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Signs permanently with Hamburger Gronbaek has signed a permanent contract with Hamburg from Stade Rennais after the Bundesliga club exercised their option following his loan spell in the second half of the season,...

Impact Gronbaek made seven competitive appearances for Hamburg since joining in January, contributing one goal and two assists including a direct involvement in both goals of the crucial 2-1 away victory in Frankfurt that effectively secured the club's Bundesliga survival, earning him the man of the match award. Sporting director Claus Costa praised his football intelligence, technical quality and tactical flexibility, highlighting his ability to make an immediate impact in the squad both on and off the pitch and noting that his performances had earned him a recall to the Danish national team. Gronbaek himself expressed his delight at making the move permanent, describing the last six months as going very well and expressing his excitement about establishing himself in the Bundesliga with Hamburg heading into the 2026/27 season.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in 3-2 win Gronbaek assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and four chances created in Sunday's 3-2 victory over SC Freiburg.

Impact Gronbaek started his fifth game in a row, having been available for them in the last six games. He created four chances in the game, having created three chances in his previous starts. He scored and assisted in the previous game to get all three of his goal involvements in the last two games.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in win Gronbaek scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Gronbaek scored and assisted during Saturday's win, his first two goal contributions since making the switch to HSV. It was a real sign of what he can do in the Bundesliga, shining off the left flank and causing issues throughout. He could be a big contributor if he can stay fit to close the campaign.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Gronbaek (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.

Impact Gronbaek is back in the squad for Saturday's match against Dortmund but starts on the bench after missing the last three months due to a thigh injury. The midfielder is expected to be eased back into action following his long layoff and should return to a rotational role.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Gronbaek (thigh) should be available for Saturday's match against Dortmund, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "All other players are ready to play"

Impact Gronbaek should be available for Saturday's match against Dortmund after missing the last three months with a thigh injury. The midfielder held a rotational role prior to his absence and is expected to return to that spot, especially with the staff likely to be cautious given his long layoff.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Koln Gronbaek (thigh) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Koln.

Impact Gronbaek will miss Saturday's clash against Koln as he continues his recovery from a thigh injury that has sidelined him for several months. Although the midfielder returned to team training Tuesday, the coaching staff preferred to give him another full week of work before including him in the matchday squad.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with squad Tuesday Gronbaek (thigh) was back in team training Tuesday and will need an additional full week of training before potentially making the matchday squad, according to coach Merlin Polzin....

Impact Gronbaek is closing in on a return from the thigh injury that has kept him sidelined for months, as he rejoined team training Tuesday. It's an encouraging step forward for the Red Shorts since their new signing is now getting closer to being back in the matchday squad. The midfielder is still targeting a comeback against Dortmund next week, though he likely needs one more full week of training before potentially being included.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return against Dortmund Gronbaek (thigh) is aiming a return to the matchday squad against Dortmund, according to Henrik Jacobs from Hamburger Abendblatt.

Impact Gronbaek is still dealing with a thigh injury and likely needs a few more weeks to get back up to full speed, with a return to the matchday squad against Dortmund currently the target. The midfielder has been managing this issue since the end of last year and the club is expected to handle his comeback carefully. That cautious approach should help reduce the risk of another setback once he's back in the mix.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Training, still out Gronbaek (thigh) has returned to training but remains out another match, according to manager Merlin Polzin. "Albert has taken the first steps in the team training, but he's not ye...

Impact Gronbaek is seeing some improvement this week, with the midfielder taking the field for training with his teammates. However, he will sit out at least one match and potentially another, making him a late call for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg. He has only started in one of his minimal four starts this season, so a bench spot will be expcted one he returns.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Out after thigh injury Gronbaek (thigh) is out for the next few weeks due to a thigh injury, according to his club.

Impact Gronbaek is heading to the sidelines for a few weeks and will likely be out until the end of February, with the midfielder suffering a thigh injury. However, after he had already missed 10 games straight due to a similar injury, he could be facing an even longer absence, being cautious not to risk a complete tear, given the persistent issues this season. This continues his rough spell of play and will likely leave his debut with Hamburger some weeks away, a rough start to a loan spell with the German club.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Saturday Gronbaek (thigh) could be an option for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin after resuming full team training on Tuesday, according to the club.

Impact Gronbaek joined his new club in the final stretch of his recovery from a thigh injury picked up with his previous side and could be cleared for full team training Tuesday. That is a major boost for the red shorts as the Danish midfielder now has a real shot to carve out a meaningful role in the rotation. With Albert Sambi Lokonga (ankle) sidelined by an injury, the door is cracked open for Gronbaek to step in and log legitimate minutes right away.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Gronbaek (thigh) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim.

Impact Gronbaek is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim as he continues his recovery from a thigh injury. The midfielder remains unavailable after missing the last nine matches with his previous club. His return will have to wait as he works toward full fitness with his new club.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Gronbaek (thigh) should be available for Saturday's match against Heidenheim, said coach Merlin Polzin in the press conference. "All other players are ready to play"

Impact Gronbaek should be available for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim after missing the last nine matches due to a thigh injury. The midfielder had been operating in a substitute role prior to the injury, and his role is not expected to change.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Hamburger SV on loan Gronbaek completed a loan move to Hamburger SV from Stade Rennais until the end of the season, with a purchase option included, his parent club announced.

Impact Gronbaek is a right-footed midfielder who came through the Aarhus GF academy and broke into the first team during the 2022/23 season. After a stint with Bodo/Glimt, he joined Stade Rennais in the summer of 2024, where he made 18 appearances, scoring two goals and adding one assist. He was then loaned to Southampton for the second half of last season and later to Genoa, featuring six times for the Italian club while missing matches due to injury. At international level, Gronbaek has earned eight caps for Denmark, scoring once since his debut in September 2024.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers another injury Gronbaek "won't be available against Atalanta, as he's dealing again with the same issue that affected him recently", coach Daniele De Rossi stated.

Impact Gronbaek will go back to the sidelines after recently sitting out one bout because of a mild thigh injury. He's been a fringe part of the rotation in recent months, so his unavailability doesn't open up much playing time for other midfielders.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in versus Inter Gronbaek (thigh) had one shot on target, one pass and one tackle (one won) in 12 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Inter.

Impact Gronbaek saw some action off the bench after recovering from a thigh issue. He'll likely remain a rotational piece in the midfield, tussling for minutes with Morten Thorsby and Mikael Egill Ellertsson. He has played four times (one start) this campaign, logging two key passes, four tackles (two won) and two clearances.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option from bench Gronbaek (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Inter Milan.

Impact Gronbaek is in the team sheet Sunday after battling a thigh injury, coming through to make the bench. He has mainly gone unused this season while only earning one start, likely to remain a bench option moving forward.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Inter meeting Gronbaek (thigh) rejoined his teammates in practice Friday, Genoa relayed.

Impact Gronbaek has shaken off an ailment and is on track to be an option versus Inter, barring a late setback or a precautionary decision by the staff. He has struggled to find minutes for most of the season but has come off the bench in two of four matches before the hiccup, registering three tackles (one won) and two clearances.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing minor injury Gronbaek "is training on his own because of a muscular issue," coach Daniele De Rossi announced.

Impact Gronbaek sat out a midweek Coppa Italia tilt and hasn't recovered afterward, although his injury isn't severe. He has come off the bench in two of the last four rounds. Morten Thorsby, Patrizio Masini and Mikael Egill Ellertsson will pick up the slack.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in pre-season game Gronbaek (Achilles) came off the bench in Saturday's friendly versus Mantova.

Impact Gronbaek has recuperated after missing a couple of months at the end of the previous season due to an Achilles injury. He'll be an option in multiple midfield roles at Genoa, competing primarily with Patrizio Masini, Morten Frendrup, Ruslan Malinovsky and Morten Thorsby.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Italy Gronbaek has been sent on loan to Genoa from Rennes, according to his parent club.

Impact Gronbaek is going to experience another move of clubs this offseason, as he has been loaned to Genoa from Rennes after a season with Southampton. This is his second straight loan since joining Rennes, appearing to have not impressed in his 16 appearances (nine starts) with the club. He only started in two of his four appearances in the half season with Southampton and will hope for a more successful role with Genoa.

JUNE 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Gronbaek (Achilles) is out for Sunday's clash with Arsenal, per manager Simon Rusk. "[Albert] Gronbaek is struggling with his Achilles so we have a couple out and a bit of adapting...

Impact Gronbaek's loan spell with Southampton will come to a close on the sideline with the same Achilles injury. He was limited to just five appearances since joining on loan from Rennes. The midfielder will now return to France where he will hope to heal before the pre-season gets going.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Close to resume team training Gronbaek (Achilles) is close to resume team training but remains unavailable for the time being, coach Simon Rusk said a press conference, according to George Rees-Julian from the...

Impact Gronbaek is close to returning to team training after suffering an Achilles injury. This is good news since it suggests he could return before the end of the season and bring some boost to the attacking midfield. That said, his return will not impact much the starting XI since he has mainly been a bench option since joining from Rennes.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Gronbaek was ruled out of Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace due to tendon issues, coach Ivan Juric confirmed in a press conference, according to the Daily Echo. "No, he h...

Impact Gronbaek is dealing with tendon issues and significant pain that forced him to miss Wednesday's match against Palace. He is expected to return to training in the coming days, as his absence from training has not been prolonged, but he remains a doubt for Sunday's match against Tottenham. If he is unavailable, it will not affect the starting lineup, as he has primarily been a bench option since his arrival at the club.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in club debut Gronbaek (not injury related) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Ipswich Town.

Impact Gronbaek will make his Southampton debut in the match after joining the club in January. The attacker had three goal involvements across 16 appearances with Rennes in Ligue 1 prior to the transfer.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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