THOMAS KRISTENSEN NEWS

Appears in Coppa Italia tilt Kristensen (thigh) logged some minutes off the bench in Tuesday's cup game versus Juventus.

Impact Kristensen was deployed late in the game after completing his recovery from a significant thigh injury. He last played in late September. He'll likely supplant either Christian Kabasele or Nicolo Bertola once ready to start. He started in the first five rounds before going down, registering 45 clearances, four tackles (three won), five interceptions and three shots and contributing to one clean sheet.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Kristensen (thigh) "is in good shape but will need another week to be in playing shape. He had a positive check-up, but opted not to force it and bring him back immediately," coach...

Impact Kristensen will miss his seventh match in a row Saturday against Bologna, but it should be his final absence. Christian Kabasele will continue filling in for him in the middle of the rearguard.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with thigh strain Kristensen is week-to-week due to a left biceps femoris strain, Udinese announced.

Impact Kristensen is expected to miss multiple matches, as he'll need about four to six weeks to recover fully, Messaggero Veneto reported. Christian Kabasele scored while filling in last week and will likely absorb the bulk of the minutes. Matteo Palma and Nicolo Bertola could also enjoy an uptick in playing time.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Absent versus Cagliari Kristensen (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Udinese.

Impact Kristensen will watch the game from the stands after picking up an injury in training and is set for tests to assess its severity. Christian Kabasele is filling in for him in the middle of the defense, flanked by Saba Goglichidze and Oumar Solet, while Nicolo Bertola and Matteo Palma are on the bench.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Cagliari game Kristensen might be unavailable versus Cagliari due to late muscular problems, Messaggero Veneto reported.

Impact Kristensen picked up a physical issue in the final training session and, while he'll go through another fitness test, there's not much optimism he'll be an option. Christian Kabasele would be the frontrunner to replace him in that event.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles against Milan Kristensen recorded nine clerances, two interceptions, one tackle (zero won) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Kristensen put up good numbers, as he's one to do, but had troubles containing the opponents and was sloppy on more than a few occasions, generating the first goal with a botched clearance that had to be saved by Razvan Sava, leading to a tap-in by Christian Pulisic. He has registered eight more clearances in the first four rounds, totaling 43, adding three tackles (all won), four interceptions and four blocks and contributing to one clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well in Pisa contest Kristensen had one tackle (one won), eight clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 win against Pisa.

Impact Kristensen put up slightly worse numbers than in the first two rounds, but Udinese managed to shut down their foes in this one. He had a clutch intervention on a dangerous cross in the second half, narrowly beating an attacker ready to tap it in to the punch. He has scored once and posted two tackles, two interceptions, 34 clearances and four blocks in three matches.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Another impressive display Kristensen made 15 clearances and two blocks during Sunday's 2-1 win over Inter Milan.

Impact Kristensen had another superb performance at the heart of the defense, simply dominating opposing forwards and racking up a career-high 15 clearances to help his side limiting a powerful Inter attack to just one goal. With one goal, 26 clearances and four blocks over two games, the center-back is having a very promising start of campaign.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header in draw Kristensen scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Verona.

Impact Kristensen rose above the contending defenders to head home the opening goal Monday as Udinese played to a 1-1 draw versus Verona. In addition to supplying the key goal, the central defender also led his team with 11 clearances, made one tackle (one won) and recorded two blocks. Kristensen's next goal in Serie A will mark a new career-high in a single season.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan crushes Torino 5-0 to lay down Serie A marker in season opener

Inter Milan has started its Serie A campaign with a comfortable 5-0 win over Torino

AUGUST 25 • Associated Press

Suspended for last game Kristensen had eight clearances, three interceptions and one tackle (zero won) and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Juventus.

Impact Kristensen had a decent showing and racked up stats, but it wasn't enough to contain the opponents. He'll miss the last match versus Fiorentina due to yellow-card accumulation. He was a regular after shaking off a pair of early injuries, finishing with 31 tackles, 21 interceptions, 79 clearances and 13 blocks in 24 appearances (19 starts), with three clean sheets.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Hits the net against Cagliari Kristensen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), six tackles (two won) and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Kristensen turned in a decent shift in the back and decided the game nudging home a corner kick with his chest as he was left unguarded in the six-yard box. It's his first goal of the year. He has tallied eight tackles (three won), five interceptions and three blocks in his last five appearances (four starts), contributing to one clean sheet. He has failed to record a clearance just once this campaign, totaling 29 in his last 10 outings.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Does his part in Lecce tilt Kristensen had one cross (one accurate), one block and four clearances in Friday's 1-0 win versus Lecce.

