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Makes two clearances in loss Ajer made one tackle (won) and two clearances and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Newcastle.

Impact Ajer couldn't do much to avoid the home loss after Josh DaSilva was sent off early in the first half. The centerback received his third yellow card of the season, though. He will now look for better luck when they visit Norwich on Saturday.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Ajer provided an assist, created one chance and made two tackles (one won), nine clearances, three interceptions and one block during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Arsenal.

Impact Ajer had his hands full on the defensive end, seeing the opposing scoring twice from his sector. But at least the centre back was able to boost his fantasy output with some huge numbers, including a season-high nine clearances, and even was credited with an assist for his side's consolation goal deep into second half's stoppage time. After missing significant time with a hamstring injury, Ajer finally looks at his best form and he will be a decent fantasy pickup for upcoming games, including Saturday's clash against Newcastle.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins eight duels Ajer won eight duels and made two clearances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolves.

Impact Ajer did well behind the ball consistently shutting Wolves down and making some smooth tackles. The defender isn't much of a fantasy play as a center-back, but does tend to get consistent minutes when healthy. Ajer is just returning from a hamstring injury but looked good playing the full 90.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes in friendly Ajer played 65 minutes in a closed-doors friendly Monday, his first minutes following a hamstring injury.

Impact It was good for Ajer to get some minutes after he stayed on the bench in Sunday's match against Villa. He last appeared in the Premier League in October and hasn't started since September. Once back to fitness, he should be back in the XI for Mads Bech Sorensen, and that could be as soon as Jan. 11 against Southampton.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes match day squad Ajer is in the match day squad to face Aston Villa on Sunday.

Impact Ajer has missed multiple months with a hamstring injury but has recovered in time to be a part of Sunday's squad. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edging closer to return Ajer (hamstring) has been training and could be in the squad as soon as Sunday's match against Aston Villa, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Ajer has been out for a couple months already and will take things slow in order not to suffer a recurrence. For now, his best bet is to be on the bench Sunday against Villa and then be in line to start following the winter break.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still 3-4 weeks away Ajer (hamstring) is doing well and is still three-to-four weeks away, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Ajer has been out for just over a month, so this timeline hasn't changed since the injury. He'll hope to return at some point near the holidays, but as with any hamstring injury, it's best to assume he'll return later than expected.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Facing long-term absence Ajer (hamstring) is expected to be sidelined until at least mid-December with manager Thomas Frank telling reporters, "Kris Ajer has a hamstring injury. We are probably speaking ab...

Impact Ajer has played just once in the club's last four matches due to his lingering hamstring problem. Instead of trying to manage the issue, the team is poised to simply shut the defender down until he is back to 100 percent. Once given the all-clear, Ajer should be a near-lock to reclaim his spot in central defense where he figures to rack up plenty of defensive stats.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In contention against Chelsea Ajer (hamstring) is available to play in Saturday's clash with Chelsea. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "Kristoffer Ajer and Vitaly Janelt (thigh) should be available."

Impact Ajer started all six of the club's matches prior to getting hurt, meaning he should be a near-lock to feature Saturday as well. In those contests, the central defender registered 21 clearances, seven interceptions and seven tackles (four won) but just one shot (off target).

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad Sunday Ajer is not in the match day squad to face West Ham on Sunday after suffering a muscle injury last weekend, according to local media outlet vg.

Impact Ajer will not take part in the match after he failed to make the squad on Sunday. He apparently suffered a muscle injury last weekend, something that wasn't disclosed by the team and it's enough to keep him out for his national team, as well. Zanka is getting the start instead against West Ham.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two clearances Ajer made two clearances, attempted one shot off target, registered one tackle and added one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw between Brentford and Crystal Palace.

Impact Ajer left the season opener with an ankle problem, but he didn't have problems completing the full 90 this time around. The Norway international has recorded back-to-back two-clearance games to begin the season but hasn't provided much value across the board stat-wise.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stays in starting XI Ajer (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Ajer is healthy enough to make the starting XI Saturday after coming off early in the opener with a minor ankle issue. When healthy, he's a starter on the back line and as long as that's the case, he should be set for some full 90s going forward.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Ajer (ankle) was pictured in training Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace.

Impact It looks like Ajer's ankle issue was minor and he'll be ready to start again Saturday. It didn't look serious at the time of injury and his substitution was likely more of a precaution. Still, if he's not ready to start in two days, Mads Bech Sorensen would get the call on the back line.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in debut Ajer had to leave in the 71st minute of Friday's opener against Arsenal with a possible ankle injury.

Impact Ajer was having a great debut for Brentford, keeping Arsenal out of net for the first 70 minutes Friday. It didn't seem like an overly serious issue, but he'll have to be monitored ahead of the next match. If he can't go, Mads Bech Sorensen would likely move back into the XI.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford sign Kristoffer Ajer from Celtic on five-year deal Brentford have signed Celtic defender Kristoffer Ajer on a five-year contract.Ajer, 23, joins the west London club for an undisclosed fee af...

JULY 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Signs with Brentford Ajer transferred to Brentford from Celtic on Wednesday. He's committed to a five-year contract with the Bees.

Impact Ajer is another Scandinavian addition to a team built around finding value from that region as names up and down the roster hail from Northern Europe. Given his wealth of professional experience and role in Celtic's three consecutive treble-winning seasons between 2017 and 2020, Ajer's abilities are certainly proven as he makes his jump to the Premier League. In a team that often played with a back-three last season, Ajer could find a place in the starting lineup from day one in England.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid interested in Celtic’s Kristoffer Ajer Kristoffer Ajer is the latest player to be linked with a move to Real Madrid. The Celtic centre-back has been considered one of the brightes...

MAY 23, 2020 • YARDBARKER.COM

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