MATTHIJS DE LIGT NEWS

Misses friendly with injury De Ligt was not involved in Friday's club friendly draw with RB Salzburg due to an ankle injury, Bayern announced before the game.

Impact De Ligt has been in-and-out of the lineup for Bayern this season with 12 starts across 21 Bundesliga and UCL games, and he also had a disappointing World Cup with Netherlands as he started the opening match but only made one more garbage time appearance in the Round of 16 afterwards. He will hope to recover from this ankle issue and be fully available for selection by the resumption of league play next week.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

De Ligt 'did not expect' to be starting for Netherlands at World Cup Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt has said he is “okay” with not starting for the Netherlands at the 2022 World Cup because he “expect...

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sees minimal playing time De Ligt was an unused substitute during the final two matches of the World Cup group stage.

Impact De Ligt has always been on the outside looking in for the Dutch national team and despite starting the opener that doesn't appear to have changed. De Ligt wasn't particularly poor during the opening match but was still dropped for Jurrien Timber for each of the final two matches. It would be a surprise to see De Ligt back in the starting XI against team USA in the knockout stage.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Makes bench against Schalke De Ligt is fit and in the match day squad to face Schalke on Saturday.

Impact De Ligt returns from a knee injury that has kept him out of Bayern's previous three matches. The defender starts from the bench, but is available if called upon Saturday.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to travel with teammates De Ligt (knee) will join his teammates for Saturday's trip to Schalke, according to manager Julian Nagelsmann.

Impact De Ligt has missed each of the last three matches but looks likely to make one more appearance before joining the Dutch team ahead of the World Cup. It will be interesting to see how the team shakes out before and after Qatar, as much of the team will be heading with their respective national sides for the next few weeks.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in training De Ligt (knee) was pictured participating in Wednesday's training session ahead of Saturday's match at Schalke.

Impact De Ligt has missed three straight games but looks on track to return by the weekend, just as manager Julian Nagelsmann suggested he could do. Playing for the Netherlands at the World Cup is also on the horizon so De Ligt will do what he can to get fully fit.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Tuesday De Ligt (knee) is still unavailable for Tuesday's match against Werder Bremen, though manager Julian Nagelsmann is "confident" he will be able to return by Saturday's match against...

Impact De Ligt will miss a third straight game due to injury and as the issue appears to be stress-related, there's no way to know extacly when he'll be at his best again. Instead, Benjamin Pavard or Lucas Hernandez and Dayot Upamecano will line up at center-back. With the World Cup getting quite close, De Ligt will be careful with his recovery.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday De Ligt (knee) won't be available for Saturday's match at Hertha Berlin, according to manager Julian Nagelsmann. "Matthijs' knee reacted badly again yesterday (Thursday).

Impact De Ligt strained a ligament in his knee earlier in the week and after missing Tuesday's win over Inter Milan he'll skip at least one more game. Benjamin Pavard could continue as a starter alongside Dayot Upamecano while De Ligt is out and Lucas Hernandez isn't ready to start following his return from injury.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Skipping Inter match De Ligt has been ruled out of Tuesday's match against Inter Milan due to a slight ligament strain in his knee, according to manager Julian Nagelsmann.

Impact De Ligt fortunately doesn't appear to be badly injured but the piling up of matches has taken another victim. Benjamin Pavard could get the start Tuesday while De Ligt is out while Lucas Hernandez (groin) could be back Saturday against Hertha Berlin. The two Frenchman will help give De Ligt some rest with the World Cup growing near.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime De Ligt was forced off at halftime of Saturday's match with Mainz due to a thigh injury.

Impact De Ligt stayed in the locker room at the break after suffering the injury just ahead of halftime. The centerback was replaced by Benjamin Pavard while the extent of injury should be known following the match.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Freiburg De Ligt (hip) is in Bayern's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against SC Freiburg.

Impact De Ligt missed the mid-week Champions League win over Viktoria Plzen with a hip injury, but he has recovered and is back in the lineup from the start alongside Dayot Upamecano in central defense Sunday.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Friday De Ligt (hip) participated in Friday's training session ahead of Sunday's match against Freiburg.

Impact De Ligt missed Wednesday's 4-2 win over Viktoria Plzen with a strained muscle near his hip but looks to be on track to make a quick return. With Lucas Hernandez (groin) still out, De Ligt should have little issue returning to the starting lineup alongside Dayot Upamecano at center-back once the Dutchman is fit.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday De Ligt has been ruled out for Wednesday's match against Viktoria Plzen due to a muscular injury near his hip.