Impact Kristensen got the nod over Kingsley Ehizibue after watching the previous game from the bench and helped contain the adversaries, although he wasn't as busy as his teammates in the back. He has registered five crosses (one accurate), nine tackles (eight won), five interceptions and 19 clearances in his last five displays.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Verona game Kristensen (illness) had three clearances, one block, one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Verona.

Impact Kristensen was fine in his return from an illness and picked up stats on both ends. He has struggled to stay healthy but has been a top option when available. He has totaled five tackles (three on target), three interceptions, 15 clearances and four blocks in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Kristensen (achilles) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Verona.

Impact Kristensen has made his return to play as expected Saturday, immediately earning a spot in the starting XI following achilles issues. He has now started in three straight appearances, starting in four of his seven appearances.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Verona tilt Kristensen (illness) has recuperated and is in contention to start Sunday, Messaggero Veneto reported.

Impact Kristensen will return from a one-game absence and will challenge Christian Kabasele, Isaak Toure and Oumar Solet to fill a pair of spots in the back. He has recorded four tackles (three won), three interceptions and 12 clearances in his last four matches.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Torino tilt Kristensen is a late scratch for Sunday's game versus Torino due to a stomach bug, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Kristensen will look to recover for Saturday's away game against Verona. Jaka Bijol (thigh) is back in the XI along with Christian Kabasele and Isaak Toure.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fully available versus Empoli Kristensen (calf) "has reprised being an option," coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Kristensen made a token bench appearance before the break against Atalanta and could resume seeing some minutes in this one, although Isaak Toure, Lautaro Giannetti and Christian Kabasele have been solid. He has been slowed down by multiple injuries this year and will have to take back his previous starting job. He has notched two tackles, seven clerances and one block in three appearances (two starts).

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming back versus Atalanta Kristensen (calf) "is doing better and partially trained with the group in recent days. He'll be with us fully next week," coach Kosta Runjaic informed.

Impact Kristensen slowed down a little in his rehab given the previous announcement and will have a fortnight on his fitness thanks to the upcoming international break. Two among Isaak Toure, Lautaro Giannetti and Christian Kabasele will play next to Jaka Bijol in the back against Atalanta.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eyes return Kristensen (calf) "will resume training fully next week and, if all goes well, he will be selected against Atalanta," coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Kristensen will miss his sixth consecutive match Saturday versus Juventus but should be back for the ensuing one. Jaka Bijol, Christan Kabasele and Lautaro Giannetti are set to start over the weekend since Isaak Toure is suspended.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Kristensen (calf) is out for Friday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Kristensen is not making his return Friday, with the defender missing his fourth straight match due to his calf issues. However, he has been nearing a return, brining confidence he will be an option for the club's next match when facing Venezia on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Cagliari fixture Kristensen (calf) returned to full training earlier this week, but he's not a lock to be available Friday, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Kristensen is inching closer to coming back from a calf strain, but he could be given a few more days to work on his conditioning, also considering the short turnaround. He's a longshot to start even if available.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss MIlan game Kristensen (calf) "isn't ready yet, but we expect him to re-join the group next week," coach Kosta Runjiac announced.

Impact Kristensen will remain sidelined through the international stoppage because of a calf problem, but he's almost out of the woods. Christian Kabasele, Lautaro Giannetti and Isaak Toure will be in contention for two spots next two Jaka Bijol in the back.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing calf injury Kristensen has sustained a soleous strain in his right calf, Udinese announced.

Impact Kristensen wasn't involved over the weekend while awaiting the results of the test. He missed time earlier in the season due to thigh issues. He'll attempt to recover during the upcoming break. Christian Kabasele and Isaak Toure will keep starting versus unless Lautaro Giannetti (thigh) is fit enough.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Inter fixture Kristensen (thigh) wasn't risked altogether in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Inter.

Impact Kristensen wasn't 100 percent and was omitted from the game-day squad list. The defense struggled without him and Lautaro Giannetti (thigh), so his starting job shouldn't be too much in peril once he's fully healthy.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE