PONTUS JANSSON NEWS

Jansson expected to miss the rest of the season Brentford centre-back Pontus Jansson is expected to be out for the rest of the season after sustaining a hamstring injury during Saturday’s...

APRIL 13, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Unlikely to return this season Jansson is unlikely to return this season after suffering a hamstring injury last weekend, according to manager Thomas Frank. "It's bad news for us and for Pontus. There's a small...

Impact It's been a mostly lost season for Jansson, who is set to finish with just nine starts from 12 appearances due to injury. He picked up a foot issue early in the season, pulled his hamstring that kept him out the middle of the campaign and now after a month back, suffered another hamstring injury. He remains a team captain and will hope to get back to full health and fitness over the summer. Zanka and Mads Roerslev are two options who could see more time in his absence.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with hamstring problem Jansson left Saturday's game against Aston Villa during the first half with a hamstring injury.

Impact The diagnosis hasn't been revealed yet, but Jansson has struggled with hamstring injuries all season long, and it wouldn't be shocking if he's forced into yet another spell on the sidelines.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal of season Jansson scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Brighton.

Impact Jansson scored his first goal of the campaign after getting his first start since Oct 1. A hamstring injury has kept the defender out of the lineup for months, but is working on winning a regular starting XI role. He has generated one goal with eight clearances in the last three matches.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in draw Jansson subbed in and played the final few minutes of Saturday's 1-1 draw against Leicester City.

Impact Jansson has featured as a substitute in each of Brentford's last two Premier League matches after recovering from a hamstring injury he'd been dealing with since early October. He will aim to challenge Ben Mee and Ethan Pinnock to break back into the starting lineup in central defense once he works his way back up to full fitness.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Jansson (hamstring) will be available for selection in Monday's clash against Fulham, according to Brentford manager Thomas Frank on Friday.

Impact Jansson has recovered from a hamstring injury that has limited him to just one Premier League appearance off the bench since the beginning of October. He had been a regular starter in central defense to begin the campaign prior to his injury, but will likely need some time to work his way back up to full fitness before he can displace Ethan Pinnock, Kristoffer Ajer or Zanka in the XI at the moment.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Jansson (hamstring) was seen training with Brentford, though it is not clear if it was individually or with the team.

Impact Jansson has been plagued with injuries all season, spending the majority of the year sidelined. He is projected to have a limited role for the remaining of the season, with Ben Mee and Ethan Pinnock doing a fine job as center backs.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out next two contests Jansson (hamstring) is hoping to return against Fulham on March 6. As such, he will miss the next two contests.

Impact Jansson has logged just one minute of action over the club's last 13 contests due to injury problems. Even once cleared to play, Jansson may face an uphill battle to claim a place in the starting XI and will likely serve primarily as a substitute option, making him a relative non-factor in fantasy contests.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still training individually Jansson (hamstring) is "just too short to be involved" in Saturday's clash against Arsenal, according to Brentford manager Thomas Frank on Friday.

Impact Frank says Jansson "is close to full training," but he's not quite ready for Saturday's Arsenal game after making just one appearance since early October with his hamstring injury.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frank 'would love' Jansson stay as contract talks continue Thomas Frank says Brentford are having an “ongoing discussion” about whether to offer Pontus Jansson a contract extension and admits he “wou...

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Won't be ready against Southampton Jansson (hamstring) will not be available versus Southampton on Saturday. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "It's still too soon, but they are very close. Onyeka is training alm...

Impact Jansson has played just one minute over the club's last 12 contests due to his injury concerns. At this point, Jansson may be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI, especially given his extended stint on the shelf, though he did make six starts to open the season.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seen in training Jansson (hamstring) was pictured in training with Brentford on Wednesday.

Impact A hamstring injury has limited Jansson to just one appearance off the bench since early October, and he's not been involved in 10 Premier League matches during that span. But he's making progress with his recovery was back out on the training pitch Wednesday ahead of next week's clash against Southampton.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still needs time Jansson (hamstring) remains sidelined ahead of Sunday's trip to Leeds United, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact It's pretty clear that Jansson suffered a recurrence of his hamstring injury when he returned in late December. He'd been out for two months with the injury, returned, and now he's out again. Fortunately for Brentford, they're deeper in the back than a season ago and with Kristoffer Ajer available again, they have plenty of defensive options without Jansson.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Saturday Jansson (hamstring) will not be available versus Bournemouth on Saturday. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "Pontus Jansson is progressing but unfortunately he's not available y...

Impact Jansson remains without a clear timeline to return to action, having logged just one minute off the bench since Oct. 1. At this point, the defender could struggle to break into the starting XI given his lengthy stints on the sidelines this year, which would render him a relative non-factor in fantasy contests. If he does reclaim his spot on the back line, Jansson would certainly be capable of racking up defensive stats.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with hamstring issue Jansson will not be available versus West Ham United on Saturday due to his lingering hamstring problem.

Impact Jansson was an unused substitute for Boxing Day and logged one minute off the bench versus West Ham on Dec. 30 but then was left out Jan. 2 against Liverpool. At this point, the central defender should be considered doubtful at best heading into a matchup with Bournemouth on Jan. 14.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Boxing Day Jansson (hamstring) is available for Monday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Pontus is available for selection."

Impact It's a positive update on Jansson, who has been out since Oct. 1 with a hamstring injury. It's hard to see him being thrown into the starting XI given that he didn't feature over the break and that he's been out more than two months with injury. Still, if all goes well, he should be back in the starting XI in the next week or two.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hickey and Jansson ruled out until after the World Cup Thomas Frank has confirmed that Aaron Hickey and captain Pontus Jansson will be out of action until after the World Cup. Hickey suffered the...

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Might be out through World Cup Jansson is likely to be out through the World Cup due to a hamstring injury, manager Thomas Frank announced ahead of Wednesday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Jansson has already missed a couple of games and should miss around five more before the World Cup break pauses the season in mid-November. As he's only started in six games, the absence of Jansson as captain isn't nearly as impactful as it could be in other moments. Instead, Ben Mee, Ethan Pinnock and Kristoffer Ajer should help keep the defense under control.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Jansson will miss Saturday's trip to Newcastle with a hamstring injury suffered last match, according to manager Thomas Frank. "We don't know how long it'll be, but he'll be out fo...

Impact It's a tough injury for Jansson and one that could keep him out multiple weeks. There's a slight chance Ethan Pinnock is thrown to the wolves in his first match of the season or someone like Kristoffer Ajer starts at center-back instead of Zanka. No matter, Frank will have to change who is playing next to Ben Mee on the back line.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with leg injury Jansson was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match with Bournemouth due to a leg injury.

Impact Jansson hurt himself after making a clearance under pressure and hobbled off the pitch in the 64th minute. More information about the extent of injury should be available ahead of next week's match at Newcastle.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eight clearances to finish season Jansson made eight clearances in their 2-1 loss to Leeds United in the season finale.

Impact Jansson again led his side in clearances during the home loss to end the season, finishing with a total of 186. The centerback also logged 40 tackles, 52 interceptions and 27 blocks, plus two goals and one assist in 37 appearances (all starts). He received seven yellow cards as well.

MAY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Jansson scored a goal off two shots (one on target), made two tackles (one won), six clearances, one interception and one block and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Sat...

Impact Jansson scored his second goal over the last four starts in the 13th minute, appearing at the right place to slot home a pass from the left flank. Defensively, the centre back was solid as usual, pacing his side in clearances and giving opposing forwards no room to operate. He'll try to keep up with the strong play during May 15 visit to Everton.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE