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MARCH 18, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Available against Spurs Ndidi is fit and in the match day squad to face Tottenham on Saturday.

Impact Ndidi makes the squad after recovering from a muscle strain suffered in January. The midfielder starts from the bench with Nampalys Mendy starting in his place.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be good to go Saturday Ndidi (strain) is expected to return to the pitch for Saturday's match against Tottenham Hotspur after returning to training this week, "He's back in training and hopefully should...

Impact Ndidi suffered a strain on the training ground late last month, however has returned with the squad this week and is projected to be an option to play against the Spurs. He has been the back up to Youri Tielemans and it looks like it will stay like that once he returns.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could train next week Ndidi (strain) will be on the grass Friday and could join team training next week, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact It's a good sign for Ndidi, who may only have to miss one or two league matches. He's struggled to stay healthy and find form this season, which has also kind of coincided with Leicester's overall struggles. Unless he can return quicker than expected, Nampalys Mendy should get at least one more start.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle injury Ndidi will miss "a couple of weeks" with a muscular strain he suffered in training last week, Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers announced after Saturday's draw against Brighton.

Impact Ndidi has a few weeks to recover before Leicester's next Premier League game against Aston Villa on Feb. 4, but Nampalys Mendy could continue to replace him in midfield until he's fit again.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in Carabao Cup rout Ndidi shot twice and created one chance during Tuesday's 3-0 win over Newport City in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Ndidi played 71 minutes during Tuesday's one-sided cup win, his second appearance back from an injury. When fully fit Ndidi is likely to return to the stating XI in nearly every match. Ndidi's last chance for a Premier League start before the World Cup is a Saturday trip to West Ham.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available again Ndidi (hamstring) is set to be available in Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "Wilfred Ndidi has been back training with the squad. Th...

Impact Ndidi comes back after a four-match absence but it remains to be seen if he'll start so soon after a mid-grade muscular injury. Look for Boubakary Soumare to take priority as the defensive-midfielder but Ndidi has started in seven of his eight appearances and will hope to play from kickoff at least once before the World Cup break.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured on pitch Ndidi was pictured back on the grass Wednesday in his return from a hamstring injury.

Impact Ndidi still isn't in full training, which likely means Saturday will come too soon for a return to the starting XI. Leicester have been playing well without him and it's unlikely he'll be pushed immediately back into the squad with Boubakary Soumare taking up his spot in the midfield.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to training Ndidi (hamstring) didn't play in Sunday's 4-0 win over Wolves as a precaution and is set to return to training ahead of Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manag...

Impact Ndidi has been out for four consecutive matches but now looks likely to return before the World Cup. During his absence, Boubakary Soumare has filled in as the defensive-midfielder while making 16 tackles in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Facing multi-week absence Ndidi (hamstring) is expected to miss two-to-three weeks after manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "He came back from international duty with a hamstring strain. He recovered w...

Impact With the condensed schedule, Ndidi could miss up to four matches if he is on the later side of his 2-3 week timeline. With Ndidi out of action, Boubakary Soumare should be in the mix to take his place in the starting XI, especially considering he replaced Ndidi at halftime versus Nottingham Forest on Monday.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Aggravates hamstring Ndidi (hamstring) re-aggravated his hamstring during Monday's 4-0 win over Nottingham Forest, according to manager Brendan Rodgers."He felt his hamstring a little bit. We think he'...

Impact Ndidi withdrew from the Nigerian national team with a hamstring issue and Rodgers was able to confirm that was the injury he aggravated Monday. Ndidi still has a chance to play during Saturday's trip to Bournemouth, though it would be Boubakary Soumare in his place if Ndidi is unable to feature in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Monday Ndidi (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Ndidi remains in the starting XI Monday despite tweaking his hamstring over the break. He remains in the midfield after trying out center-back for a couple games, as Wout Faes is now in the back. No matter, Ndidi doesn't get up the field a ton no matter his position or opponent.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In contention against Forest Ndidi (hamstring) is back in training and could be available versus Nottingham Forest after manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "He's looking really positive and trained this m...

Impact Ndidi has featured in six of the club's seven contests this season. As such, he should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI if deemed fully fit. Even if he does start, Ndidi won't offer much in the way of offensive value outside of defensive stats considering he has managed just two shots (zero on target) and zero crosses while compiling 13 clearances, 13 tackles (12 won) and nine interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Ndidi has suffered a grade-one hamstring tear with Nigeria over the international break, reports Oluwashina Okeleji of BBC.

Impact A grade-one tear isn't the worst thing for Ndidi and there's still a chance he'll be ready for the Oct. 3 match against Nottingham Forest. More information should be made known later in the week, but he has a week to recover following this report. If he can't go, Boubakary Soumare would likely return to the starting XI in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Full 90 in season opener Ndidi started and went the full 90 during Sunday's two-all draw with Brentford.

Impact Ndidi recovered from an ankle injury over the summer and played 60 minutes in a pre-season friendly. The midfielder appeared fully fit for the season opener Sunday, playing 90 minutes and making two tackles in the draw. Ndidi is a nailed-on starter when healthy, though he has struggled for fitness of late.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 7, 2022 • Associated Press

Goes 60 minutes in friendly Ndidi (ankle) played 60 minutes in Saturday's friendly against Preston North End.

Impact It's a positive sign for Ndidi, as he still has two weeks to get up his fitness for the season opener. Assuming all goes well, he should feature in next weekend's friendly and then be ready to start in the Aug. 7 opener. When healthy, he's a regular in the starting XI, something he wasn't last season which resulted in just 18 starts.

JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Preparing for friendly Ndidi (ankle) is listed in the match day roster for Saturday's preseason match against Derby County.

Impact Ndidi looks to be on track for the Aug. 7 match against Brentford, but he'll need to make substantial progress by then in order to be a starter. Should that happen, Ndidi can start competing with Nampalys Mendy and Youri Tielemans for minutes in defensive-midfield.

JULY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to train next week Ndidi suffered an ankle injury following his recent return to training and is hopeful to get on the pitch next week, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact There's a chance Ndidi isn't ready for the start of the season less than three weeks away. He hasn't played since undergoing knee surgery late March and a new ankle injury isn't going to help him get back his fitness. At this point, he's a doubt for the Aug. 7 opener against Brentford.

JULY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss remainder of year Ndidi (knee) will be sidelined for the rest of the 2021-22 campaign. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "Wilfred Ndidi will be out for the season, it's a shame for us but he'l...

Impact The news just confirms what was already being speculated that Ndidi would not be available for the remainder of the year. On the year, Ndidi made 23 appearances for the club in which he tallied one goal on 17 shots (five on target), 71 tackles and 54 clearances. Without Ndidi in the lineup, Nampaly Mendy should continue to feature in the starting XI.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss rest of season Ndidi could miss the rest of the season because of a knee injury, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact It's a tough break for Ndidi, who is set to get a second opinion on the injury this week. No matter the case, it doesn't look like he'll be an option after the break with Nampalys Mendy expected to continue in the starting XI. Ndidi has battled a couple injuries this season, resulting in 19 league appearances (18 starts) with zero goals or assists.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable due to knee problem Ndidi sustained a knee injury in Thursday's Conference League matchup with Rennes and is in doubt versus Brentford on Sunday. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "Wilfred Ndidi...

Impact Ndidi has generated four shots (two on target), 11 tackles (six won) and 11 clearances in his last five outings (four starts). Given his limited offensive upside, Ndidi won't offer much in the way of fantasy value even if he does start against Brentford.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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