Impact De Ligt failed to play the full 90 for the first time in four starts during Saturday's draw with Borussia Dortmund and it's now been determined he can't play Wednesday altogether. In his absence, Noussair Mazraoui could start alongside Dayot Upamecano at center-back.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on debut De Ligt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 7-0 win over VfL Bochum.

Impact De Ligt made his debut for Munich and netted a goal to pile on the misery for Bochum. Lucas Hernandez still figures to compete for playing time at center-back, but with Alphonso Davies out Hernandez moved over to left-back. De Ligt is a superlative defender at his best, and has the ability to be a contributor on both sides of the ball for the far-and-away best team in the Bundesliga, if he can find consistent playing time De Ligt has immense upside.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting lineup De Ligt (hand) made the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Bochum.

Impact De Ligt had suffered a torn ligament in his hand and evidently it wasn't enough to rule him out of starting. Alphonso Davies isn't even available for this contest and De Ligt will add an extra center-back to the mix.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Has torn ligament in hand De Ligt is unlikely to be available for Sunday's trip to Vfl Bochum after tearing a ligament in his hand, manager Julian Nagelsmann announced Friday.

Impact De Ligt has only played for eight minutes over two games after he was left on the bench for Sunday's win over Wolfsburg. While he continues to fall behind in his fitness, Lucas Hernandez and Dayot Upamecano seem likely to remain the starting pairing at center-back.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains ahead of Super Cup De Ligt trained Monday despite his teammates receiving an off-day after returning from the United States, ahead of Saturday's Super Cup against RB Leipzig.

Impact De Ligt got minutes during a preseason tour to the United States but transferring in the midway through the summer leaves him at a different stage in his recovery. So long as the Cup match goes well, De Ligt should be in a good spot heading into the Aug. 5 opener against Eintracht Frankfurt.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Bayern De Ligt has signed a five-year contract with Bayern Munich after transferring from Juventus, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact De Ligt immediately became a starter alongside experienced heads Giorgio Chiellini and Leonardo Bonucci when he moved from Ajax to Juventus as a much-heralded teenager in 2019, and he helped Juve to the Serie A title in his first season there. Now 22 years old, De Ligt is moving to Germany where he should form a back-three alongside Lucas Hernandez and Dayot Upamecano.

JULY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfer update: Matthijs de Ligt, Paul Pogba and Neymar Sky Sports News' Kaveh Solhekol and Melissa Reddy provide an update on the futures of Matthijs de Ligt, Paul Pogba and Neymar.

JUNE 23, 2022 • SKY.COM

Logs three clearances against Fiorentina De Ligt had one block, one interception and three clearances and won five duels in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact De Ligt had an ordinary showing in the last game of the season, and the opponents scored twice. He has put up three goals, 41 tackles, 35 clearances, 119 clearances and 23 blocks in 37 appearances this season, contributing to 13 clean sheets.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two duels against Lazio De Ligt won one tackle and two duels and had one interception in Monday's 2-2 draw versus Lazio.

Impact De Ligt did not start but subbed in early as Giorgio Chiellini was given a standing ovation after 17 minutes in his final home game with Juventus. He did not have a remarkable showing and his side gave up two goals. He has tallied one goal, one assist, four tackles (three won) and 11 clearances in the last five appearances, with no clean sheets. Juventus will face Fiorentina away Saturday.

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Venezia De Ligt assisted one goal from two chances created, took two shots (one on target), made two tackles (one won), one interception and two clearances in Sunday's 2-1 win over Venezia...

Impact De Ligt assisted Leonardo Bonucci's opener in the seventh minute to give them the early lead and help paving the way for the home win. The centerback has one assist to go with three goals in the season so far. He will now look for a clean sheet when they visit Genoa on Friday.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not dealing with injury De Ligt subbed off in the Bologna match due to stomach problems, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact De Ligt tried to play through the discomfort but he could not finish the game. The situation is unlikely to cost him time. He has posted three interceptions, 11 clearances and one block in the last five matches, scoring once. Juventus will face Sassuolo away next Monday.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Bologna match early De Ligt had four clearances and one interception, won two duels, took one shot on target and subbed off at the 59th minute due to a physical problem in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Juv...

Impact De Ligt did not have a great game as he was caught out of position on the opponent's goal. He came out after attempting a header in the other box and it was unclear where he was hurting. He will soon undergo further evaluations. He was replaced by Leonardo Bonucci, who has not started in a while due to a lingering calf problem.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE