Rolfesas returns to the lineup after a serious injury © EuroFootball.com

Leverkusen's defender Simon Rolfes is returning to the lineup even after an eight-month break.

The 28-year-old German suffered a serious knee injury at the beginning of the year.

"Bayer" coach Jupp Heynckes assures that he will allow the footballer to gradually integrate into the team.

"He has experienced a serious injury, so it will take some time to fully return to the lineup," said the coach. "Simon is an important part of the club, and it's great to see him coming back."