Jens-Lys Cajuste - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Returns to Napoli Cajuste will return to parent club Napoli after a second loan spell at Ipswich that ended with the Swedish midfielder playing a diminishing role in the second half of the season, t...

Impact Cajuste made 13 starts and 17 substitute appearances across the Championship campaign, contributing one goal and three assists in 1,192 minutes before falling out of the starting lineup as Jack Taylor and Dan Neil were preferred in the engine room. Despite starting the season promisingly, the midfielder saw his involvement drastically reduced in the final months, playing just 15 minutes across the last 10 league games. Napoli will now decide on his future with his contract at the Italian club expiring.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Napoli Cajuste is heading back to his parent club Napoli after spending the season on loan with Ipswich Town, the club announced.

Impact Cajuste appeared in 32 games this season for Ipswich Town across all competitions, scoring one goal and providing one assist while on loan from Italian side Napoli. He will now return to Italy with his future unclear as he does not yet know whether he will be loaned out again or included in the squad next season with three years left on his contract.

JUNE 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against West Ham Jens Cajuste assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 defeat versus West Ham United.

Impact Cajuste created Nathan Broadhead's equalizer in the 52nd minute with his first assist in the campaign. The midfielder also led his side with a season-high three interceptions. That was his 25th start in 32 overall appearances.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Cajuste (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Brentford.

Impact Cajuste is seeing a return Saturday despite some uncertainty around his absence, as he is fit enough for a bench spot after an undisclosed injury. He will look to see some time and start in their next game, starting in 23 of his 27 appearances this season.

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Cajuste (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Brentford, per manager Kieran McKenna. "We're still struggling a bit with [Kalvin] Phillips and [Jens] Cajuste in terms o...

Impact Cajuste is in doubt for Saturday's match as he struggles with a new issue. Cajuste has largely avoided the injury bug that has plagued Ipswich throughout the season, but it seems he's finally struggling with an issue. He's played just eight minutes off the bench in the last two matches due to the issue.

MAY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes from distance Jens Cajuste scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Nottingham Forest.

Impact Jens Cajuste unleashed a shot from outside of the box Saturday to score Ipswich Town's first goal in their 4-2 defeat at the hands of Nottingham Forest. The goal was the midfielder's first goal contribution of the season over 22 appearances (19 starts) and marked his first career Premier League goal. In addition to the strike, the midfielder contributed three tackles (two won), one interception and two clearances to the team's defensive effort.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Cajuste (ankle) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Cajuste is back from his ankle injury immediately after a slight scare over the weekend following his early exit, with the midfielder earning a spot in the starting XI to face United. He is a regular starter and should continue in this role when fit, starting in 16 of his 19 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for assessment Cajuste (ankle) is set for assessment but is thought to have avoided a major injury, according to manager Kieran McKenna. "Jens going off at the weekend was a blow. He is still bei...

Impact Cajuste appears to have avoided a major injury after his exit from Saturday's match, as he is set for scans but is thought to have only suffered minor issues. This would be bright news for the club, as he has started in their past two games. His inclusion for Wednesday's match against Manchester United is in question, with a late fitness test likely being his decider.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Cajuste was forced off in the 52nd minute of Saturday's 4-1 loss to Tottenham due to an ankle injury, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of East Anglian Daily T...

Impact Cajuste didn't make it much after halftime of Saturday's match, with the midfielder taken off the field due to an apparent ankle injury. He is still waiting on his testing results, but this will put him in question for Wednesday's match against Manchester United. He has started in their past two games, with Massimo Luongo or Jack Taylor as a possible replacement.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in injury return Cajuste (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Brentford.

Impact Cajuste returns as expected after missing Ipswich's last three matches due to injury. The midfielder makes his second Premier League start in the defensive portion of Ipswich's midfield on Saturday.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, available Saturday Cajuste (knee) has trained and is an option for Saturday's match against Brentford, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of the East Anglian Daily Times. "Jens ha...

Impact Cajuste has returned to training over the past two days, leaving him available for the club's upcoming match. The only question appears to be where he will lineup and how much time he will receive, with the team working him back cautiously. He has only started in one of his four appearances on the team sheet, so he is probable to only see a spot on the bench.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet training Cajuste (knee) hopes to return to training after Saturday's clash with Everton, according to manager Kieran McKenna.

Impact Cajuste isn't fit and is hoping to return to training after Saturday's clash. That would give Cajuste a decent chance to return for an Oct. 26 trip to Brentford. The midfielder has appeared just twice in the Premier League, after joining Ipswich on loan from Napoli.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury Cajuste will miss Saturday's game at West Ham United due to a knee injury, manager Kieran McKenna told media Thursday. "[Cajuste has] a little issue with his knee."

Impact The injury is not believed to be overly serious, as McKenna confirmed Ipswich are hopeful to have the midfielder back after the international break. Cajuste has made just two appearances (one start) with Ipswich this season, however, so his absence shouldn't be a big one in terms of fantasy.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Ipswich Cajuste completed a loan move to Ipswich from Napoli, the club announced.

Impact Cajuste joins Ipswich as another midfield option. It's going to be tough for the side to find much of the ball, likely limiting Cajuste's upside moving forward. Still, he has the talent to take over a major role in the starting XI while on loan in the Premier League.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Fiorentina tilt Cajuste generated two shots (zero on goal), two tackles (zero won), one clearance and one chance created in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Cajuste didn't have a spectacular peformance but picked up a small amount of stats on either end. He has been a consistent starter with Piotr Zielinski (thigh) on the mend but hasn't truly seized the opportunity. He has assisted once and added six key passes, 11 tackles (seven won) and five crosses (one accurate) in the last four rounds.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides rare assist Cajuste had an assist while crossing once accurately and creating four chances during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Roma.

Impact Cajuste set up Mathias Olivera in the 64th minute assisting Napoli's first goal while tying for the team-high with four chances created in the match. The assist was the first since September for Cajuste who made his first start since February during the draw.

MAY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Barcelona Cajuste (thigh) didn't play in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Cajuste recovered enough from a thigh problem to be an option, but the coach preferred fitter and more offensive-minded choices in this one. He'll compete primarily with Hamed Traore and Piotr Zielinski from here on out.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Cajuste (thigh) is on the bench for Tuesday's clash with Barcelona.

Impact Cajuste is back on the bench after being called up for Tuesday's clash. The midfielder has missed three matches in Serie A action due to the thigh injury and was only able to return to the bench. The midfielder started just one of the four matches prior to his injury.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Barcelona tilt Cajuste (thigh) has been named in Napoli's squad list to face Barcelona on Tuesday.

Impact Cajuste has recovered from a thigh issue that cost him five games and will provide precious depth since Piotr Zielinski and Leander Dendoncker are ineligible to play in the Champions League. Hamed Traore will likely get the start. He has posted three key passes, 12 tackles (seven won) and one interceptions in his last five appearances.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing thigh issue Cajuste suffered a first-grade distraction of the semitendinosus muscle of the right thigh, Napoli announced.

Impact Cajuste will miss at least a couple of weeks, leaving Napoli shorthanded especially in the return leg of the Barcelona game since Piotr Zielinski and Leander Dendoncker are ineligible in the UCL. The duo and Hamed Traore are primed for more minutes while he recovers.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury in training Cajuste picked up an ailment while practicing and will be evaluated in the coming days, Napoli announced Tuesday.

Impact Cajuste will most likely sit the next two matches unless the issue is really minor. He's headed for some tests to determine its severity. Piotr Zielinski and Hamed Traore will complete the midfield, along with Frank Anguissa and Stanislav Lobotka, while he's sidelined.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Cajuste cleared a one-match in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Lazio.

Impact Cajuste will be eligible to play against Verona, although Frank Anguissa will be back from AFCON and will reclaim his starting job. He could still get the nod over Diego Demme or Piotr Zielinski if they use a three-man midfield again. He has posted five shots (zero on target), 10 tackles (six won), and six clearances in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injuries Cajuste (thigh) got the start in Friday's Supecup semifinal versus Fiorentina.

Impact Cajuste skipped a couple of training sessions but was a full-go for the game, although he left a little early as he was cramping up. He won't be an option against Lazio on Jan. 28 due to yellow-card accumulation, but he'll be good to go afterward.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Salernitana Cajuste had two shots (zero on goal), three tackles (two won), and one interception and was booked for the fifth time before leaving Saturday's 2-1 win over Salernitana at the 77th...

Impact Cajuste had a decent performance before a physical problem. He'll have extra time to recover since he'll miss the next Serie A game due to yellow-card accumulation. If Piotr Zielinski (thigh) doesn't return, Diego Demme would be next in line.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one tackle against Braga Cajuste (knee) had one clearance, one block, and two tackles (one won) in Tuesday's 2-0 victory over Braga.

Impact Cajuste quickly shook off a knee ailment and helped the defense in his half an hour on the pitch. He has recorded five tackles, one interception, and three clearances in his last five appearances (zero starts).

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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