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Causes PK in Como clash Jesus recorded two tackles (two won), five clearances and one interception and was yellow-carded in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Como.

Impact Jesus was okay again for the most part and filled the stat sheet, but he was beaten to the punch by Tasos Douvikas on a loose ball in the box, fouling the opponent in what ended up being the key turning point in the match. He has notched one or more clearances in seven straight fixtures, totaling 27 and adding 12 interceptions and four blocks over that span, with one clean sheet. Moreover, this marked his third appearance in a row with one or more tackles, for a total of six (four won).

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers versus Napoli Jesus had eight clearances, three blocks and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win against Napoli.

Impact Jesus had his best performance yet as Venezia managed to stifle Napoli, setting a new season high in clearances. He has registered at least one in four straight games, amassing 13. This was also his fourth outing on the trot with one or more interceptions (10 total). On the other hand, he ended a three-game streak with at least one tackle. He's poised to keep leading the backline despite a coaching change.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Venezia Jesus completed a transfer to Venezia on Monday. He signed a one-year contract with the possibility of extending it for a further campaign.

Impact The Brazilian joins Venezia with plenty of Serie A experience, having racked up over 300 league appearances for Inter Milan, Roma and Napoli. The veteran center-back should be a regular starter for Venezia as long as he stays healthy, as his experience will be key at the back of a recently promoted team.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on the bench versus Bologna Jesus (personal) didn't play in Monday's 3-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Jesus was back in the fold after tending to a personal matter, but Napoli are in full force in the back with Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Ami Rrahmani and Mathias Olivera all healthy. He'll stay in a backup role in the last two matches. He has registered seven takcles (four won), seven interceptions and 15 clearances in his last six outings, with no clean sheets.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Bologna Jesus (personal) will be an option for Monday's game versus Bologna, Il Mattino reported.

Impact Jesus has handled the personal issues that forced him to step away from the team for a couple of days before the previous match. On the other hand, Napoli have recovered some pieces in recent weeks, primarily Amir Rrahmani and Giovanni Di Lorenzo, so he'll struggle to have a regular role down the stretch. He has notched seven tackles (three won), seven interceptions and 15 clearances in his last six displays (five starts), with no clean sheets. He was an unused sub in two straight matches before his absence.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Como contest Jesus isn't an option for Saturday's clash with Como for personal reasons, Napoli announced.

Impact Jesus stayed in Naples to tend to a private matter that forced him to miss practice Thursday, even though he was spotted at the training center on the eve of the game. Napoli are understaffed in the back without him and Mathias Olivera (thigh), although Giovanni Di Lorenzo is back from a lengthy absence.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back versus Atalanta Jesus cleared a one-game disqualification in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Roma.

Impact Jesus will be an option for Sunday's away contest versus Atalanta and has routinely started over either Alessandro Buongiorno or Sam Beukema, but he might have to fill in for Amir Rrahmani (undisclosed), who bowed out early versus Roma. Jesus has registered one or more tackles in his last five showings, totaling eight (three won) and adding five interceptions and one block over that span, with no clean sheets. Additionally, he has posted at least one clearance in 10 straight appearances, totaling 21.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 7 • Associated Press

Sent off Saturday Jesus was sent off during Saturday's clash with Genoa.

Impact Jesus was shown a pair of yellow cards and handed his marching orders in the second half. The defender is now set to miss a Feb. 15 clash with Roma, but should be back for a Feb. 22 trip to Atalanta. Jesus' absence could bring Mathias Olivera into the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Season high in blocks Juan Jesus registered one tackle (one won) , four blocks and one clearance in Saturday's 1-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Jesus has been a stabilizing presence in the back three, contributing to five clean sheets over his last six starts while totaling 17 tackles, seven interceptions, and 14 clearances. He also recorded a season-high four blocks in this match and now has seven over his last three games.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Jesus served a one-game disqualification in Wednesday's 0-0 draw with Parma.

Impact Jesus will be eligible to play against Sassuolo on Saturday and has often started over Alessandro Bungiorno on the left-hand side of the defense lately. He has posted one or more tackles in his last four displays, amassing 22 (five won), adding six interceptions, six clearances and three blocks and contributing to three clean sheets over that span.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Parma game Jesus generated five tackles (one won), one clearance and two interceptions and was cautioned for the fiftht time in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Jesis had another fine display in the back, setting a new season high in tackles, but his side surrendered two goals and he won't be available against Parma on Wednesday due to yellow-card accumulation. Alessandro Buongiorno will likely replace him, while Luca Marianucci will be the top defensive backup.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Maintains starting role in shutout Juan Jesus had one tackle (zero won), three clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Cremonese. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 34th minute.

