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Ramping up fitness Janelt is ramping up fitness as he looks to see the field this week after going unused in the last match, according to manager Keith Andrews. "Vitaly will be a little bit closer no...

Impact Janelt returned to the squad last week after an absence due to injury, but was not ready for play yet, instead going unused the entire 90. However, he has been training and continuing to work on his fitness levels, leaving the midfielder to possibly be an option for time Saturday. That said, the club will likely not want to push him through anything he can't manage, so a start may be held off. Either way, it looks like he should see the field, at least getting a period to test his legs.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Janelt (foot) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against West Ham.

Impact Janelt passed his late fitness assessment after manager Keith Andrews confirmed he was pretty close and that a decision would be made following Friday's session, recovering enough to earn a spot in the squad after making good progress in training following a two-month absence. The midfielder has been a regular starter when fit, but the club opted to manage his return carefully rather than throwing him straight back into the starting role after such a lengthy spell on the sidelines. His return to the XI is expected to follow in the coming fixtures as he builds his fitness back up.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Janelt (foot) is a late call for Saturday's match against West Ham, according to manager Keith Andrews. "Vitaly is pretty close, so we'll make a decision on that tomorrow, but he's...

Impact Janelt has been training a bit, and that has led him to being a late call for Saturday, potentially making the team sheet if he can see a slight boost. He will then face some testing to see if he can play, potentially saved for another match after two months out. He has been a starter when fit, so the true question is whether he could see the start immediately after the long absence if deemed fit.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Back on grass Janelt (foot) has started to train on grass, according to manager Keith Andrews. "They're doing well. I've just walked past all three of them, they've been doing a session separate...

Impact Janelt is back in training this week, although it is still limited, working with a group on injured players on grass. This does give hope that a return is nearing, but he still needs to return to team training, leaving a return date up in the air. The hope will be to recover him for the last few matches of the season, a starting midfielder when he is fit.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Still in need of time Janelt (foot) is hopeful to return this season but is still weeks away, according to manager Keith Andrews. "Vitaly just isn't ready right now, we'll see... we've got five or six w...

Impact Janelt is still working on a return and is not yet an option, with the midfielder seemingly trending towards a return in May. Unfortunately for the club, this continues a rough absence for them, as they have been without a starting midfielder for over a month, trending towards two. More should come in the next few weeks on his status, likely to eye a return near the start of May.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Weeks away from return Janelt (foot) is likely to miss a few more weeks of action, according to manager Keith Andrews. "Vitaly will probably be a bit further away. It's a different type of injury and a d...

Impact Janelt was already likely to miss further time, and that is coming to fruition, as the midfielder is now expected to miss a few more weeks. Unfortunately, this is a rough loss for the club as they lose a starter for more time after already missing the past five games with little follow-up on the stage of his injury. His loss will continue to force a change for the time being, with Jordan Henderson and Mathias Jensen likely to serve as starting defensive midfielders while he is out.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to miss time Janelt suffered a metatarsal injury during the game against Brighton and is set to miss some time to recover, the club announced.

Impact Janelt picked up a metatarsal injury during last week's clash against Brighton and has already begun his rehab process, but he is expected to miss time. This is a major setback for the Bees, as the midfielder has been a steady presence in the engine room all season and his absence now forces a reshuffle in the starting XI, with Yehor Yarmolyuk and Jordan Henderson emerging as the leading candidates to step into his role.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Misses due to injury Janelt (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Burnley due to injury, coach Keith Andrews confirmed to the media.

Impact Janelt won't be available for Saturday's showdown with the Clarets after picking up an injury in the last match against Brighton. The midfielder is set to be evaluated early next week to determine whether he can make it back in time for Tuesday's clash with Bournemouth. In the meantime, Yehor Yarmolyuk steps into the midfield Saturday and is in line to take on an expanded role while Janelt remains on the shelf.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header in win Janelt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 win against Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yello...

Impact Janelt put forth a man of the match performance Saturday as he decisively headed home Brentford's opening goal and cleared a Newcastle shot off of the goal-line in a 3-2 road victory. Across his 90 minutes of play, the holding-midfielder made two tackles (two won), one interception and one block. Janelt was shown a yellow card for the fourth time in his last five league appearances (five starts).

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Notches three crosses Janelt had three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 93rd minute.

Impact Janelt would start in the defensive part of the midfield for a third straight match Sunday, a 10th start in 19 appearances for the midfielder this season. He would record three crosses as his best part of the day, still without a goal contribution in his past three games. He is yet to bag a goal this season, although he does have four assists.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Inks contract extension Janelt signed a contract extension with Brentford until 2030, the club announced. "I'm delighted to get it done. Vitaly is a vital cog. He's so important to the way we play, and he...

Impact Janelt turned professional at RB Leipzig before moving to Bochum and signing for Brentford in October 2020, quickly becoming a key figure in the club's promotion to the Premier League and playing a central role in the play-off run. He established himself as a regular in the top flight, scoring twice against Chelsea in 2022, captaining the side for the first time later that year, and remaining ever-present during the injury-hit 2023/24 campaign, when he was named Players' Player of the Season. Despite missing the end of last season due to heel surgery, Janelt has remained influential this term, featuring regularly and contributing three assists in the last two Premier League games.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Provides new assist in victory Janelt assisted once to go with four crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Sunderland. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd minute.

Impact Janelt's work in midfield directly produced the breakthrough, as he won possession and threaded the through ball that sent Igor Thiago clear for the 30th minute opener. He then stayed disciplined in the double pivot, screening counters and helping Brentford manage the game once they took the lead. His contribution was the type that shifts matches, and he was valuable on set pieces as well, contributing four crosses and four corners to go with his defensive solidity, highlighted by two tackles, two interceptions, and one clearance against the Black Cats.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice Sunday Janelt assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 4-2 win against Everton.

Impact Janelt set up two of his side's four goals Sunday, giving him three assists over his last four matches. He assisted Igor Thiago's opener in the 11th minute, then set up Nathan Collins' header in the 50th minute which took the 2-0 lead. Janelt has really found his stride over the last four matches, totaling three shots (two on target), five chances created, 14 crosses (seven accurate) and nine corners across 360 minutes. He'll look to keep the momentum going Wednesday versus Sunderland.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in victory Janelt assisted once to go with six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minut...

Impact Janelt's direct ball forward setup the first Brentford goal Saturday in what would become a resounding 2-0 road victory over Wolverhampton. In addition to his goal contribution, the midfielder led the Brentford attack with six cross attempts (two accurate) while contributing three tackles (three won), three interceptions and three clearances to the defensive effort. After being limited to eight substitute appearances across Brentford's first 13 league fixtures, Janelt has now been named to the starting XI in three of their last four league matchups.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half Tuesday Janelt played the first half of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Aston Villa.

Impact Janelt returned to action after a heel injury sidelined him to open the campaign. The midfielder has been ramping up his playing time with the reserves and in training and finally returned to a competitive match Tuesday. He should be back in contention for Premier League minutes as soon as a Saturday trip to Fulham.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Janelt (heel) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Chelsea.

Impact Janelt was deemed available for selection earlier in the week, so it's not surprising to see him on the bench. He should add depth in midfield and is likely to become a starter sooner rather than later once he's fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Janelt (heel) is available for selection for Saturday's clash against Chelsea, the club announced.

Impact Janelt is back available for selection after featuring 45 minutes with the reserve team on Tuesday. This is good news for the Bees since he has been an undisputed starter in the midfield last season and will likely claim that spot back in upcoming fixtures after building his competitive fitness gradually.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Features 45 minutes with reserve Janelt (heel) featured 45 minutes for Brentford's reserve team on Tuesday as he continues his rehabilitation from injury.

Impact Janelt missed the beginning of the season due to a heel injury he suffered at the end of last season and has shown positive progress in his recovery after featuring for one half on Tuesday with Brentford's reserve team. This is positive news for Brentford as Janelt was an undisputed starter in the midfield last season and will hope to resume that role once fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to train Janelt (heel) was once again viewed in training, according to his club.

Impact Janelt is still working his way back from a heel injury dating back to last season but has once again been viewed training, with the midfielder out on the pitch Monday. This continues his rehabilitation program and a potential return soon. The club will resume play on Sept. 13 against Chelsea, hoping their midfielder is an option.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Janelt (heel) was back in team training for the first time this week and is progressing well, according to the club.

Impact Janelt suffered a season-ending heel injury that required surgery in March and has resumed team training for the first time this week. This is good news as he is a regular starter when fit and available. That said, his return will probably occur in the coming weeks, meaning Yehor Yarmolyuk will likely keep a larger role until then.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season over after heel surgery Janelt has undergone surgery on his heel and will remain out for the remainder of the season while eyeing a return early next season, according to his club.

Impact Janelt is seeing his campaign end a bit shorter than expected after he underwent surgery on his heel. This comes after he managed the injury most of the season, waiting until a proper time to receive surgery. He will work towards a return early into next season, likely being a close call for the beginning of the campaign. This will force a change for the final few matches of the season, with Yehor Yarmolyuk and Mathias Jensen probable to see expanded roles while Janelt is out.

APRIL 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaly Janelt's own goal gives Bournemouth lead over Brentford | Premier League

MARCH 15, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Scores own goal Sunday Janelt recorded an own goal, two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Janelt opened up the scoring Sunday, however he scored for the wrong team. A Heung-Min Son corner was deflected off him in the 29th minute to give Spurs the 1-0 lead. Outside of that rough moment he played fine on the defensive end, winning three tackles, intercepting one pass and blocking one shot before being subbed off in the 66th minute for Mathias Jensen.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford 0-2 Tottenham: Vitaly Janelt own goal and Pape Sarr counter earn Spurs hard-fought win Report and free match highlights as Heung-min Sons corner forces a Vitaly Janelt own goal before Pape Sarr wrapped up the win late on; Brent...

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • SKY.COM

Vitaly Janelt's own goal gives Tottenham Hotspur lead over Brentford | Premier League

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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