AXEL TUANZEBE NEWS

Ready to start Tuanzebe (hand) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Tuanzebe returns after missing Ipswich's last four matches with a hand injury. The defender re-enters the starting XI now that he's fully fit with Ipswich seemingly lining up in a back three system for Sunday's match.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering well Tuanzebe (hand) is recovering well, manager Kieran McKenna told reporters.

Impact Tuanzebe is still expected to return after the international break, but is progressing well in his recovery. The defender has missed four matches already with the injury. His first chance to return after the break is a Nov. 24 clash with Manchester United.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out until after break Tuanzebe (thumb) is set to be out until after the November international break, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of the East Anglian Daily Times. "The timefra...

Impact Tuanzebe still has not seen an exact timeline on his return from a thumb injury he picked up around a week ago, with the only confirmation being that he will miss out until after the international break. He will likely return soon after the break, playing with a cast so he can play a bit earlier than expected. Either way, he will miss out on a solid chunk of time, with Harrison Clarke likely being his replacement, with Ben Johnson (thigh) also out due to injury.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for months out Tuanzebe (thumb) is set for months out, according to manager Kieran McKenna.

Impact Tuanzebe is set to miss multiple months after a kitchen accident that required surgery on his thumb. The defender is a major loss as he's starter in all but one match. Ben Johnson should take over at right-back for the foreseeable future.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly losses thumb Tuanzebe nearly lost his thumb following a kitchen accident that required surgery and left him out for Saturday's match, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Sami Mokbel of Dai...

Impact Tuanzebe's injury was downplayed when initially reported as a hand issue, with it now being revealed that the defender cut his hand while doing dishes, causing a deep laceration on his thumb that would've resulted in the loss of his thumb if it wasn't for surgery. He has now completed surgery and, unfortunately, will miss a decent chunk of time due to the issues. He will hope for a return sometime in November, with Ben Johnson as his likely replacement until fit again.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hand injury Tuanzebe was not in the squad to face West Ham on Saturday due to a hand injury, reports Kallum Brisset of the Suffolk Newswire.

Impact Tuanzebe had started every match this season for Ipswich as Ben Johnson took his spot in Saturday's XI. Tuanzebe will hope to return following the international break.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Tuanzebe (undisclosed) is back in team training, according to manager Erik ten Hag. "Definitely, Axel, it was a long time that he was not available for matches or for training. Ind...

Impact It's unclear what this means for Tuanzebe, but he has another week left in the transfer window to move elsewhere. The nature of his injury has yet to be described and no matter the case, he's far down the depth chart and is unlikely to feature this season even when healthy.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still working on recovery Tuanzebe (undisclosed) will stay at his club's training facility instead of going on their trip to Spain as he works his way back from injury, his club announced Sunday.

Impact Tuanzebe wasn't expected to be back before Christmas way back in October, per manager Erik ten Hag. It still might not be before 2023 when he's fully able to contribute.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Might be out until 2023 Tuanzebe (undisclosed) is still a long way from rejoining the squad, and Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said Tuesday that "It will be difficult for Axel to return before Ch...

Impact Tuanzebe is yet to feature this season as he continues working through a long-term injury. In fact he has only appeared in one league game in all of 2022; a 10-minute cameo during a January Serie A match while he was on-loan with Napoli. Even with an upcoming extended break during the World Cup, it's possible he remains out until the new year.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains without role Tuanzebe remains out with a long-term injury, according to manager Erik ten Hag.

Impact Tuanzebe was included on the team list for the first half of the season, though his exact injury and status have yet to be revealed. He's far down the depth chart and even when healthy, he doesn't have a role in this team.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season on the mend Tuanzebe was unavailable for Sunday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Tuanzebe was not called up for the last two games, although the club and the coach did not specify why. He has featured just once off the bench since joining in January. He will head back to Manchester United at the end of a six-month loan spell.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Udinese game Tuanzebe (back) has been named in Napoli's squad list to face Udinese Saturday.

Impact Tuanzebe is available after missing eight matches because of back pain. He will resume being the fourth-string center-back behind Kalidou Koulibaly, Amir Rrahmani and Juan Jesus. He has played just ten minutes since joining in January.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Inter clash Tuanzebe (back) was not named in Napoli's squad list to face Inter Saturday.

Impact Tuanzebe will skip the second match in a row due to a sore back. He has not played much thus far and he will have fewer opportunities with Kalidou Koulibaly returning from AFCON.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Venezia match Tuanzebe is out for Sunday's game against Venezia due to back pain, Napoli announced.

Impact Tuanzebe has not managed to win the starting job since joining despite Kalidou Koulibaly's extended absence because of AFCON. Napoli will be thin in the defense with Amir Rrahmani and Juan Jesus as the only available center-backs.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd defender Tuanzebe joins Napoli on loan Napoli have announced the loan signing of Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe, as they continue to battle a selection crisis.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Moves to Napoli Tuanzebe has joined Napoli on loan from Manchester United, the club announced.

Impact Tuanzebe will make up for the departure of Kostas Manolas in the back and will initially begin behind Amir Rrahmani and Juan Jesus, but he could have some opportunities in the short term since Kalidou Koulibaly is playing in AFCON. He has posted five tackles, five interceptions and 12 clearances in 12 appearances with Aston Villa so far.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ineligible against parent club Tuanzebe is ineligible for Saturday's match against Manchester United, his parent club.

Impact Tuanzebe was on three-straight starts for Villa, so it's unfortunate that he's out because of the deals of a loan. That being the case, Villa are expected to continue with their three center-backs, meaning Kortney Hause could move into the starting XI Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Aston Villa Tuanzebe has joined Aston Villa on loan from Manchester United for the upcoming season.

Impact Tuanzebe was a third-string option at best for Man United following the addition of Raphael Varane, and now he'll likely be more of the next-man up for the Villa back line. Still, he'll likely be behind Tyron Mings and Ezri Konsa at center-back, while he'll fight with Kortney Hause for backup minutes.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains depth option Tuanzebe made nine league appearance (four starts) during the 2020/21 season.

Impact Tuanzebe failed to establish himself in the starting XI, and spent most of the season as an unused substitute. It wasn't necessarily a poor showing when he did play, but Tuanzebe couldn't do much to earn a spot. Another offseason of development could prove to be just what the center back needs.

MAY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tuanzebe targets ‘second best thing’ at Man Utd as Solskjaer’s side seek to end trophy drought Axel Tuanzebe admits that Champions League exit disappointment has lingered at Manchester United, but the Red Devils are looking to achieve...

FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Arsenal, Milan through in Europa League; Napoli, Germans out

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has scored late to steer Arsenal into the last 16 of the Europa League with a 3-2 win over Benfica

FEBRUARY 25, 2021 • Associated Press

English soccer at breaking point over abuse on social media

Death threats

FEBRUARY 13, 2021 • Associated Press

English soccer heads ask Zuckerberg, Dorsey to act on racism

The leaders of English soccer have asked the heads of Facebook and Twitter to show “basic human decency” by taking more robust action to eradicate racism and for users’ identities...

FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe subjected to further racist abuse Axel Tuanzebe faced further racist abuse on social media after Manchester United’s draw against Everton. It is the second time in the last t...

FEBRUARY 7, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

FA vows to act after more online abuse of players

England’s Football Association has vowed to work with the British government and social media platforms to tackle racism after a spate of incidents over the past week involving Pre...

JANUARY 31, 2021 • Associated Press