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Picks up shoulder injury Thorsby sprained his shoulder versus Atalanta but escaped without severe damage, Il Secolo XIX reported.

Impact Thorsby will be re-evaluated in a week and won't be an option against Roma next Monday, but the team is hopeful for a quick recovery. He came off the bench in the last two matches, as Mikael Egill Ellertsson has started over him. Patrizio Masini and Nicolae Stanciu will be the main deputies in the midfield, considering that Albert Gronbaek (thigh), Junior Messias (thigh) and Jean Onana (AFCON) are also unavailable.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Strikes in Verona fixture Thorsby scored one goal to go with four shots (one on target), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Verona.

Impact Thorsby made the stat sheet for the second consecutive game thanks to a close-range header. He notched a new season high in attempts and tackles in this one. He has started in four consecutive rounds and has created a scoring chance in each, adding one goal, one assist, five shots (one on target) and three crosses (two accurate).

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Cagliari game Thorsby assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate), four clearances and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Thorby got the nod for the third time in a row and found Leo Ostigard with a cross from the left wing to set up the second goal for his side and record his first helper of the season. He has supplanted Patrizio Mancini lately. He has registered one key pass in three straight displays, but he hasn't contributed much in other categories.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in first season start Thorsby scored a goal off three shots (one on target) and made four clearances during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Torino.

Impact Thorsby received his first chance to start a game this season and needed just seven minutes to prove he deserved it with the goal that broke the deadlock. The midfielder remained very active during the rest of the first half and was also helpful on defensive aerial plays, making a strong case for remaining in the lineup even if his injured teammates Junior Messias (thigh) and Nicolae Stanciu (thigh) are available again for Wednesday's clash against Cremonese.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Thorsby served a one-game ban in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Napoli.

Impact Thorsby will be available against Atalanta next Sunday and could start over either Vitinha or Junior Messias. He has registered at least one tackle in five of his last six appearances (four starts), amassing 11 (two won) and logging three shots (two on target), seven clerances and five chances created.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Napoli clash Thorsby had two key passes and two tackles (zero won) and was cautioned for the fifth time in Monday's 2-1 defeat against Milan.

Impact Thorsby didn't have a remarkable showing, failing to put up numbers, although he had some success as a creator. He'll be suspended for Sunday's away game versus Napoli due to yellow card accumulation. The coach will turn to Lior Kasa, Milan Baldej or Vitinha depending on how aggressive he wants to be.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Deployed late against Juventus Thorsby (calf) had five passes and one tackle and committed one foul in 10 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Thorsby was eased into action after missing more than a month due to a calf strain and played too little to pick up stats. He's likely to gain progressively more minutes at the expense of Jean Onana, Fabio Miretti and Ruslan Malinovskyi in the coming weeks.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Throsby (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Juventus.

Impact Thorsby is with the team Saturday after recovering from a calf injury, no surprise after the confirmation of his return earlier. He is a regular starter, starting in 18 of his 23 appearances this season, and will hope to earn that spot back soon.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Juventus game Thorsby (calf) "will be called up for Saturday," coach Patrick Vieira announced.

Impact Thorsby has successfully ramped up during the break and will return after missing five matches. Ruslan Malinovskyi, Patrizio Masini and Fabio Miretti have absorbed his minutes in recent tilts. He has recorded two shots (one on target), four key passes, three crosses (one accurate) and eight tackles (six won) in his last five displays (all starts).

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing calf strain Thorsby suffered a calf lesion late in the Torino match, Il Secolo XIX relayed.

Impact Thorsby risks missing several contests, as the injury is believed to be fairly severe and could shelve him for up to six weeks. Junior Messias, Lior Kasa and Jean Onana are the next men up at the position.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Saddled with own goal in Torino game Thorsby recorded an own goal and had one tackle (one won), two clearances, one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Torino.

Impact Thorsby didn't put up good numbers and was the last one to deflect the ball after a couple of unfortunate ricochets in the box on a corner kick, beating his own goalie. He has recorded four chances created, three crosses (one accurate), eight tackles (five won) and five clearnaces in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard in Milan tilt Thorsby drew two fouls and recorded four tackles (two won), one block and three clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against AC Milan.

Impact Thorsby didn't log any offensive stat as he focused on trying to limit the opponents, which Genoa managed to do even though Milan wasted a few chances. He has hit the net once and logged six shots (two on target), 23 tackles (14 won) and seven clearances in the last five games.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive defensive display Thorsby recorded four tackles (four won) and two clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Torino. He was injured and subbed out in the 87th minute.

Impact Thorsby recorded four tackles, winning all of them which was the most he had attempted or won this season. It was also the fourth game in a row where he has completed two or more tackles. The midfielder has started 10 games this season, nine coming most recently in a row.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Sunday Thorsby assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Thorsby set up a goal for Fabio Miretti in the 59th minute. Thorsby made two tackles, but also committed a penalty. He has featured in 12 of 13 games this season and has created 14 chances, but this was his first assist of the season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in start Thorsby assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact After concluding April with a goal-scoring performance, Thornsby continued to be part of Genoa's starting XI, a decision that is already turning out well. Just two games into May, he has added an assist to his statistical output.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in start Thorsby scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Thorsby picked up his first start in his last six appearances and made the most of the opportunity as he buried his second goal of the campaign. He also registered a season-high two shots and two shots on target. On the defensive end, he tied his season-high with two tackles won.

MAY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one tackle in Salernitana match Thorsby (calf) had one interception, won one of one tackle, drew one foul, and committed two in 19 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Thorsby got some run off the bench but didn't fill it up. He might get the against Lecce at home Sunday due to Morten Frendrup and Milan Badelj's suspensions. He has logged three tackles (two won), three crosses (one accurate), and two key passes in his last five showings.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Salernitana Thorsby (calf) "returned to full training in the last couple of weeks and will be on the bench Sunday," coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Thorsby is healthy after sitting out the past two matches and will resume providing depth in the midfield. He wasn't used in four of the last eight matches. He was an option four, recording three shots (one on target), three crosses (one accurate), and two tackles (one one) in the others.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Torino Thorsby (calf) will remain unavailable for Saturday's game versus Torino.

Impact Thorsby will sit his second consecutive game because of a calf problem. Kevin Strootman is returning after an illness, joining Milan Badelj, Morten Frendrup, Ruslan Malinovskyi, and Berkan Kutlu at the position.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up calf injury Thorsby will be unavailable Friday versus Bologna due to a calf problem, coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Thorsby is undergoing some tests after getting hurt in training late in the week. He's usually one of their top backups in the midfield. Kevin Strootman, Ruslan Malinovskyi, and Berkan Kutlu will absorb his limited playing time.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in win Thorsby scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Thursday's 4-1 victory over Roma.

Impact Thorsby did not start Thursday but played the majority of the match after replacing Milan Badelj in the 11th minute due to an injury. He made the most of the opportunity and recorded his first assist of the season in the 45th minute, then scored his first goal of the season in the 74th minute. Depending on the severity of Badelj's injury, Thorsby could see more playing time in the near future.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Serie A Thorsby has joined Genoa on loan with conditioned obligation to buy from Union Berlin, the team announced.

Impact Thorsby quickly returns to Italy after a season in Germany where didn't have much success, tallying one goal, one assist, ten chances created, and 33 tackles in 32 appearances (12 starts). He scored three times and provided one helper, on top of diligently taking care of the dirty work in the midfield, in the previous two campaigns with Sampdoria.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited role in Germany Thorsby made 24 appearances (eight starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Thorsby joined Union Berlin and saw nowhere near the playing time he picked up in Italy. The midfielder simply wasn't very productive in the first team and created just seven chances. Thorsby will look to earn a larger role competing with Aissa Laidouini and Alex Kral in the 2023/24 pre-season.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Thorsby had one assist on one chance created, took one shot (on target) and made one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mainz.

Impact Thorsby assisted the winning goal Saturday, as he found Jordan Pefok with a headed pass in the 84th minute. It was his first game since he had surgery on an undisclosed injury in early February. He missed just three matches, and his return could not have gone much better. He was subbed on in the 79th minute and made an immediate impact, as he assisted just five minute into his return and recorded a shot on target minutes later.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for surgery Thorsby did not travel to the January training camp due to a serious injury, Union Berlin announced Tuesday.

Impact Thorsby will be out for an uncertain amount of time with a surgery that oddly wasn't specified. The only information given was that it was a serious issue requiring surgery. Thorsby played a minimal role before the World Cup break and likely won't return to any sort of major playing time in the second half of the season.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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