Kristoffer Ajer - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Returns to bench Ajer (foot) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Ajer is back Saturday, returning to play after six games out due to foot issues. He will look for time off the bench before hopefully seeing the start in their next outing, as this is his first appearance on the team sheet not starting this campaign.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Wednesday too early Ajer (foot) is out for Wednesday's match but is close to a return, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Ajer is on the pitch. He is progressing and tried with the team Sunday and to...

Impact Ajer is out yet another week, missing his sixth straight game due to his foot issues. However, he has been close, as he has been trying the past week to regain fitness and see time. That said, he could be an option when facing Newcastle on Saturday, hoping to reclaim the starting spot he held before injury.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for weeks Ajer (foot) is going to be out multiple weeks, according to manager Thomas Frank. "We were optimistic, but he didn't cope as well with training as we thought so he is probably out...

Impact Ajer's hope originally had been a return against Fulham, but after ramping up training it didn't go well. Frank didn't call it a setback specifically, but he will be out multiple weeks more, and Brentford are set to be cautious with Ajer. He will be a doubt against Everton after the international break.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Fulham Ajer (foot) is out for Monday's match against Fulham.

Impact Ajer is missing yet another match, with the defender sidelined for the second time in a row due to his foot issues. He has been training and was questionable to feature, so with that said, there is a solid chance he is fit to face Bournemouth on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing well Ajer (foot) is progressing well ahead of Monday's trip to Fulham, per manager Thomas Frank."He has a big chance, and he has been in training."

Impact Ajer is targeting a return for Monday's trip to Fulham and seems to be on pace for that. The defender has trained fully and is seemingly getting through each stage of his recovery without major issue. Ajer should compete for starting minutes immediately when fit.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing return against Fulham Ajer (foot) is expected to be fit for Monday's match against Fulham, according to manager Thomas Frank, per Will Castle of Ealing Times. "It is a minor foot injury. We maybe could...

Impact Ajer will miss one more match due to his foot issues but is expected to return soon, as he will eye a return in their next league match against Fulham. This is great news, as he is a crucial player for the team, having yet to miss a start until his injury. When he does return, he should be expected to assume his spot back in the starting XI immediately.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out with foot injury Ajer is not in the squad to face Ipswich on Saturday due to a foot injury.

Impact Ajer misses out on short notice with Mads Roerslev entering the starting XI in his absence. The injury was deemed minor by manager Thomas Frank with Ajer likely to return in time to face Fulham next week.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent minutes Ajer has started every single Premier League match, only missing time due to injury.

Impact Ajer had to come off early against Southampton, but even then he didn't miss any matches. The defender has been a consistent piece of the starting XI on either side of the defense and continues to see plenty of chances. He offers little going forward, but should continue to see starts as one of the more flexible options in the defense.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against City Ajer (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Manchester City.

Impact Ajer returns to the starting XI for Saturday's match after overcoming a knock. The defender was always expected to make his return and is right on schedule to get back in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Available again Ajer (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Ajer trained today and trained Tuesday- he is available for Saturd...

Impact Ajer went down with an injury just ahead of the international break but has already overcome those issues to be an option Saturday. He should be expected to reassume a starting spot immediately now that he is fit, starting in all three matches to open the season.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Injury confirmed Ajer has been confirmed to be dealing with an injury, according to manager Thomas Frank, per Sam Tabuteau of the Borough of Hounslow Herald. "I don't know, I don't hope it's anythi...

Impact Ajer went down in Saturday's win over Southampton, having gone down with an undisclosed issue. Those rumors are now confirmed, although a further report of his injury has yet to be released. That said, his injury has been deemed minor, so he isn't likely to miss much time, hoping to possibly get back on the field in their next match on Sept. 14 following the international break.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in first half Ajer was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Everton through injury.

Impact Ajer left the match in the 39th minute succumbing to an injury and being replaced by Mads Roerslev. The defender's status for Brentford's next match at Manchester City following in the international break is in doubt.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Ajer recorded one tackle (zero won) and three clearances in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Ajer had plenty to do behind the ball throughout Sunday's loss, and in the end he didn't provide much. It was always going to be a tough clash and it went about as expected at Anfield. Still almost every other match on the calendar should be easier for Ajer, both going forward and defensively.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 21 starts in 2023/24 Ajer recorded 21 starts and 28 appearances in the 2023/24 Premier League season, bagging two goals and one assist while adding 78 clearances.

Impact Ajer didn't make a single start between Dec. 2 and Feb. 10 in league play as he was working to recover due to a nagging foot injury, and he also dealt with calf problems, but he was part of the XI when healthy more often than not. Ajer remains under contract for the 2024/25 season and should be a regular for the Bees if his fitness levels allow him to.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start Ajer (face) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Bournemouth.

Impact Ajer is good to go despite dealing with a broken nose suffered last week against Fulham. The defender makes his fourth straight start at right back during Saturday's match.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Ajer (face) is likely an option for Saturday's tilt with Bournemouth, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Ajer went off with a broken nose, and Jensen had a minor injury, but both...

Impact Ajer was forced off the field in the club's last match after taking a boot to the face but is now set for a return a week later, as he will wear a mask after being confirmed to have broken his nose. This is great news for the club, as he is a regular starter. That being said, expect him to likely get the start Saturday if an option, although if he is left on the bench, expect Zanka to start in his place.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Takes boot to face Ajer was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Fulham after taking a boot to the face.

Impact Ajer left the match in first half stoppage time after being hit in the face by the foot of Alex Iwobi. The defender left holding his nose and his status for next week's match at Bournemouth is now up in the air.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Ajer (calf) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Luton Town.

Impact Ajer returns as expected following last week's absence against Sheffield United. The defender will line up at right back in a back-four setup for Brantford Saturday.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Ajer (calf) is available for Saturday's clash with Luton Town, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Ajer missed out against Sheffield United due to a minor calf straight but is now fit again and ready to return. The defender should be straight back into the starting XI, with Nathan Collins likely falling to the bench. Ajer has started the last 10 matches he's been fit for.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Missing with calf strain Ajer is not in the squad to face Sheffield United on Saturday due to a calf strain.

Impact The injury is considered minor, but Ajer will not be risked on Saturday. The defender will hope to return next week as Brentford switch to a back four set up Saturday with Zanka and Nathan Collins pairing at center back.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late equalizer Ajer scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Manchester United.

Impact Ajer scored the late equalizer in the 99th minute, after they condeded already during stoppage time, with his second goal in a row -- and second in the season. The centerback also helped on defense leading Brentford in clearances.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Ajer slots home Brentford's equalizer v. Manchester United | Premier League

MARCH 30 • YOUTUBE

Kristoffer Ajer equalises for Brentford in the final minutes of the game against Manchester United Kristoffer Ajer equalises for Brentford in the final minutes of the game against Manchester United.

MARCH 30 • SKY.COM

Kristoffer Ajer pulls one back for Brentford against Burnley | Premier League

MARCH 16 • YOUTUBE

Busy on return Ajer started and played 62 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Wolves in the FA Cup.

Impact Ajer got back on the pitch for 62 minutes during Tuesday's match. The defender is back from a foot injury that plagued him for almost two months. The defender should be back in consitent minutes at both right-back and center-back moving forward.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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