JUAN JESUS NEWS

Contributes to clean sheet against Lecce Jesus created one scoring chance and generated one clearance and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Jesus returned to the XI after one game and didn't need to do much to help his side contain the opponents. He played more than expected this year due to Kim Min-Jae's departure and Natan's struggles. He has featured in 29 matches, posting 53 tackels, 76 clearances and 27 interceptions, with three goals and one clean sheet.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Busy versus Empoli Jesus (back) had five tackles (one won), three interceptions, six successful duels and two clearances in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Empoli.

Impact jesus amassed a sound amount of stats but wasn't particularly impressive and could have done more on the lone goal of the game. He has logged 12 tackles (five won), seven interceptions and 10 clearances in his last five showings, with no clean sheets.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Back after one match Jesus (back) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Empoli.

Impact Jesus returns as expected after missing last week's match against Frosinone through injury. The defender is a locked in starter when fit having made four tackles, three interceptions and five clearances over his last three league starts.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Coming back versus Empoli Jesus (back) went back into full training Thursday, Napoli announced.

Impact Jesus has shaken off a back problem that sidelined him for one fixture and will most likely partner with Leo Ostigard against Empoli on Saturday due to Amir Rrahmani's suspension. He has posted 12 tackles (six won), 13 clearances and six interceptions in his last five showings, scoring once and with no clean sheets.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Absent versus Frosinone Jesus (back) hasn't been called up for Sunday's tilt versus Frosinone, Napoli informed.

Impact Jesus will be sidelined by an ailment and attempt to return next week versus Empoli. Leo Ostigard or Natan will start next to Amir Rrahmani in relief.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Frosinone game Jesus didn't train Saturday due to a back injury, Napoli announced.

Impact Jesus is at serious risk of being sidelined for Sunday's clash with Frosinone given the recency of the problem and the fact that he wasn't able to practice in any capacity. Leo Ostigard and Natan are the next men up in the back.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli players take a knee in public show of support after alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus

Napoli’s players have taken a knee before their Serie A game against Atalanta in a public show of support for teammate Juan Jesus

MARCH 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Juan Jesus says he is 'bitter' about Italian league not punishing Acerbi for alleged racial abuse

Napoli defender Juan Jesus says he has been left feeling “very bitter” and “crestfallen” by the Italian league’s decision not to punish Inter Milan player Francesco Acerbi for an a...

MARCH 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Acerbi won't be penalized for alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus. Napoli calls ruling 'astonishing'

Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi will not face any sanctions for allegedly racially abusing Napoli's Juan Jesus in a Serie A match because there wasn’t enough proof

MARCH 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inter's Acerbi facing investigation over alleged racist abuse of Napoli's Jesus Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi is facing an investigation over an alleged racist remark he made towards Napoli’s Juan Jesus during Su...

MARCH 19 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Inter defender Acerbi sent home from Italy camp. Denies racially abusing Napoli's Juan Jesus

Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi has been sent home from Italy’s training camp after an allegation he racially abused Napoli counterpart Juan Jesus in Sunday’s Serie A match

MARCH 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Levels Inter clash Jesus scored one goal to go with four blocks, two interceptions and one clearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Jesus was pretty dependable in the back and tied the game in the final minutes with a sneaky header on a corner kick. It's his first goal of the season. He has been a regular starter in the second half of the season. He has posted 11 tackles (five won), eight interceptions and 16 clearances in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three tackles against Napoli Jesus won eight duels and one of three tackles and had one interception and three clerances in Friday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Jesus turned in a solid shift, but his team didn't manage to shut down the opponents in this one. He has logged seven tackles (three won), five interceptions and 13 clerances in the last four games, with no clean sheets.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Jesus served a one-game ban in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Jesus will compete with Leo Ostigard and Natan to partner with Amir Rrahmani in the next two games against Barcelona and Cagliari. He has been routinely picked over his younger teammates. He has totaled eight tackles (five won), 13 clearances and one interception in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next game Jesus won three duels, recorded one tackle (zero won) and three clearances and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Jesus had a run-of-the-mill performance and will miss the next game due to yellow-card accumulation. The coach could use Natan or Giovanni Di Lorenzo in the back or use a four-man line, inserting one more attacker.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Jesus registered two tackles (one won), three clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Lazio.

Impact Jesus helped his side keep a clean sheet in Sunday's draw, his second clean sheet of the season, both of which have come in his last four matches. He and his defense did not even allow a single shot on target from Lazio as his side played three at the back for the first time this season. Jesus contributed one tackle, one interception, three clearances and a blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four clearances against Cagliari Jesus (undisclosed) had one tackle (zero won) and four clearances and committed two fouls in Sunday's 2-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Jesus managed to notch another start but wasn't particularly great and his side gave up a cheap goal. He might resume being a substitute with Mario Rui returning and Natan moving back to the middle of the defense. He has played in five of the last six matches, logging seven tackles, 16 clearances, and two blocks, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Jesus (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Jesus is starting as expected after being deemed fit following an early departure in last week's match. The defender takes up a role in the center of Napoli's back four next to Amir Rrahmani.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fine for Cagliari game Jesus (undisclosed) is good to go and could start again on Saturday, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Jesus practiced regularly after leaving the last game a little early, unlike his competitor Leo Ostigard, who dealt with the flu for a couple of days. Whoever is in better shape will join Amir Rrahmani in the back. He has posted six tackles, one interception, and 12 clearances in his last four appearances, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Tuesday Juan Jesus generated four tackles (one won) and one clearance in Tuesday's 2-0 win over SC Braga. He was injured and subbed out in the 73rd minute.

Impact The Brazilian center-back was subbed off midway through the second half due to an apparent injury, but Napoli have not announced whether he will be out for the team's upcoming Serie A contest against Cagliari on Saturday. He should be considered questionable for that matchup, with Leo Ostigard being an option to replace him.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Salernitana Jesus (thigh) didn't play in Saturday's 2-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Jesus was part of the game-day squad list, but Leo Ostigard and Amir Rrahmani got the nod and played the full game. Natan will return from suspension in the next game, likely making him the fourth option in the back. He has logged 11 tackles, four interceptions, and 12 clearances in five starts, with no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Juan Jesus (thigh) is on the bench to face Salernitana on Saturday.

Impact Juan Jesus was slated to return, so his presence on the bench is not surprising, though it remains to be seen if he'll see minutes as the game progresses. Amir Rrahmani and Leo Ostigard will be the starting center-back pairing.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to return versus Salernitana Jesus (thigh) returned to full training Tuesday, Napoli announced.

Impact Jesus reported back to his team after about ten days at a specialized facility and trained with no limitations. He'll resume being an option after missing eight fixtures due to a thigh problem and a small relapse. He's unlikely to start right away, but he'll come in handy with Natan suspended for the next game.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rehabbing away from the team Jesus (thigh) was granted permission to go to the Villa Stuart's clinic in Rome to recuperate, president Aurelio De Laurentiis announced.

Impact Jesus was expected to return from a thigh injury after the break but suffered a relapse and requested to try something different this time. He'll miss at least a few matches, and it's uncertain whether he'll be able to return, as the club didn't disclose the full extent of the new issue. Natan, Amir Rrahmani, and Leo Ostigard will be the defensive choices while he's out.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers setback Jesus (thigh) was limited to therapies on Tuesday after ramping up in practice last week, Napoli announced.

Impact Jesus might have suffered a relapse of his injury and will soon take some tests to assess its severity. He had begun training with the group last week before going backward. Natan would keep starting consistently if he had to miss more time.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE