Joao Klauss
29-Year-Old
Los Angeles Galaxy
MLS
OUT
Injury Foot
Est. Return 7/17/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Klauss took a major step back in 2024 as he finished his second season in MLS. The forward saw an increase in playing time, starting 23 of his 27 appearances, nine more starts and eight more appearances than in 2023. However, his production was much lower, as he only produced five goals on 78 shots and two assists on 35 chances created. The major emphasis here is his struggle to find the back of the net despite seeing numerous opportunities, averaging a goal every 4.8 shots in 2023 rather than a goal every 15 shots in 2024. That said, he still did see chances and has enough upside to be a decent option, especially if he can find his finishing boots.
Out until after World Cup
Klauss (foot) will undergo surgery on a foot ligament and is out until after the World Cup, according to coach Greg Vanney, per Corner Of The Galaxy.
ANALYSIS
Klauss had been one of the more impactful forwards in the attack before the injury, bringing energy on both sides of the ball and developing a consistent goal-scoring touch. The club believes the surgical route will speed up the healing process and provide better long-term protection for the foot. His absence is compounded by the fact that Matheus Nascimento is also unavailable, leaving the Galaxy with limited options at striker. Marco Reus figures to be among the options to fill in up front while Klauss works through his recovery.
Klauss had been one of the more impactful forwards in the attack before the injury, bringing energy on both sides of the ball and developing a consistent goal-scoring touch. The club believes the surgical route will speed up the healing process and provide better long-term protection for the foot. His absence is compounded by the fact that Matheus Nascimento is also unavailable, leaving the Galaxy with limited options at striker. Marco Reus figures to be among the options to fill in up front while Klauss works through his recovery.
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Out with foot injury
Klauss is out for the time being due to a foot injury, per the MLS Player Status Report
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Picks up knock Saturday
Klauss was subbed off during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Dallas due to a physical issue.
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Five shots despite loss
Klauss registered five shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Minnesota United.
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Back on scoresheet
Klauss scored one goal to go with four shots (four on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Portland Timbers.
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Takes three shots in loss
Joao Klauss had three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Sporting Kansas City.
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