Arthur Chaves

Chaves (eye) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Leipzig.

Chaves is out for Saturday's match against Heidenheim due to an eye injury, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Arthur is out. He took a hit in training yesterday and has a deep cut to his eye. It needed to be stitched up. The cut is too deep to be available for selection tomorrow."

Chaves has signed a new long term contract with TSG Hoffenheim, the club announced. "Arthur has made remarkable progress over the past year, quickly establishing himself in the Bundesliga and also making his mark in the Europa League with consistent, strong performances. We are delighted that Arthur has clearly committed to us with this early contract extension and that he is looking forward to his future here at Hoffenheim. We are convinced that his sporting development is far from complete, that he still has great potential and that we will succeed together," said Andreas Schicker, Sporting Director of TSG.

Chaves made 26 appearances (24 starts) scoring once in the Bundesliga.

Chaves scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-4 draw against Monchengladbach.