Alexander Røssing-Lelesiit
HSVNorway
Right
Jan 20, 2007
19
5'8"
143 lb
LW
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Wide Forward
Hamburger SVAnkle setback ends season
Rossing-Lelesiit has suffered a new setback in his right ankle during Wednesday's team training session and will not play again this season, according to Hamburger Abendblatt.
Analysis: Rossing-Lelesiit had only just returned from a syndesmosis tear when he rolled his ankle again in training, with the already damaged joint swelling up immediately and forcing him to leave the pitch on crutches following the 2-1 win in Frankfurt. The cruel timing makes this one of the most heartbreaking endings to a campaign, with the young Norwegian having worked so hard to return from his lengthy absence only to suffer an immediate setback. Rossing-Lelesiit ends the season with just 11 appearances and one assist, and Hamburg will now focus entirely on having him fully fit and ready for the start of the 2026/27 season.
Misses call Saturday
Rossing-Lelesiit (ankle) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt.
Analysis: Rossing-Lelesiit has been ruled out after coach Merlin Polzin confirmed the minor setback he suffered in training had left him unlikely to be available for the weekend fixture, with Friday's assessment failing to provide a more encouraging picture. The forward has been limited to just 11 appearances this season due to injuries, recording one assist, and the latest setback pushes his return back further after he had appeared to be closing in on a competitive comeback. No timeline has been provided beyond the weekend, leaving his availability for upcoming fixtures uncertain.
Unlikely to play Saturday
Rossing-Lelesiit (ankle) suffered a minor setback in training and is unlikely to be available for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Alex had a small setback in training. We need to wait and see how it develops by tomorrow. For now, it does not look like he will be available this weekend."
Analysis: Rossing-Lelesiit's latest setback is a frustrating development after he had returned to full team training and appeared to be closing in on a competitive return. The forward has been limited to just 11 appearances this season due to injuries, recording one assist, and this new training setback pushes his return back further. No timeline has been provided beyond the weekend, leaving his availability for upcoming fixtures uncertain.
Training fully again
Rossing-Lelesiit (ankle) is training full Tuesday and appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Frankfurt, according to manager Merlin Polzin. In addition, Alex is fully involved in team training. That's good news."
Analysis: Rossing-Lelesiit is appearing to be in for a return in the coming matches, as the forward is finally back with his teammates training. The forward has yet to play since January, so this is a major development for him, with injuries hindering much of the season. He has only been an option for 11 games (five starts) all season, recording one assist but no goals.
Out Saturday
Rossing-Lelesiit (ankle) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim.
Analysis: Rossing-Lelesiit has been unable to earn a matchday squad place following further assessment, with the serious ankle injury that had kept him sidelined for three months proving too significant to clear him in time despite his recent return to partial training. The forward had been providing valuable contributions off the bench before going down, and while his return to the training pitch had been flagged as an encouraging development, Saturday's fixture has come too soon in his recovery timeline. The club is expected to manage his reintegration carefully over the coming fixtures, with his return to a rotational role anticipated once he is deemed fully fit.
Late fitness call
Rossing-Lelesiit (ankle) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after returning to partial team training, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Alex is partially participating in team training, and we will see if that is enough for the weekend squad."
Analysis: Rossing-Lelesiit has been sidelined for three months following the serious ankle injury, making his return to partial training an encouraging development. The forward had been providing valuable contributions off the bench before going down, and a return to that rotational role appears the most likely scenario once he is fully fit. His availability for Saturday will be determined following further assessment, with the club expected to manage his reintegration carefully over the coming fixtures.
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