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Wout Weghorst - Back in domestic action Weghorst (knock) returned during Saturday's 2-0 loss to AZ in the Eredivisie.

Impact Weghorst missed out for a trip to Marseille due to a knock, but is now back available. The striker is expected to lead the line for Wednesday's trip to take on Chelsea. Weghorst will need to be at his best in a match where he will likely be limited offensively.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Rosa - Starts in Eredivisie Rosa got the start and went the full 90 during Saturday's 2-0 loss to AZ.

Impact Rosa came off with an injury last time out in the Champions League, but now returns for Wednesday's trip to Chelsea. The left-back will be tested against Chelsea's tricky wingers, especially Estevao. Rosa can struggle at one-on-one defending, so he may be limited Wednesday.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Owen Wijndal - Could miss time injured Wijndal suffered a muscle injury in their 4-0 loss to Marseille and is now questionable moving forward, according to manager John Heitinga, per De Telegraaf. "[This is a] muscle in...

Impact Wijndal was forced off during the club's last UCL outing and is now going to be a question mark for the club after the international break, with the defender diagnosed with a muscle injury. This is a tough loss, as the defender has started in both UCL games this season. That said, if he were to miss out moving forward, Jorthy Mokio and Anton Gaaei are possible options on the left flank of the defense to replace him.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Regeer - Muscle injury confirmed Reeger has suffered a muscle injury that is expected to force him out for a few more games, according to De Telegraaf. "[That is a] muscle injury. [He] will take longer."

Impact Reeger was injured in the club's last UCL match and is probably going to miss further time following the international break due to the muscle injury. This is rough news after he started in their two UCL games to open play, likely to now miss out against Chelsea on Oct. 22. This will then likely force a change, with Kian Fitz-Jim as a possible replacement.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Kasper Dolberg - Hopeful for return after break Dolberg (abdomen) is eyeing a return to play after the international break, according to Telegraaf.

Impact Dolberg has missed the past three games through injury, but is trending in the right direction, as the forward is now set to return after the break. This is solid news, as it would add depth back into their squad. However, when he returns to play, a bench spot would be expected, appearing for 27 minutes off the bench in their opener.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

James McConnell - Appears off bench McConnell (undisclosed) appeared off the bench for 13 minutes in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Sparta Rotterdam.

Impact McConnell missed the club's last UCL outing but is now back in the fold for his club, returning in league play when facing Rotterdam. The midfielder would appear for only 13 minutes, continuing in the depth spot he held before the injury. He will likely return to a bench spot for UCL play moving forward.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Kou Itakura - Misses due to injury Itakura (undisclosed) missed Saturday's 3-3 draw against Sparta Rotterdam due to injury, coach John Heitinga confirmed in a press conference, according to ADSportwereld. "I think w...

Impact Itakura is dealing with an undisclosed injury that made him miss the last Eredivisie game against Sparta. It remains unclear whether this is a new issue or a setback from his previous ankle injury suffered during the last international break with Japan. The center back is an important figure in Ajax's defense and if he has to miss the game against Chelsea in two weeks, Josip Sutalo will likely have an increased role at the back.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Rosa - Forced off injured Rosa (undisclosed) was forced off with an injury at halftime in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Sparta Rotterdam, coach John Heitinga confirmed in a press conference, according to ADSp...

Impact Rosa suffered an undisclosed injury during Saturday's draw against Sparta and will hope to recover in time for the game against AZ after the break, as well as for the crucial clash against Chelsea in two weeks in the Champions League. Ajax currently have two defeats in the competition and will need to perform against the Blues to keep their hopes alive. Anton Gaaei is expected to replace Rosa in the backline if he has to miss time.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Kou Itakura - Makes five clearances at Marseille Itakura generated five clearancesand one interception in Tuesday's 4-0 defeat to Marseille. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.

Impact Itakura led Ajax in clearances and now has 10 in two starts in UCL play. He also led his side in aerials won (three). The centerback did receive his first yellow card in the competition, though.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Kenneth Taylor - Takes four shots in loss Kenneth Taylor recorded four shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 4-0 loss versus Marseille.

Impact Taylor led Ajax with his most shots in UCL play so far, but it wasn't enough to avoid the tough road loss. The midfielder also took three of their seven corner kicks. He started in both their games in the competition, but has yet to score or assist.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Vitezslav Jaros - Concedes four goals in loss Jaros had two saves and allowed four goals in Tuesday's 4-0 loss to Marseille.

Impact Jaros has now allowed six goals in two starts in UCL play, as Ajax has lost twice. The goalkeeper has five saves over that span. He will now look to bounce back in a tougher matchup at Chelsea on Oct 22.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Regeer - Injured in Champions League Regeer was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Tuesday's clash with Marseille.

Impact Regeer was forced off in the first half with Ajax struggling to control the match. He was replaced by Jorthy Mokio in the team. Regeer will have a fair bit of time to recover before the next Champions League clash, an Oct. 22 trip to Chelsea. The international break will help limit the amount of matches he misses in the short term.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Steven Berghuis - Starts in return Berghuis (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Marseille.

Impact Berghuis has returned from his injury after he missed the UCL opener, with the attacker wasting no time getting back into the starting XI. He will look to remain in this role as the competition continues, as he is a veteran presence who is a typical starter when fit.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Baas - Starting Tuesday Baas (knee) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Marseille.

Impact Baas is with the team as expected Tuesday, as the defender immediately returns to a spot in the starting XI, starting in the center of defense. He has now started in both UCL games this season and should remain in this role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

James McConnell - Won't play Tuesday McConnell isn't an option for Tuesday's trip to Marseille, according to manager John Heitinga.

Impact McConnell is out with an undisclosed issue for Tuesday's trip to Marseille. He came off the bench in the first match of the Champions League and will miss the second. There was little information about the injury, and a timeline for his return.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Wout Weghorst - Out with knock Weghorst (knock) is out for Tuesday's trip to Marseille, according to manager John Heitinga.

Impact Weghorst isn't an option for Tuesday's clash after picking up a knock. It's a disappointing injury with Kasper Dolberg (abdomen) ruled out for Tuesday. With both main strikers on the sideline it could force a change of formation for Ajax. Oscar Gloukh could lead the line, even though he isn't a natural striker.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Kasper Dolberg - Out with abdominal injury Dolberg (abdominal) is out for Tuesday's trip to Marseille, according to manager John Heitinga.

Impact Dolberg is dealing with pain in his abdomen and is out Tuesday. This comes after Wout Weghorst (undisclosed) was also ruled out. That means Oscar Gloukh could be in line for the start as a false nine during Tuesday's clash. Dolberg's next chance for Champions League action will come after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Baas - Available against Marseille Baas (knee) is available for Tuesday's trip to Marseille, according to manager John Heitinga.

Impact Baas recovered from a knee injury and is now available for Tuesday's trip to Marseille. The defender missed out against NAC Breda with some knee soreness but was deemed fit for the Champions League trip. The defender started and went the full 90 in the opener, and is expected to play against Marseille. Josip Sutalo and Ko Itakura played in central midfield against NAC with Baas out.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 17 • YOUTUBE

Steven Berghuis - Out for opener Berghuis is out for Wednesday's match against Inter Milan due to an injury, according to manager John Heitinga. "Steven is not fit enough to play tomorrow, so he is not in the squa...

Impact Berghuis is heading to the sidelines for the UCL opener, with the attacker not fit enough to play due to an undisclosed injury. This will leave the club without one of its veteran leaders and regular starters. That said, this will force a change for the club, with Davy Klaassen or Oliver Edvardsen as possible replacements while he is out.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Kou Itakura - Features 67 minutes Saturday Itakura has featured 67 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Zwolle, confirming he is fully fit for Ajax.

Impact Itakura featured for more than an hour in Saturday's victory against Zwolle in the Eredivisie, confirming the injury he suffered while on international duty was only minor and that he is fully fit again for Ajax. This is good news for the team since he has been an undisputed starter since his arrival from Gladbach, and he will likely be in the lineup when facing Inter Milan on Wednesday in the Champions League season opener.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Kasper Dolberg - Returns to Ajax Dolberg has signed a contract with Ajax until 2029, joining on a permanent move from RSC Anderlecht, the club announced.

Impact Dolberg arrived at Ajax in the summer of 2015 from Silkeborg IF and made his senior debut the following year in a Champions League qualifier against PAOK. Across his first stint in Amsterdam, he featured in 119 official games and netted 45 goals. The 2019 campaign saw him lift three trophies with Ajax, including the league title, the domestic cup, and the Johan Cruijff Shield. After departing that summer, he joined OGC Nice in France and later had loan spells with Sevilla and Hoffenheim before signing with Anderlecht in July 2023. Now returning to the club where he enjoyed his best years, Dolberg will aim to recapture that form ahead of the 2025/26 Champions League opener against Inter Milan next Wednesday and is expected to battle Wout Weghorst for the striker position.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Wout Weghorst - Brillant start of season with Ajax Weghorst has scored three goals and provided one assist in the first four Eredivisie games of the 2025/26 campaign, starting the season in strong form before entering the Champions...

Impact Weghorst scored 11 goals in 33 games across all competitions last season for Ajax in his return to his native country, adding two assists as well. The veteran striker will likely hold a starting role heading into the 2025/26 Champions League campaign with Ajax, although another striker is making a return to the Eredivisie this season as Kasper Dolberg signed with his former club again this summer and could compete with Weghorst for the starting role to lead the frontline.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kenneth Taylor - Key player in midfield with Ajax Taylor is set to be a key player in the midfield with Ajax for the fourth consecutive season and will play an important role in the squad during the 2025/26 Champions League campai...

Impact Taylor has played more than 44 games across all competitions for Ajax in each of the last three seasons and is expected to maintain that role in the 2025/26 Champions League campaign, which begins next Wednesday with the home match against Inter Milan at the Johan Cruyff Arena.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Owen Wijndal - Receives starting role in Ajax Wijndal is starting the 2025/26 season as a regular starter in Ajax's backline after a difficult campaign hampered by injuries last year.

Impact Wijndal featured in 13 games last season with Ajax, holding a rotational role and missing major parts of the season due to a recurrent knee injury. That injury is likely behind him since he has started the four games Ajax have played in the Eredivisie, suggesting Wijndal should keep a starting role at left back for the start of the Champions League campaign against Inter Milan next Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

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