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Moves to Atalanta Kristensen is heading to Atalanta on loan with a conditional obligation to buy from Udinese.

Impact Kristensen joins shortly after the departure of Berat Djimsiti after three solid seasons at Udinese. He contributed to nine clean sheets in 28 tilts in the most recent one, tallying 26 tackles, 25 interceptions and 198 clearances. He'll tussle for minutes with Odilon Kossounou and Sead Kolasinac while Isak Hien (knee) is on the shelf, while Udinese will turn to Nicolo Bertola, Branimir Mlacic and Matteo Palma.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers in Cremonese bout Kristensen drew one foul and registered 11 clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Cremonese.

Impact Kristesen tallied double-digit clearances for the first time in seven matches, but he didn't pick up many other stats, and his team allowed one goal. He has helped secure two clean sheets in the last five rounds, scoring once and registering there tackles (all won), five interceptions and three blocks over that span. He's averaging 7.2 clearances per match.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight clearances in Cagliari match Kristensen generated eight clearances, two blocks and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Cagliari.

Impact Kristensen was on point defensively, as Cagliari managed to secure yet another clean sheet. He has contributed to five in the last seven rounds, recording seven tackles (five won), five interceptions and six blocks over that span. He has tallied at least one clearance in every game, averaging 7.1 per contest.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Saturday Kristensen scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Torino.

Impact Kristensen doubled the lead in the 51st minute, heading home Lennon Miller's corner for his third goal of the campaign. He also contributed defensively with five clearances and completed 33 passes. He has now tallied 21 clearances, six interceptions and six tackles across his last four appearances.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli held 0-0 at Champions League-chasing Como in Serie A

Defending champion Napoli was held to a 0-0 draw at Champions League-chasing Como in a result that could help Inter Milan clinch the Serie A title

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Wins two tackles versus Lazio Kristensen (head/neck) had two interceptions, one clearance and one cross (zero accurate) and won two of two tackles in Monday's 3-3 draw with Lazio.

Impact Kristensen experienced no ill effects after bowing out a little early last week and had an okay showing in a so-so day for the Udinese defense. He has notched at least one tackle and one interception in the last three fixtures, assigning six of each (five won) and maintaining his season-long streak of games with one or more clearances.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Monday Kristensen (neck) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Lazio.

Impact Kristensen was already deemed fit for Monday and is earning time immediately, as the defender finds the starting XI. He continues to be a regular starter and should remain in this role to end the season, only missing two starts when fit and earning seven clean sheets in 24 appearances.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Lazio fixture Kristensen (head/neck) has been cleared and has been spotted in training after the last game, Messaggero Veneto reported.

Impact Kristensen hurt his neck more than his head in the last round, but avoided serious issues and should be able to continue starting. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last five matches, registering 35 clearances, five interceptions and five tackles (three won).

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves late in Parma tilt Kristensen had five clearances, one tackle (one won) and one interception before departing Saturday's 1-0 loss to Parma at the 81st minute due to a possible head or neck injury, La...

Impact Kristensen had a routine showing in the back and stayed down for a couple of minutes after an awkward fall and was helped off while icing the back of his head and his upper neck area. He'll need to be assessed before next Monday's away clash with Lazio. Branimir Mlacin substituted for him.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Milan fixture Kristensen registered nine clearances, three interceptions and two blocks and won two of three tackles in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Milan.

Impact Kristensen got the job done in the back, as Udinese staved off multiple waves of offense throughout the game. He has recorded multiple clearances in every contest so far, averaging 7.5 per match. He has contributed to three clean sheets in a row and has notched four tackles (two won), four interceptions and five blocks in the last five rounds, scoring once.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Muted showing in Como match Kristensen (thigh) had two clearances, committed one foul and was booked in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Como.

Impact Kristensen contributed to the clean sheet, as the Udinese defense was on point against a high-wattage offense, but he didn't pick up many stats. He has logged multiple clearances in every appearance so far, averaging 7.5 per game. He has helped blank the opponents three times in the last five rounds, registering two tackles (one won), one interception and three blocks in the process.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in defense Kristensen (thigh) is in the starting XI for Monday's clash against Como.

Impact Kristensen shook off the thigh issue he picked up during a friendly about a week ago in time to earn a starting role, edging out Nicolo Bertola in what had been a neck-and-neck battle for the spot. The defender had resumed training regularly ahead of the fixture, and his consistent form before the setback made a strong case for his inclusion. He has registered six or more clearances in four straight matches, racking up 39 during that stretch alongside one goal, two clean sheets, three blocks and two tackles.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be fine for Como clash Kristensen (thigh) has resumed training regularly and is set to be at least an option for Monday's game versus Como, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Kristensen picked up an ailment during a friendly about a week ago, but has been able to shake it off in a hurry and will be neck-and-neck with Nicolo Bertola to start. He has registered six or more clearances in four straight matches, racking up 39, scoring once, contributing to two clean sheets and posting three blocks and two tackles (one won) during that stretch.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular injury Kristensen "picked up a thigh issue during a friendly, but it's not too serious. He's day-to-day, and we hope he'll be an option against Como on Monday already," director Gokhan In...

Impact Kristensen bowed out early during a scrimmage late last week, but the exams ruled out a lesion or other severe problems. He'll be a late call for the next match. If he wasn't ready to start, Nicolo Bertola would likely return to the XI after dealing with a physical problem of his own in recent weeks.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Piles up stats in Juventus bout Kristensen generated 11 clearances, one block and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Juventus.

Impact Kristensen didn't have a particularly great showing but filled the stat sheet as Udinese were under intense pressure for long stretches. He has logged at least one clearance in every showing so far, averaging 7.6 per game. He has helped secure one clean sheet in the last six fixtures, posting five tackles (three won), five interceptions and four blocks, and scoring once.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on lone shot Kristensen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Atalanta.

Impact Kristensen found the back of the net just before halftime to give his side an early lead but ultimately wasn't a bigger factor in the offense. He'll likely be more focused on the defensive side of the pitch in the next match against Juventus, a team which has 50 goals in Serie A play this season.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Posts six clearances versus Inter Kristensen won one of one tackles and had six clearances, one interception and one off-target shot in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Kristensen was under intense pressure for most of the contest, which allowed him to pile up stats, and the Udinese rearguard limited the damage all things considered. He has tallied five or more clearances in six straight showings, totaling 38, adding eight tackles (four won), six interceptions and four blocks and contributing to one clean sheet over that span.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in loss Kristensen made seven clearances and two interceptions during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Como.

Impact Kristensen turned in another assertive display, anchoring the back line with constant defensive volume as he racked up clearances and read danger well in a match where Udinese spent long stretches under pressure. He looked sharp physically and mentally, an encouraging continuation of the form he has shown since returning from the thigh injury that kept him out for two months, with this now marking his fourth strong outing in as many starts and reinforcing his growing fantasy appeal as a high-floor defender when fit.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Napoli held 0-0 at Champions League-chasing Como in Serie A