Edmond Tapsoba will be sidelined for around three weeks after returning to Germany following Burkina Faso’s exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
The Bayer Leverkusen centre-back sustained a muscle injury during the tournament, the club confirmed, ruling him out of action while he completes his recovery.
Tapsoba played a central role for Burkina Faso throughout AFCON 2025, demonstrating leadership and defensive composure despite the team’s elimination.
His physical presence and experience proved vital, but the Burkinabe squad ultimately fell short of progressing further in the competition.
Back in Germany, Bayer Leverkusen has prioritized Tapsoba’s rehabilitation to ensure a full recovery.
The club expects the centre-back to be fit for selection in approximately three weeks, allowing him to return to Bundesliga action without risking further injury.
Under contract with Leverkusen until June 2028, Tapsoba has enjoyed a strong season before his AFCON involvement.
He has featured in 14 Bundesliga matches, contributing three goals and two assists, highlighting his value not only as a defensive mainstay but also as an attacking threat from the back.
According to Transfermarkt, his current market value stands at €35 million, reflecting both his on-field performance and potential.
The absence of Tapsoba represents a challenge for Bayer Leverkusen, who will need to adapt defensively during his rehabilitation period.
The club relies on the 25-year-old’s combination of height, tactical awareness, and composure under pressure, qualities that have earned him recognition at both domestic and international level.
Once fully fit, Tapsoba will be expected to resume his role at the heart of Leverkusen’s defence, combining leadership with his capacity to contribute to set-pieces and build-up play.
His return will provide the club with stability at a critical phase of the season as they pursue their domestic and European ambitions.
ℹ️ Edmond Tapsoba has returned from the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco with a muscle injury and is expected to be out of action for two to three weeks.
Get well soon, Eddy! 🖤❤️ pic.twitter.com/xjZiwrD5Zb
— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) January 13, 2026
