BRENTFORD NEWS

Mathias Jensen - Set for return Jensen (undisclosed) is expected to be an option for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Ajer went off with a broken nose, and Jensen had a mi...

Impact Jensen is set for a return Saturday, as he appears to have recovered from the knock that left him out last week. He is a regular starter for the Bees, so there is a good chance he could find himself back in the starting XI immediately. However, if he is still being slightly affected and is left on the bench, expect Mikkel Damsgaard to get the start in his place again, with Jensen earning time off the bench to test his fitness levels near the end of the match.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Ajer - Should be available Saturday Ajer (face) is likely an option for Saturday's tilt with Bournemouth, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Ajer went off with a broken nose, and Jensen had a minor injury, but both...

Impact Ajer was forced off the field in the club's last match after taking a boot to the face but is now set for a return a week later, as he will wear a mask after being confirmed to have broken his nose. This is great news for the club, as he is a regular starter. That being said, expect him to likely get the start Saturday if an option, although if he is left on the bench, expect Zanka to start in his place.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Norgaard - Makes three interceptions in draw Norgaard had one shot (zero on goal), three interceptions and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Fulham.

Impact Norgaard had a quiet outing, but led Brentford in interceptions during the draw. The midfielder also took one of their seven corner kicks in the match. He logged his second start in a row after returning from the back injury that forced him out for five games.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Reguilon - Sends in 10 crosses versus Fulham Reguilon generated 10 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Fulham. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 67th minute.

Impact Reguilon had a good outing and led Brentford with a season-high 10 crosses, but it wasn't enough to earn the home win. The left-back took six of their seven corner kicks in the match. He also received his seventh yellow card in the campaign, though.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney - Takes two shots in draw Toney had two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Fulham.

Impact Toney had a quiet outing during Brentford's home draw and could not do much on offense. The forward still co-led his side in shots in the match. That was his 10th appearance in a row without scoring, though.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Flekken - Makes three saves in draw Flekken recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Fulham.

Impact Flekken logged his third clean sheet in the last six starts during the match, but Brentford could not win at home. The goalkeeper now has seven clean sheets overall in the season. He will now look to keep things rolling at Bournemouth on Saturday.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Ajer - Takes boot to face Ajer was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Fulham after taking a boot to the face.

Impact Ajer left the match in first half stoppage time after being hit in the face by the foot of Alex Iwobi. The defender left holding his nose and his status for next week's match at Bournemouth is now up in the air.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Jensen - Out with knock Jensen is not in the squad to face Fulham on Saturday after picking up a knock in training.

Impact Jensen suffered the injury in the buildup to the match and while it's been deemed minor, he won't be risked during Saturday's match. The midfielder is replaced in Saturday's XI by Mikkel Damsgaard.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Progressing in rehab Henry (knee) won't return this season but has been progressing in his rehab, and manager Thomas Frank said he's expected back on the grass soon. "[Henry's] progress is going forwar...

Impact The left-back suffered an ACL injury in the 1-0 loss to Newcastle on Sep. 16, 2023, but he's getting closer to a potential return. Henry was the first-choice left-back when available, starting in the five appearances he made during the 2023-24 campaign, and unless Brentford sign a new left-back over the summer, he should maintain that role next season, providing he recovers completely from the injury.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Neal Maupay - Eligible to play again Maupay is eligible to play in Saturday's match against Fulham after being loan-locked against Everton.

Impact Maupay is no longer loan-locked, as he is now an option to be on the team sheet Saturday. However, he will most likely serve off the bench, as he has only started once since March 2, appearing to be in more of a rotational role after seeing a short spell as a regular starter in the middle of the season.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Quiet outing at Everton Mbeumo registered one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Everton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.

Impact Mbeumo played all 90 minutes, but could not do much to help Brentford stat-wise. The forward did received his second yellow card in the season, though. That was his fourth start in a row and seventh appearance since recovering from the ankle issue that forced him out for 13 games.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Jensen - Creates three chances in loss Jensen registered one shot (zero on goal), three chances created, four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Everton.

