Leander Dendoncker - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Likely done for season Dendoncker (undisclosed) is the only absentee from Thursday's training session and is very unlikely to feature again for Real Oviedo this season, according to Pablo Fernandez of La...

Impact Dendoncker's prolonged absence without any clear return timeline effectively ends his involvement in what has been a difficult campaign for the Belgian midfielder at Oviedo. The rest of the squad trained without issues under coach Guillermo Almada as the club prepares for what could be a must-win fixture, sitting nine points from safety with four games remaining in their fight against relegation. If Dendoncker doesn't return this season, he would end the campaign with one goal, 36 tackles and 34 clearances across 19 La Liga appearances (15 starts).

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Dendoncker (undisclosed) will remain out for the time being due to injury, according to La Voz de Asturias.

Impact Dendoncker missed the last match due to injury and will remain sidelined for the time being since he still wasn't back in team training as of Saturday. The Belgian has lost his starting spot since the arrival of new coach Guillermo Almada, so his absence should have only a limited impact on the current starting XI.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Monday Dendoncker (undisclosed) is not expected to be available Monday against Espanyol, according to La Voz De Asturias.

Impact Dendoncker didn't play against Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday, and the fact that he was unable to train Friday means he's very unlikely to return to action for Monday's clash. Dendoncker was a regular starter earlier in the season, but he has lost his role of late, so his absence won't affect the squad too much.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Dendoncker (undisclosed) is ruled out for Wednesday's clash against Rayo Vallecano due to injury, according to Ramon Julio Garcia from El Comercio.

Impact Dendoncker picked up some muscle discomfort during the final training session ahead of Wednesday's clash against Rayo Vallecano and will not be available for Real Oviedo. The Belgian is expected to be evaluated over the next few days to determine the extent of the issue, though his absence does not affect the starting squad since he has lost his starting role and has only made a few appearances off the bench in recent weeks.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal Dendoncker scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win against Real Sociedad.

Impact Dendocker got Oviedo its first points of the La Liga season after two rough matches to start the year. The midfielder will likely struggle to keep his scoring ways going against Getafe, a side which conceded just 39 goals in 38 matches a year ago.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Oviedo Dendoncker has completed a transfer to Oviedo from Aston Villa, according to his new club.

Impact Dendoncker has moved to Spain after a few years with Aston Villa met with numerous loans, joining newly promoted Oviedo in Spain. He has great experience with 431 appearances over his career, with 152 coming in the Premier League, also adding 28 goals and 10 assists. He should be close to an immediate upgrade in the midfield for the club, probably seeing his first minutes with Oviedo not too long after joining.

AUGUST 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Loan concludes Dendoncker has returned to Aston Villa from his loan with Anderlecht after starting in 41 of his 43 appearances.

Impact Dendoncker is returning to his parent club after a season off in his home country, seeing a decent spell with Anderlecht. He would hold a starting role with the team and would even capture a few appearances in Europa League play. He will now return to England likely to be met with a transfer or another loan as he doesn't have a role on the team and his contract is up next summer

JUNE 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season finale Dendoncker will skip Sunday's clash with Lecce due to an illness, Napoli relayed.

Impact Dendoncker came down with the flu late in the flu and won't be involved, closing his loan spell from Wolverhampton with just one shot and one block in 21 minutes through three appearances. He'll head back after the end of the season.

MAY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play against Bologna Dendoncker (thigh) didn't feature in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Bologna.

Impact Dendoncker returned to the bench after a brief absence but didn't sub in as has been the case in the large majority of the matches since he joined Napoli. That's unlikely to change down to stretch as he won't retained past his loan spell.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back versus Bologna Dendoncker (thigh) returned to full training on Thursday, Napoli announced.

Impact Dendoncker is poised to be back on the game-day squad list after a brief absence. On the other hand, he has barely gotten any minutes since joining Napoli, even though they have occasionally been short-handed in the midfield.

MAY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular injury Dendoncker picked up a muscular issue in training, Napoli announced.

Impact Dendoncker has been ruled out for Monday's match versus Udinese while he awaits the test results on the extent of the issue. He has been a non-factor since joining in January, logging just 21 minutes through three off-the-bench appearances.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Napoli Dendoncker has moved to Napoli on a loan with an option to buy from Aston Villa, the club announced.

Impact Dendocker departs after struggling to find playing time at Aston Villa, starting just once in eight Premier League matches. His role might not be significantly larger at Napoli, but he will likely get minutes right away since Frank Anguissa is on international duties and Jens Cajuste is suspended for the next game. He'll be one of the top deputies in the midfield once they are whole. He has scored once and added six tackles, three clerances, and two shots (one on target) this season.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Man Utd Dendoncker scored a goal off his lone shot and made four tackles (three won) and two interceptions during Tuesday's 3-2 loss against Manchester United.

