Lars Bender's injury update

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Lars Bender was absent for the clash with Hertha Berlin this weekend due to a meniscus problem. According to head coach Jupp Heynckes further examinations is needed to decide Bender’s future involvement. However it is quite likely that the injury will keep the young player on sidelines for next week's league game against Borussia Moenchengladbach