JANNIK VESTERGAARD NEWS

Receives 19 minutes of play Vestergaard (undisclosed) appeared off the bench for 19 minutes in Wednesday's 5-2 Carabao Cup loss to Manchester United.

Impact Verstergaard has returned to play after picking up a reoccurrence of his ankle injury around a week ago, earning some time off the bench Wednesday. This is a big boost for the club, with the defender last having played on Aug. 24. He did start in both matches before his injury and will look to reclaim that spot in their next match, likely sending Caleb Okoli back to the bench.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Reoccurrence of previous injury Vestergaard has suffered a reoccurrence of his previous ankle issue and will miss the next few weeks due to the injury, according to manager Steve Cooper. "Jannik had a recurrence...

Impact Vestergaard will be heading back to the sidelines again after picking up an ankle issue already missing out Saturday and likely to miss around another week or two due to the complications. He was a regular starter before his injury, so the club will hope for another clean and quick recovery. Caleb Okoli should continue to replace him in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out of Saturday's squad Vestergaard is not in the squad to face Southampton on Saturday.

Impact Vestergaard is ruled out despite playing both matches for Denmark over the international break. The defender had been dealing with an undisclosed injury that kept him out of action since August prior to the break, so a reoccurrence of the injury or just a game off following a lengthy return could be the culprit.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Switzerland Vestergaard (undisclosed) started during the 2-2 Nations League draw against Switzerland.

Impact After missing the last four matches with an injury, Vestergaard returned to action with the Denmark national team and showed no injury setback. This bodes well for his chances of playing this Saturday against Southampton. However, it is unclear whether he will immediately return to Leicester City's starting lineup, as Wout Faes and Caleb Okoli have started the last few games in the Foxes' back line.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with group Vestergaard (undisclosed) trained Thursday and is questionable for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Steve Cooper. "Jannik started training fully today, s...

Impact Vestergaard has made huge improvements in his health, as the defender returned to group training after missing the club's last three matches due to an undisclosed issue. This does leave him questionable for Saturday's match, likely needing a late fitness test to decide his availability. He did start in their opening two matches of the season before his injury, so he will hope to earn that spot back immediately if an option, although they may leave him on the bench to be cautious following an extended absence.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Out injured Vestergaard is out for Saturday's match against Arsenal due to injury, according to manager Steve Cooper. "With the boys that have been out for a little while, Vestergaard is still...

Impact Vestergaard is set to miss yet another match due to injury, marking his third straight game out. No other update was given, leaving a return date for the defender up in the air. It appears he will most likely eye a return after the international break, with a slight chance of returning to face Bournemouth on Oct. 5 for their last match before the break.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Premier League Vestergaard (calf) was unable to get onto the pitch for Leicester City in the Premier League this season.

Impact In part due to injury, Vestergaard logged just three matches for the senior squad this season, twice in the Carabao Cup and once in the FA Cup. Since joining Foxes from Southampton ahead of the 2021-22 campaign, Vestergaard has struggled for minutes, having logged just 23 total matches for the club. With the demotion to the Championship, it's possible Vestergaard see more opportunities in the starting XI.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for rest of season Vestergaard picked up a calf injury with the U-21 side and will miss the remainder of the season.

Impact Vestergaard did not make an appearance with the senior team this season, totaling eight starts in 13 appearances in all competitions in 2021.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No minutes in last three months Vestergaard made 13 apperances (eight starts) in the season, but did not play in the last three months.

Impact Vertergaard last appearance was in mid-February, playing one minute as a substitute and had previously started in eight of his other 12 appearances. The centerback posted 18 tackles and 44 clearances over that span, with no goals or assists. His status in the squad for the next campaign is unclear for now.

JUNE 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes in Cup match Vestergaard (COVID-19) played 30 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's Cup match against Liverpool.

Impact Vestergaard is healthy again and was forced onto the pitch because of another injury to Caglar Soyuncu on Wednesday. While Vestergaard hasn't started since Oct. 3 in league play, there's a chance that changes in upcoming matches, as Leicester don't have a ton of options at center-back.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leicester confident Europa League game against Napoli will go ahead despite Covid-19 and illness issues Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers has confirmed seven players and three members of staff have not travelled to Italy for Thursdays Europa Leagu...

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • SKY.COM

Out against Napoli Vestergaard is not traveling with Leicester for Thursday's Europa League trip to Napoli, according to team reporter Jordan Blackwell.

Impact Vestergaard is one of seven Leicester players who are not included in the match day squad for the game due to either COVID-19 or other illnesses. He has not featured in the Premier League since Oct. 24, and he will be questionable for Sunday's clash against Newcastle United.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Vestergaard (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Vestergaard is healthy enough to be on the bench Saturday but only as an emergency option. It's a wonder if he lost his starting spot given recent results, as Jonny Evans and Daniel Amartey are starting next to Caglar Soyuncu as part of a back three Saturday.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt against United Vestergaard suffered an undisclosed injury that could force him out of the squad versus Manchester United on Saturday. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "Jannik Vestergaard h...

Impact Fortunately for the Foxes, it appears Jonny Evans (foot) may be an option Saturday and would almost certainly step into the starting XI if Vestergaard can't play. In terms of fantasy production, Vestergaard's absence may only affect those managers in formats that value defensive stats considering he has registered 31 clearances, 13 tackles (10 won) and five interceptions but only three shots (one on target) in six starts this season.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three blocks in loss Vestergaard made three blocks in 61 minutes of Saturday's 1-0 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Vestergaard got the start in this game after overcoming a knee issue but ran out of gas against a tough opponent. He'll hope to be in better shape by Sunday's trip to Brighton, which are tied for the second-fewest shots on goal in the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Vestergaard (knee) in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Vestergaard makes his Leicester City debut in an extremely tough matchup, partnering Caglar Soyuncu in central defense. While the Foxes have a number of players capable of playing center-back, Vestergaard seems likely to get plenty of starts this season.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

May be option Saturday Vestergaard (knee) is "progressing very well" and could be available for Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "That's what we have to ass...

Impact Vestergaard used the break to recover, but Rodgers still didn't seem confident in the defender's ability to start. Even then, it'll be tough to give the newcomer his first start in a huge spot against Manchester City, so it wouldn't be surprising if his team debut was delayed a week or two.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hoping to train next week Vestergaard is hoping to get back in training next week after suffering a knee injury, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact It's been a rough start for Vestergaard at his new club, as he arrived lacking fitness and then picked up this knee injury. Daniel Amartey is expected to continue at center-back until Vestergaard is ready to feature alongside Caglar Soyuncu.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in training Vestergaard suffered an injury in training and isn't an option for Monday's match against West Ham, reports David Ornstein of The Athletic.

Impact Vestergaard wasn't expected to start because of a lack of fitness and now he apparently has an injury. It's a tough start for the new signing, who apparently isn't completely fit upon coming over from Southampton. In his place, Daniel Amartey will continue to start for Leicester.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Southampton agree deal in principle for Torino centre-back Lyanco Southampton have agreed a deal in principle to sign Torino defender Lyanco.The club have ramped up their search for a new defender after Jan...

AUGUST 20, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Willock joins Newcastle, Vestergaard to Leicester in EPL

Newcastle signed Joe Willock from Arsenal for a reported fee of around $35 million after the midfielder spent a successful spell on loan at the northeast club last season

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Transfers to Leicester City Vestergaard joined Leicester City from Southampton on Friday. He's signed a three-year contract with the Foxes.

Impact Vestergaard looks like another smart signing for Leicester, as he scored three goals, made 50 tackles and kept six clean sheets in 30 appearances last season. Given the serious preseason injury suffered by Wesley Fofana, James Justin's torn ACL and an aging Jonny Evans, Vestergaard makes even more sense as he's likely to get plenty of starting changes early in the season alongside Caglar Soyuncu. With Kasper Schmeichel behind him as one of the more consistent goalkeepers in the Premier League, Vestergaard's numbers could look even better if he's able to stay in the lineup throughout the season.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

PREMIER LEAGUE 21-22: Questions facing the outsiders

Away from the Premier League’s title favorites stands a collection of outsiders looking to push into European contention or solidify themselves as established members in the world’...

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wins four aerials in 2-1 defeat Vestergaard had four aerials won, five tackles (two won), two blocked shots and seven clearances in Wednesday's 2-1 extra time defeat to England.

Impact Vestergaard was very busy and delivered a great stat line despite the negative final outcome of the match. The center-back couldn't get much offensively this campaign despite his six shots in as many appearances but was productive defensively with one clean sheet in five starts along with decent numbers in multiple peripheral categories.

JULY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Denmark beats Czechs 2-1 to reach Euro 2020 semifinals

Thomas Delaney and Kasper Dolberg scored a goal each to give Denmark a 2-1 win over the Czech Republic and a spot in the European Championship semifinals

JULY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS