FRANK ONYEKA NEWS

Signs new Brentford deal Onyeka signed a new, four-year deal with Brentford, keeping him at the club until 2027.

Impact Onyeka has hadn't a major role in his two seasons with the club, but he's still a valuable bench piece and probably would've seen more pitch time last season if it weren't for injury. More starts may be in his future, but he has just 20 combined over the last two campaigns since joining from Midtjylland.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Positive update on injury Onyeka (leg) should be ready for the start of the Premier League season after being forced to subbed off during Saturday's 0-0 preseason draw versus Lillie, according to manager Th...

Impact Onyeka suffered from a leg cramp that forced him off Saturday, however looks to be that it is not too serious and should be available for the opening of the Premier League season against Tottenham on Aug 13. He is expected to have another bench role, making only eight starts in 21 appearances during the 2022/23 campaign, recording just two assists in that span.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers two assists in 2022-23 Onyeka recorded two assists, nine shots (four on target), seven chances created, 20 tackles, 16 clearances, 10 interceptions and three blocked shots across 21 appearances (eight st...

Impact The Nigeria international logged 12 starts during Brentford's debut in the Premier League last season, but he had a reduced role in this past campaign despite playing more than 50 percent of the games. Onyeka can certainly hold his own as a defensive midfielder in the Premier League, but he seems set for another season as a backup with The Bees given the team's depth in the position.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Onyeka assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Onyeka was credited with an assist in Josh Dasilva's goal late in the second half, but he simply set up the play, as the former Arsenal prospect was full responsible for the strike. Onyeka is a bruising defensive midfielder, and as such, he doesn't carry a lot of fantasy upside even if he has assists and shots from time to time.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Wolves Onyeka (hamstring) is in Brentford's match day squad to face Wolverhampton on Saturday.

Impact Onyeka is available Saturday for the first time in exactly one month after recovering from a hamstring injury. He could see some playing time off the bench in midfield against Wolves.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Newcastle Onyeka (hamstring) will remain sidelined for the clash against Newcastle United this weekend, Brentford manager Thomas Frank confirmed Thursday.

Impact Onyeka will miss another match Saturday with what Frank described earlier this week as "a minor, minor injury" to his hamstring. Onyeka has made just two appearances off the bench for Brentford in 2023.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Onyeka will miss Wednesday's clash against Manchester United with what Brentford manager Thomas Frank called Monday "a minor, minor injury" to his hamstring.

Impact Onyeka has been limited to just two Premier League appearances off the bench since the World Cup break due to a few hamstring issues. Frank is convinced this new injury is minor, but it might be a continuation of what has been plaguing Onyeka since late December.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Onyeka (hamstring) is fit and available to feature against Fulham on Monday, Brentford manager Thomas Frank confirmed in his press conference Friday.

Impact Onyeka has recovered from a hamstring injury he suffered during the World Cup break, and should be in the match day squad for the first time since November on Monday. He had only started four of Brentford's 15 Premier League games in midfield this season prior to his injury.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting March return Onyeka (hamstring) could be available versus Fulham on March 6, ruling him out for the club's next two matches.

Impact Onyeka will have missed nine matches due to his hamstring injury if he is cleared to face Fulham. As a result, the midfielder may have to settle for a spot on the bench the first time out in order to ease his way back to 100 percent. Still, once given the all-clear, Onyeka should be in contention for a place in the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Arsenal Onyeka (hamstring) has been in full training with Brentford this week but is "just too short to be involved" in Saturday's clash against Arsenal, manager Thomas Frank said Friday.

Impact Onyeka has not played since before the World Cup, though he is very close to being able to return. He will hope to be fit enough to be available for next weekend's Crystal Palace match.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with squad Onyeka (hamstring) has resumed first-team training but won't be ready to play against Southampton on Saturday. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "It's still too soon, but they a...

Impact Onyeka will be shelved for his sixth straight match, having last featured versus Manchester City on Nov. 12. On the year, the midfielder has made just four starts in 12 appearances, in which he recorded one assist, 13 tackles (nine won) and seven clearances.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still weeks from returning Onyeka (hamstring) is still weeks from getting back onto the pitch with manager Thomas Frank telling reporters Friday, "Onyeka is still a few weeks from potentially being involved...

