Four days ahead of the game, the Austrian isn't the only thing in the middle of the attention. The personnel situation remains an issue as there was differing news about Arnautovic's attack partners. While Denni Avdic (following head injury) continues his improving trend and was able to train again after practicing on Friday, Sandro Wagner had to leave training early with an ankle knock. Wagner was sceptical on his way to the changing room. "I bit through it in the game and played on, but now the pain is just too much. It doesn't look good for Kaiserslautern. I think the season is over for me," said Wagner.
There are injury worries at other positions as well. Per Mertesacker received treatment on his heel on Tuesday. Aaron Hunt (back problems) and Tim Borowski (knee injury) were unable to take part in training. Head coach Thomas Schaaf took the situation in stride. "I am happy about any player that comes back. That has been the case all season. Why should it be any different before the 34th match day," said Schaaf.