Impact Dendoncker had his first league start of the season and made most of the opportunity, displaying a lot of tenacity in the middle of the park and having an even bigger impact on the attacking end as he scored his side's second goal by just slotting the ball home after a corner kick was headed towards him in the 26th minute. With Boubacar Kamara still suspended and Youri Tielemans (undisclosed) doubtful for Saturday's clash against Burnley, Dendoncker could very well remain in Villa's starting XI.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leander Dendoncker gives Aston Villa 2-0 lead over Manchester United | Premier League

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Returns in Conference League Dendoncker played 20 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 3-0 win over Hibernian in the Conference League.

Impact Dendoncker returned from an injury that plagued him throughout the off season. He wasn't fit enough for any major minutes but did get to test his fitness over 20 minutes. Dendoncker made 20 appearances in 2022-23 but could find more competition for appearance with the new additions to the Villa midfield.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Saturday Dendoncker (undisclosed) will not be an option for Saturday's clash with Newcastle.

Impact Dendoncker did not have the best season with Villa last season since his transfer from the Wolves, making just seven starts in 20 appearances while failing to score or assist. Now that he is set to miss the first match of the new season, it will likely drop him in the depth chart, especially with new signing Moussa Diaby.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in first season at Villa Dendoncker created five chances and made 19 tackles, 12 clearances and 10 interceptions over 20 appearances (seven starts) since moving from Wolverhampton at the start of the seaso...

Impact Dendoncker came from Wolves, where he always had a prominent role but was never able to earn a starting spot or even regular playing time at Villa. His role as a holding midfielder already limits his ability to fill the stat sheet and the lack of minutes contributed even more for the Belgium international to be a non-factor for fantasy purposes. Upside is still there for Dendoncker and he'll hope he can get more opportunities during his second campaign with the team, something that can be eased if Douglas Luiz's long-rumored transfer to a bigger club finally takes place.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins tackle in loss Dendoncker won one of one tackles before getting hooked just after the hour mark of Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Manchester United.

Impact Dendoncker has started four consecutive Premier League games alongside Douglas Luiz in defensive midfield while Boubacar Kamara (ankle) has been out injured.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for weekend Dendoncker (undisclosed) has been training in full for two weeks with Villa and will be available for selection in Saturday's clash against Chelsea.

Impact Dendoncker missed all of March with an injury, but returned to training during the international break and will be available to return to the squad against Chelsea on Saturday. Even when fit, he hasn't started a Premier League match since the World Cup.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined vs. Bournemouth Dendoncker (undisclosed) will not be available to face Bournemouth this weekend, Aston Villa announced Friday.

Impact Dendoncker is still dealing with the injury that has been ruling him out since February and he will remain unavailable for Saturday's game. He will hope to recover during the upcoming international break.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out as expected Dendoncker is not in the match day squad to face West Ham on Sunday.

Impact Dendoncker misses out on Sunday's match as he continues to recover from an undisclosed injury. The midfielder's next chance to return comes in a week against Bournemouth.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful versus West Ham United Dendoncker (undisclosed) remains a doubt against West Ham United on Sunday after manager Unai Emery told reporters, "Dendoncker had a domestic accident, he is progressing this week...

Impact Dendoncker has featured exclusively off the bench since returning from the World Cup. In those outings, the midfielder recorded one tackle (won), one clearance and one block in a combined 61 minutes of action. Even once cleared to play, Dendoncker is likely to remain primarily a bench option, limiting him to low-end fantasy production.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Palace Dendoncker (undisclosed) will not be available for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace, Aston Villa announced on Friday.

Impact Dendoncker was not able to train on Friday and has been ruled out of the Palace match this weekend. His last Premier League start came back in early November, and he's featured just five times off the bench in the competition since the World Cup.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Dendoncker is eligible to return from a one-match ban he served against Leeds.

Impact Dendoncker is set to return to the first team for a Saturday trip to Southampton. The midfielder has fallen out of the starting XI of late, with just 28 minutes off the bench across his last two appearances.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Leeds Dendoncker will miss Friday's clash against Leeds United due to a suspension for a red card he received in last weekend's FA Cup defeat against Stevenage.

Impact Dendoncker was shown a straight red card in the 85th minute of last weekend's cup loss, so he will serve his one game suspension in the Premier League on Friday. He hasn't started any of Villa's last four league games regardless, but he should return to eligibility for the Jan. 21 Southampton match.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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