Werder Bremen have confirmed that versatile defender Felix Agu remains absent from pre‑season training as he continues rehabilitation from a serious knee injury. An MRI scan in December identified significant damage to his lateral collateral ligament, sidelining him until late January or early February 2025, according to the club’s medical team.

The club’s doctor, Dr Georg Tzironis, revealed that the injury is more severe than initially assessed, meaning his recovery will take longer. Agu has been undergoing intensive physiotherapy and strength conditioning to ensure a full return to fitness. Bremen have ruled him out for the remainder of 2024, with a return hopeful at the start of the new year.

Editorial

We believe Werder Bremen are taking a prudent route by giving Felix Agu the time he needs to heal properly. Knee ligament injuries demand careful recovery, and rushing him back risks long‑term consequences. The measured approach from diagnostic imaging to structured therapy shows that the club values Agu’s future impact over a hasty return.

This delay is temporary but significant. Agu’s absence in pre‑season affects depth at full‑back, yet Bremen have maintained competitive performance, thanks to squad rotation and tactical adjustments. As fans, we trust in the professionals managing his rehabilitation; experience tells us that a fully fit Agu will be more valuable than a rushed return.

We urge both player and club to continue prioritising long‑term health over short‑term gain. When he does rejoin in early 2025, a robust pre‑ could mark a triumphant comeback. Let patience guide his return, building a stronger foundation for the season ahead.

Did You Know?

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2. Agu previously suffered a serious patellar tendon injury in May 2023, which also required surgery and kept him out for the majority of that season.
   
   
3. In March 2025, he returned to the Bundesliga starting line‑up against Bayer Leverkusen, earning praise for energy and defensive composure.
   
   
4. Born in Osnabrück, Agu represented Germany at U‑21 level before switching allegiance to Nigeria, earning his first senior call‑up for the May 2025 Unity Cup.
   
   
5. He scored three Bundesliga goals in the 2024–25 season his first outside of Germany’s youth leagues.
   
   
6. A versatile full‑back, Agu featured on both flanks and also stepped into midfield roles, being Bremen’s joint‑third highest goal‑scorer among defenders in 2024–25.