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Option Wednesday Jensen (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Thomas Frank. "The news on Mathias is more positive and he will be available and in the...

Impact Jensen was closing in on a return last week and just nearly missed, making it no surprise that he will be an option Wednesday. This is great news for the midfielder, ending a five-match absence and hoping to remain fit after already missing 10 games this season through injury. He has started in six of his eight appearances and is a starter when available, so he will hope to see the start immediately, although the club may choose to be cautious and leave him on the bench.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Closing in on return Jensen (hamstring) is nearing a return, accoridng to manager Thomas Frank. "Mathias is positive, he's getting closer, but again, that will be too short for Brighton."

Impact Jensen could be nearing a return after weeks out, likely only a week or two away from taking the field. This is great news for the club, as he has started in six of the eight matches he has been available for while mainly missing out due to injury. That said, they will hope he takes the field to start January, possibly an option to face Arsenal on Jan. 1.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Weeks away Jensen (hamstring) is weeks away from a return, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Jensen, unfortunately, is a couple more weeks away until he is ready, so that is a bit of a blow...

Impact Jensen remains a couple weeks away from a return due to a hamstring injury. It's a tough turn with how important the midfielder is for everything going forward. Jensen will face a race to return before the end of 2024, with early January perhaps a more likely timeline.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Aston Villa Jensen (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's match against Aston Villa, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Mathias unfortunately got a minor hamstring injury. He will be out for Wedn...

Impact Jensen is set to be out Wednesday, missing his first match due to the issues he suffered Saturday. He will likely remain on the rest of the week, just recovering instead of pushing it against Newcastle on Saturday, although that is up in the air. Vitaly Janelt will probably reclaim a spot in the starting XI while Jensen is out.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed cautionary, set for testing Jensen (hamstring) was taken off for cautionary reasons but will still undergo testing, according to manager Thomas Frank. "We need to assess him tomorrow, it was more precautionar...

Impact Jensen looks to only be dealing with a minor issue after coming off in the first half of Saturday's match, with the manager deeming his substitution was more cautionary than anything. However, he will still undergo testing, with more likely known Monday. They will hope he can shake off the issues by their next match, as he has started in their past three outings.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring injury Jensen was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Leicester with a hamstring injury.

Impact Jensen left the match in the 42nd minute after pulling up with the injury and being replaced by Vitaly Janelt. The extent of Jensen's injury should be revealed ahead of Wednesday's trip to Aston Villa.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in draw Jensen registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Everton.

Impact Jensen set a season high with his two shots in the match. However, it marked the third time in four games where he recorded at least one shot but failed to land at least one on target. Additionally, this was his second consecutive game with three crosses but zero accurate crosses. On a more positive note, he accounted for a season-high two tackles won.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One EPL start since September Jensen has made just one start in the Premier League since the beginning of September.

Impact The midfielder missed five straight games between September and October due to a calf injury, but he's struggled to recover the starting role he had in the early stages of the campaign. His fantasy upside will remain reduced as long as he continues to come off the bench.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Sheffield Jensen started and played 66 minutes in Tuesday's 1-1 (5-4) penalty win over Sheffield.

Impact Jensen returned to play Tuesday after slight scares of a calf injury, with the midfielder starting and playing 66 minutes Wednesday. This is great news for the player, as this does clear him of his injuries after missing five matches. He will now look to continue in the starting XI, starting in three of his eight appearances this campaign.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Jensen (calf) is set to return for Saturday's clash with Ipswich, per manager Thomas Frank. "He will be involved in the squad, which is very positive,"

Impact Jensen was always targeting a return against Ipswich, and nothing has changed with that timeline. The midfielder trained throughout the week and is recovering well. He's now back to full fitness and should be in contention for the start against Ipswich.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday, eyeing Ipswich return Jensen (calf) is out for Saturday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Mathi is training very well and training with the team. It's just too soon...

Impact Jensen will miss another match as he continues to deal with calf issues, with the club not wanting to risk the midfielder. However, he is nearing a return, with the club possibly anticipating him to be an option to face Ipswich Town in their next match. If this is the case, this would be great news, as he started in all three games before his injury.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Running on grass Jensen (calf) is back running on grass, according to manager Thomas Frank. "[Mathias] Jensen is in a better place, he's been running on the pitch this week, so that's another posi...

Impact Jensen is back running on grass, but still remains weeks away from a return from a calf injury. The midfielder will have the international break to recover, meaning he should at least miss fewer matches during the busiest part of the schedule. Jensen's first chance to return will be an October 19 trip to Manchester United after the international break.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out a couple of weeks Jensen is out for the next couple of weeks due to a calf injury, according to manager Thomas Frank. "[Jensen] got a calf injury so will be out for the weekend. He'll be out for a c...

Impact Jensen has been handed an unfortunate fate, as the midfielder will be out the next couple of weeks due to a calf injury he picked up in training. He has started in all three matches to begin the season, so this will force a change. That said, expect Mikkel Damsgaard until Jensen is fit again, likely not reaching the goal until the end of the month.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Jensen made an assist, had one off-target shot and created three chances during Saturday's 3-1 win over Southampton.

Impact Jensen had another productive outing, this time in a more centralized role in midfield, creating a lot for teammates and setting up Bryan Mbeumo for his team's second goal in the 65th minute. This was the first assist of the year for Jensen, who will hope to get back to form displayed two years ago when he was one of Brentford's top playmakers.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One shot in loss Jensen recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 45th mi...

Impact Jensen was busy during Sunday's loss, but failed to make the most of his chances, struggling for end product. It was always going to be a tough match for the midfielder, so it's not totally surprising that he wasn't at his best. Jensen will continue to be a productive option when included in the starting XI.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter in midfield Jensen recorded three goals and three assists across 32 appearances (27 starts) during the 2023/24 Premier League season.

Impact Jensen was a regular presence in midfield for Brentford and logged more than 25 starts for the second consecutive campaign. He wasn't as productive as he was in 2022/23, when he finished with 11 goal contributions, but his role as a central midfielder doesn't figure to change in 2024/25.

JUNE 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Jensen (undisclosed) is expected to be an option for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Ajer went off with a broken nose, and Jensen had a mi...

Impact Jensen is set for a return Saturday, as he appears to have recovered from the knock that left him out last week. He is a regular starter for the Bees, so there is a good chance he could find himself back in the starting XI immediately. However, if he is still being slightly affected and is left on the bench, expect Mikkel Damsgaard to get the start in his place again, with Jensen earning time off the bench to test his fitness levels near the end of the match.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knock Jensen is not in the squad to face Fulham on Saturday after picking up a knock in training.

Impact Jensen suffered the injury in the buildup to the match and while it's been deemed minor, he won't be risked during Saturday's match. The midfielder is replaced in Saturday's XI by Mikkel Damsgaard.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Jensen registered one shot (zero on goal), three chances created, four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Everton.

Impact Jensen had a good offensive performance and led Brentford in crosses and chances created, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The midfielder also took one of their six corner kicks. He logged his seventh start in a row.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in loss Jensen had one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Monday's 4-2 loss against West Ham United.

Impact Jensen tied a season high with seven crosses Monday -- something he has done four times this season -- however he failed to record an accurate cross for the fourth consecutive match, his longest drought of the season. He took two of his side's seven corner kicks as well and won one tackle and made two clearances before being subbed off in the 77th minute for Mikkel Damsgaard.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Forest Jensen made an assist, had one shot on goal, created two chances and sent in seven crosses (four accurate) during Sunday's 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Jensen made his second league start after recovering from the groin injury that left him sidelined for a month and was a threat on set pieces as usual, with one of his season-high seven crosses being an assist for Ben Mee to score Brentford's second goal. That's now three goals and three assists over 15 league appearances for the midfielder, who remains one of his team's most reliable fantasy performers.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids concussion Jensen started and played 83 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Wolves in the FA Cup.

Impact Jensen was a potential concussion concern after a nasty collission against Crystal Palace. It turns out those concerns were largely unfounded as the midfielder was straight back in the starting XI at the first chance. He also went for a good portion of the match a good sign that Jensen should be back to his major role in the starting XI as the main creative outlet.

JANUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Potential concussion sub Jensen was forced off with a possible concussion during the second half of Friday's FA Cup clash with Wolves.

Impact Jensen was forced off after a collision to his head in the second half. The midfielder was just making his way back from a substantial injury that forced him out for five matches and this concussion could put him in doubt moving forward. Saman Ghoddos would take a role on set-pieces moving forward for matches Jensen misses.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Jensen played 23 minutes off the bench and sent in five crosses during Wednesday's 4-1 loss to Wolves.

Impact Jensen finally made his return after spending five matches on the sideline. In his first match back he got back on a set piece duty and sent in three more crosses from open play. With Jensen back Saman Ghoddos is likely to fall away from some set pieces, though it's conceivable that the two split duties moving forward.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Jensen (groin) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Wolves.

Impact Jensen is back on the team sheet for Brentford after a five-match spell on the bench, returning to the bench after healing from a groin injury. The midfielder had started every contest this season leading up to his problem, so he should return to the starting XI in the club's next match when they face Crystal Palace on Saturday.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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