Impact Jesus continued to start in place of Alessandro Buongiorno for the third consecutive game, following his appearances in the Supercoppa Italiana semifinal against AC Milan and the final against Bologna, contributing to a third straight clean sheet. Across those matches, the defender totaled seven tackles, four interceptions and 13 clearances.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Supercoppa Jesus (calf) got the nod in Thursday's Supercoppa semi-final versus Milan.

Impact Jesus missed the previous game due to calf tightness but shook it off in a hurry and relieved Alessandro Buongiorno in this one, drawing his first start since late October. He has posted three tackles (one won), two interceptions and two clearances in his last four cameos.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Udinese game Jesus is in doubt for Sunday's match versus Udinese due to a calf contusion, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Jesus could have gotten the nod amid some rotation, but he's in danger of missing the tilt after picking up a knock during his cameo versus Benfica. Luca Marianucci would be the only deputy in the back if Jesus were unavailable.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three interceptions in Lecce tilt Jesus had one off-target shot, one tackle (one won), three interceptions and three clearances in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Jesus turned in another solid shift, helping Napoli secure a rare clean sheet. He has been playing consistently in recent weeks, but Alessandro Buongiorno and Amir Rrahmani are both healthy now, which is going to affect his minutes, even though he proved to be reliable when called upon. He has tallied one or more clearances in his last eight displays, racking up 30,

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Fares well in Inter match Jesus had four tackles (three won), eight clearances, one block and four interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Inter Milan.

Impact Jesus got the nod over Sam Beukema, teaming up with Alessandro Buongiorno, and put together his busiest stat line yet, setting new season highs in interceptions and clearances. Amir Rrahmani (thigh) shouldn't be far from returning, increasing the competition in the back. He has tallied one or more clearances the last seven fixtures, totaling 27 and logging 10 tackles (seven won), five interceptions and four blocks over that span, with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Holds the line in win Juan Jesus had one tackle (one won), six clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 2-1 win against Sporting CP.

Impact Juan Jesus put forth an example of effort Wednesday in leading the Napoli defense with six clearances as they held-off Sporting CP for a 2-1 victory. Across his last three appearances (two starts), the defender has made four tackles (four won), 10 clearances and one block.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reliable in Sassuolo fixture Jesus had four tackles (two won), one clearance and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact Jesus got the call over newcomer Sam Beukema and Alessandro Buongiorno, who returned from injury not to long ago, and turned in a solid shift next to Amir Rrahmani. He may not play as much as last season but he remains a valuable part of the rotation, at least in the early going. He helped keep three clean sheets in 15 appearances in 2024/2025.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't star in Cagliari match Jesus (thigh) wasn't fielded in Friday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Jesus was back on the bench after sitting out more than a month due to a thigh strain but wasn't needed. He was a steady hand in relief and totaled 25 tackles, nine interceptions, 39 clearances and three blocks in 15 appearances, contributing to three clean sheets.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Jesus (thigh) is on the bench for Friday's match against Cagliari.

Impact As expected, the defender will be an option off the bench. He's alternated between the starting lineup and the bench, though, and could see minutes down the stretch if Napoli are in need of protecting the lead.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be option against Cagliari Jesus (thigh) announced that he's back in training on his social media pages but might not feature versus Cagliari, Corriere dello Sport relayed.

Impact Jesus is in better shape after missing five matches due to a thigh strain, but the gaffer, which should select the whole roster for the last game, is highly likely to roll with the players he has leaned upon recently in the back, Mathias Olivera and Leonardo Spinazzola since Alessandro Buongiorno (thigh) is in a similar spot.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for multiple games Jesus has been diagnosed with a muscular distraction of the semimembranosus muscle of the right thigh and might not return this season, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Jesus will be sidelined for four to six weeks and might not be able to recover before the end of the campaign. Rafa Marin will hold down the fort next to Amir Rrahmani until Alessandro Buongiorno (thigh) is good to go.

APRIL 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forces off in Empoli tilt Jesus had three clearances, two blocks and one tackle (one won) in 72 minutes in Monday's 3-0 win over Empoli before leaving due to a muscular injury, coach Antonio Conte announced...

Impact Jesus filled in well for Alessandro Buongiorno (thigh) but picked up an injury in the second half and will have to be assessed. Rafa Marin would start versus Monza if neither of the two banged-up players recovered for Saturday.

APRIL 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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