"His body’s been through a lot": HSV wrap Poulsen in cotton wool! | OneFootball

HSV's new signing Yussuf Poulsen is currently training only in a limited capacity. The striker, who has recently been plagued by injuries, is not to be overworked under any circumstances.

In the final test match of the preparations against RCD Mallorca, Hamburger SV will have to do without Yussuf Poulsen. The Danish forward, who was signed with high expectations from RB Leipzig, is dealing with a thigh strain and is currently undergoing an individual rehab program. According to coach Merlin Polzin, playing on Saturday is "definitely too soon."

That Poulsen is currently being held back does not surprise HSV. The 31-year-old brought a long history of muscular problems with him to the Elbe. Accordingly, the management wants to handle him with care. "We have always said that Yussi will not play 34 games for 90 minutes," emphasizes Polzin. Instead, a targeted load management is planned to avoid long-term setbacks.

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Since starting training in Hamburg, Poulsen has been working intensively, and the load has always been high. The current strain is also a sign: the body is sending signals that the Rothosen want to heed. Rehab trainer Sebastian Capel is overseeing Poulsen's development, and Polzin speaks of a conscious step back to benefit from the veteran's quality in the long run: "His body has been through a lot. And we want him to achieve a lot for us."

While Poulsen is sitting out for now, Ransford Königsdörffer is expected to play in the central forward position against Mallorca. After the failed transfer to OGC Nice, there is particular media attention on the 23-year-old. However, internally, the matter is settled, and Königsdörffer is considered fully integrated. A glimmer of hope looking ahead to the competitive debut against FK Pirmasens (August 16), where Poulsen is ideally expected to be part of the Hanseatic squad again. By the Bundesliga start at the latest, HSV is planning firmly with their new signing.

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