RB Leipzig prodigy set for surgery and lengthy injury lay-off after new setback
Assan Ouedraogo will require surgery and faces another lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a fresh injury setback in RB Leipzig's 5-0 win over Hamburger SV.
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RB Leipzig had plenty to celebrate on Sunday as they crushed Hamburger SV 5-0 at the Red Bull Arena to return to winning ways.
However, there was a significant fly in the ointment for Die Roten Bullen, as Assan Ouedraogo was forced off in the first half after injuring his shoulder once again.
The 20-year-old midfielder now faces another lengthy spell on the sidelines, with RB Leipzig confirming he needs surgery.
Ouedraogo had only just returned from a shoulder problem, while other injuries have also seen him spend considerable time on the sidelines since joining RB Leipzig in 2024.
In total, the highly-rated central midfielder has made 27 appearances for Die Roten Bullen, scoring four goals and providing four assists.