Impact Oneyka has missed all three matches coming out of the World Cup break and now seems set to miss at least another two, if not more, before being cleared to play. On the year, the midfielder has started just four of his 12 appearances, so he shouldn't be expected to feature prominently in the starting XI even once deemed fit.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Liverpool Onyeka (hamstring) is not in Brentford's match day squad for Monday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Onyeka will miss a third game Monday due to a hamstring injury. Christian Norgaard, Mathias Jensen and Vitaly Janelt are the starting midfield trio against Liverpool.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Onyeka will be unavailable versus West Ham United on Friday after sustaining a hamstring injury. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "Frank [Onyeka] won't play - he's got a hamstr...

Impact Onyeka missed the club's mid-week clash with Spurs due to his hamstring problem and will now be sidelined for a second straight contest. The manager didn't provide a timeline for Onyeka's return, so the midfielder should probably be considered a doubt to face Liverpool on Monday given the quick turnaround.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toney pushes England case in Brentford win over Brighton

Striker Ivan Toney has sent a World Cup message to England boss Gareth Southgate by firing Brentford to a 2-0 win over Brighton in the Premier League

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists in first XI start Onyeka logged one assist on one chance created and added one off-target shot during Friday's 2-0 victory over Brighton.

Impact This was a nice showing for Onyeka, who was in the starting XI after appearing in relief during his squad's last outing. He made the most of the opportunity, delivering a neat assist to Ivan Toney in the 27th minute to help put his team on the board. He was relieved for a fresh set of legs in Shandon Baptiste during the 71st and has now appeared in seven matches this season.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in season finale Onyeka was cleared to play, but was an unused sub during their 2-1 loss to Leeds in the season finale.

Impact Onyeka recovered from an ankle injury, but stayed on bench in the season finale. The midfielder wasn't much of a factor in the second half of 2021-22, playing in only four games (two as a starter) since the turn of the year. The midfielder finished with no goals or assists, but made 25 tackles, 14 interceptions and 13 clearances in 20 appearances (12 starts).

MAY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option on final day Onyeka (ankle) is training and has a chance for Sunday's finale against Leeds United, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Onyeka hasn't been an option since March, so it's good to see that he's back in training and could be an option again even if he may not play Sunday. He got a bit more run earlier in the season, but injuries derailed his season and he's struggled to get back into the squad in the second half.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training with physios Onyeka (ankle) is training with the physios but is a doubt to play again this season, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Onyeka has been out almost two months with this ankle injury and in order to return, he'd likely need a couple weeks of full training to get back his fitness. With just three weeks to go in the season, there's no reason to expect him back on the pitch.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely done for season Onyeka (ankle) will likely remain sidelined for the remainder of the 2021-22 campaign. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "Frank Onyeka has an ankle ligament injury. That could b...

Impact Onyeka has already been out of the squad for the club's last three contests with no clear sign of improvement. Even when healthy, the midfielder has struggled to break into the starting XI, so his absence is unlikely to affect most fantasy player.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with ankle problem Oneyka is set to miss 1-2 weeks with an ankle injury according to manager Thomas Frank, Jay Harris of The Athletic reports.

Impact Oneyka was an unused substitute in four of the team's six matches in the lead-up to the international break and logged just 32 minutes off the bench in two contests. Given his lack of opportunities, the midfielder figures to be a relative non-factor in fantasy contests even once cleared to play.

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Brentford Onyeka (AFCON) stayed on the bench in Saturday's FA Cup loss.

Impact Onyeka is again an option for Brentford, but his playing time could be limited going forward despite getting two starts before leaving. When everyone is healthy, he's been on the bench and the recent return of Josh Dasilva could limit Onyeka's minutes even more.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads out for AFCON Onyeka will join Nigeria for the upcoming African Cup of Nations and miss the team's next three league matches, at a minimum.

Impact Onyeka started the last two matches for Brentford prior to leaving and his depth will be missed in January. He's been a solid addition to the team after coming over in the summer, already with 11 starts from 17 appearances, playing as more a defensive midfielder with 13 shots and four chances created.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Foden earns City 1-0 win at Brentford, 8-point lead in EPL

Phil Foden marked his return to Manchester City’s starting team with a goal that sent the champions into the new year with an eight-point lead in the Premier League

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brentford victory extends Everton winless run to 7 games

Ivan Toney gave Brentford a 1-0 victory over Everton that extended the winless run for Rafa Benitez’s side to seven matches

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS