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Option for Saturday Ajer (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's match against Everton, after manager Thomas Frank stated, "Kristoffer is fully fit and available for tomorrow."

Impact Ajer could be making his return to the pitch on Saturday following his recovery from an undisclosed injury. The defender picked up the knock during the international break and only missed one match due to the injury. The Norwegian will most likely only be an option off the bench against Everton after only earning one start prior to his absence.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Ajer (undisclosed) missed the last match due to a "minor injury," according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Ajer was not an option for Saturday's 1-0 loss to Newcastle due to a minor injury he picked up while playing with Norway during the international break. Manager Thomas Frank did not give any more information on the injury other than saying it was a "minor injury," so a timetable for his knock is hard to suggest. He could very well be an option for Saturday's match against Everton, but if he is not, it won't affect the team too much as he has only registered one start this season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist against Fulham Ajer assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Fulham.

Impact Ajer played a beautiful ball across goal to find Bryan Mbeumo for Brentford's third goal of the match. Ajer only appeared in the match for one minute but was clinical by picking up an assist in that short time. This is a rare assist for the 25-year-old defender as his last was in the 2021 campaign. Ajer started last game but only appeared as a substitute Saturday and should be looked at as more of a rotation player for the Bees this season.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rarely used in 2022-23 Ajer recorded 17 clearances, 11 tackles, seven interceptions, five blocked shots, six crosses (one accurate) and two clean sheets across nine appearances (all starts) during the 20...

Impact Ajer dealt with hamstring, knee and calf issues throughout the season, and that was the only reason why he only registered nine Premier League appearances with the Bees. He was healthier during the 2021-22 campaign and that translated to 24 appearances (23 starts) in league play. Brentford have decent depth at center-back, but Ajer would certainly provide a boost if healthy during the upcoming campaign.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Hammers Ajer (calf) will be an option against West Ham United on Sunday after manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "He was on the bench against Liverpool and he'll be available for selecti...

Impact Ajer was included in the squad versus Liverpool on Saturday but was left on the bench. Prior to his extended absence, the central defender was an unused substitute in four of his last five appearances, making him far from a lock to feature in Sunday's matchup.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Reds Ajer (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Liverpool.

Impact Ajer had already been deemed as available by manager Thomas Frank earlier this week, so it's not surprising to see him making the bench. Brentford will start three center-backs in this game, with that defensive unit being formed by Zanka, Ethan Pinnock and Ben Mee.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for weekend Ajer (calf) "will be available for selection" to face Liverpool on Saturday, Brentford manager Thomas Frank announced Thursday.

Impact Ajer has missed Brentford's last nine Premier League games since suffering a calf injury in mid-March, but he's been able to feature for the reserve team recently in order to get back up to fitness, and now should be available to mark his return to the senior side against Liverpool this weekend.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for senior-team appearance Ajer (calf) suited up for the Brentford B team Thursday but won't be ready to rejoin the squad for Saturday's clash with Nottingham Forest. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "No...

Impact Ajer hasn't played for the senior squad in Premier League action since Feb. 11 against Arsenal. Prior to his absence, Ajer had been an unused substitute in three consecutive contests and may struggle to break into the starting XI even once cleared to return to the pitch.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Playing with reserve team Ajer (calf) is starting in a Brentford B match against Fulham on Thursday.

Impact Ajer has been out since mid-March with a calf strain, but he is set to mark his return to action with Brentford's reserve team on Thursday as he continues to work his way back up to fitness.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to training with squad Ajer (calf) is back to training with the team Tuesday, but will not be available for Wednesday's trip to Chelsea, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Ajer has been making good progress in his return to the team, participating in full training Tuesday. The team do not want to rush his return, therefore he will skip Wednesday's match, but could see himself available as soon as Saturday against Nottingham Forest. Aaron Hickey has been starting at right back in his absence.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return to full training Ajer (calf) is "close to full training" according to manager Thomas Frank but won't be ready to play versus Aston Villa on Saturday, per The Athletic.

Impact With the quick turnaround ahead of Wednesday's clash with Chelsea, Ajer may have to miss at least two more contests before being fully fit to rejoin the match-day squad. Even once cleared to play, Ajer is far from a lock for the starting XI and could find himself watching from the bench.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working on return Ajer (calf) is back on the grass with recovery work Wednesday.

Impact Ajer is still a few weeks away from returning as he still needs to train fully with the squad before coming back. Before he does that, the defender will need to work on his fitness and strength after missing over three months with his calf injury. He can still return before the season ends, however may not be given many minutes to play after only appearing in nine games for Brentford this campaign.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Brighton Ajer (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against Brighton, and Brentford manager Thomas Frank said Thursday that there is no timeframe for his return at them moment.

Impact Ajer has started all nine of his Premier League appearances this campaign at right-back or in a back-three, but he picked up a calf injury in mid-March and is currently without a clear timeframe to return. Frank said that the club is "aiming for him to be back this season."

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf issue Ajer continues to deal with a calf injury and will miss Saturday's match against Leicester City, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Ajer missed the midweek match against Southampton and will remain out with the issue. It seems to be a lost season for Ajer, who opened with a hamstring injury, got a few starts, picked up a knee injury, got a few starts, and now is injured again. Fortunately for Brentford, Aaron Hickey has come into the XI this season and had an almost seamless transition to the Premier League.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five clearances for clean sheet Ajer recorded five clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Leeds United.

Impact Ajer and the Brentford back line have been on fire of late with back to back clean sheets and three in last four matches. The versatile defender also offers some offensive upside when deployed as a full-back but mostly produces defensive stats when slotted at center-back.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Cup Ajer played 80 minutes in Saturday's FA Cup clash with West Ham.

Impact Ajer was active during Saturday's FA Cup clash as expected. The defender has struggled with injuries throughout the season, though in the eight matches he was fit he was able to start six. Ajer's first chance for Premier League action is a Saturday clash with Bournemouth.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Saturday Ajer (knee) is expected back in the squad against West Ham United on Saturday.

Impact Ajer is set to return following a five-match absence due to his knee issue. If the defender can get some minutes under his belt in Saturday's FA Cup contest, it should clear the way for him to be in contention for the starting XI versus Bournemouth on Jan. 14.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Liverpool Ajer (knee) is not in Brentford's match day squad for Monday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Ajer is not quite fit enough to feature on Monday's game, and this will be the fourth consecutive Premier League match he will miss dating back to just before the World Cup.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training but not ready to return Ajer (knee) has resumed first-team training but won't be ready versus West Ham United on Friday. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "They're not ready for selection, unfortunatel...

Impact Ajer will be sidelined for his fourth straight match due to his lingering knee problem but with his return to training could be back sooner rather than later. In limited action this season, Ajer has started all six of his appearances for the club in which he has recorded nine tackles (seven won), nine clearances and four crosses (inaccurate).

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Spurs Ajer (knee) is out against Spurs, manager Thomas Frank told reporters. "Pontus is available for selection. Aaron Hickey and Kristoffer Ajer are close, but not close enough yet, but...

Impact Ajer is out against Tottenham, but is recovering from a long-term knee issue and is slowly building fitness. The defender could return as soon as a Dec. 30 clash with West Ham, though it's likely he plays some part off the bench before making his way back into the starting XI.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out until World Cup Ajer (knee) will be out until after the World Cup, Brentford announced Monday.

Impact Ajer is set to miss the final match before the World Cup, a trip to Manchester City, due to his knee injury. The defender will be given almost two months two recover before returning to Premier League action on Boxing Day.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford's Kristoffer Ajer ruled out until after World Cup with injury Brentford have suffered a huge blow ahead of their match against Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon with defender Kristoffer Ajer ruled...

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Out against Forest Ajer is not in the match day squadto face Nottingham Forest on Saturday due to a knee injury.

Impact Ajer misses out on Saturday's match after picking up an ankle injury in the buildup. The defender will hope to return in time to face Manchester City next weekend in the final match before the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strakosha suffers ankle ligament injury after saving penalty from Ajer Brentford goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha has suffered an ankle ligament injury in training after saving a penalty from Kristoffer Ajer. The 27...

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ready for minutes Ajer made his first squad of the season against Leeds and will be an option going forward.

Impact Ajer started 23 matches last season and was used whenever in the squad, but following a return from injury, he doesn't have a guaranteed spot at the moment. In addition to playing more of a four-man back line, Brentford added Ben Mee and Aaron Hickey, which makes it difficult for Ajer to immediately return to the XI. Still, given a busy October, he may end up swapping starts with Hickey at right-back, if not playing as a center-back in a five-man defense.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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