Impact Jensen had a good offensive performance and led Brentford in crosses and chances created, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The midfielder also took one of their six corner kicks. He logged his seventh start in a row.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Norgaard - Makes three tackles at Everton Norgaard recorded one cross (zero accurate) and three tackles in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Everton.

Impact Norgaard led Brentford in tackles during the match, but couldn't help them avoid the road loss. He was back in the starting XI for the first time since recovering from the back issue that forced him to miss five games and coming off the bench in the previous outing. He was a regular starter before that and had only one appearance as sub during all season.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney - Three shots in return Toney registered three shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Everton.

Impact Toney was back in the starting XI after missing two games with an undisclosed injury. The forward led Brentford in shots as usual, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. That was his 13th start in 14 overall appearances since returning from the eight-month ban, scoring four goals so far.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Flekken - Zero saves in road loss Flekken had no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Everton.

Impact Flekken had a game to forget, making no saves at all four the fifth time in the season and conceding in Everton's lone shot on target. The goalkeeper has only six clean sheets in the campaign, but two in his last five starts. He will now look to bounce back against Fulham on Saturday.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Reguilon is facing another uncertain summer Reguilon has impressed in flashes at both Manchester United and Brentford, but at this stage it still unclear where his future lies...

APRIL 28 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ivan Toney - Starting against Toffees Toney (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact Toney appears to have had a decent training session Friday and passed his testing, as he is not only on the team sheet but starting to face Everton after a two-match absence due to an undisclosed issue. The forward should continue in the starting XI now that he is fit, as he is easily the club's best option at starter and has gotten the start in all but one match he has been available for this campaign.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Frank exclusive interview: Brentford head coach says Bees' tough season is a reminder of football's brutality Brentfords Thomas Frank analyses the Bees tough season, encouraging stats, dealing with the injury pile-up, growing as a result of the adver...

APRIL 26 • SKY.COM

How much will Ivan Toney cost? Thomas Frank suggests striker's transfer fee could go 'through the roof' but denies Brentford have set asking price amid Arsenal & Man Utd target | Goal.com US Brentford boss Thomas Frank has refuted claims that the Bees have set an asking price for Ivan Toney amid interest from Manchester United an...

APRIL 25 • GOAL.COM

Toney making progress in recovery from hip injury Brentford forward Ivan Toney took part and scored in a small-sided game in training on Thursday as he steps up his recovery from a hip injur...

APRIL 25 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Aaron Hickey - Could return this season Hickey (hamstring) could see a return this season, according to manager Thomas Frank. "He's progressing. As he's been out for so long I'm not counting on [him playing this season]...

Impact Hickey has been out since October 28 due to a serious hamstring that was supposed to keep him out for the rest of the season, but there is now confidence that he could return this campaign, as he has been progressing in his rehabilitation. However, it does not seem the club will rush him back after such a long absence, with his status of a return being completely dependent on his training over the rest of the season. He will now continue to train and hope that his return comes this season, possibly securing his status as an option for Euro 2024 with Scotland if he gets back on the field with Brentford.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney - Hopeful for Saturday return Toney (undisclosed) appears to be a game-time call for Saturday's match against Everton, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Ivan is progressing. He is better and qualified, hope h...

Impact Toney could see a return this weekend, as he appears to be recovering well and is in a decent spot after missing last week's match due to an undisclosed issue. The club has one more training session ahead of the contest, with the forward most likely facing testing afterward to determine his availability for the weekend. If he is an option, he will most likely start, as he has started in 12 of his 14 appearances this season, but if he is out, expect Neal Maupay or Yoane Wissa to get the start in his place again.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaly Janelt - Assists in road win Janelt assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 5-1 victory against Luton Town.

Impact Janelt created Kevin Schade's goal in the 86th minute with his third assist in the campaign to give Brentford the 5-0 lead on the road. The midfielder also led his side with a season-high five clearances to help on defense. He's been a regular starter and came off the bench in only one occasion.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Schade - Scores as substitute Schade scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-1 win over Luton Town.

Impact Schade subbed on in the second half and scored in the 86th minute to seal the deal with his second goal in the season. That was his second appearance off bench since recovering from the serious groin injury that forced him out for almost seven months. The midfielder now has seven appearances (four starts) overall.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE