MIKKEL DAMSGAARD NEWS

Pictured in training Damsgaard (groin) was pictured in training Tuesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Newcastle.

Impact Damsgaard has missed the last two matches with a groin injury, but it looks like he's feeling better and should be an option to play out of the break. While he isn't getting the minutes he would like, they should come eventually as the matches ramp up. For now, he's often the first midfielder off the bench and can be used in the front three when needed, as well.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers groin injury Damsgaard will be out of action versus Bournemouth on Saturday after sustaining an adductor injury, per Jay Harris of The Athletic.

Impact Damsgaard has featured exclusively off the bench this season and was left out of the squad entirely versus Crystal Palace on Saturday. As such, the midfielder's absence is unlikely to significantly impact the starting XI. Still, with Damsgaard sidelined, Frank Onyeka could see some added minutes off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in debut EPL season Damsgaard didn't register a single goal or assist across 26 appearances (nine starts) for Brentford during the 2022-23 season. He racked up 12 shots (six on target), 11 chances cre...

Impact The Denmark international struggled to make an impact in his first season with the Bees after a 2021-22 season where he also failed to score while playing for Sampdoria in the Serie A. The young attacking midfielder has loads of potential, but he didn't take advantage of his chances throughout the year. He's likely to have a backup role during the 2023-24 campaign, especially considering Brentford will likely strengthen their attacking depth during the summer transfer window.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Damsgaard made a clearance, an interception and took two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Damsgaard made his first start in five games on Saturday after previously making the XI five times out of six from the start of March through early April. He's taken four shots (two on target) and created four chances across his 10 Premier League appearances in total during that span.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game in start Damsgaard made a block and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Everton.

Impact Damsgaard started his third Premier League game of the season on Saturday, but he wasn't very effective from the left wing as his side slumped to a defeat against Everton. He lined up in midfield against Fulham last weekend and was slightly more productive defensively in that game.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup 2022 Group D Team Guides: Denmark

Denmark will rally around Christian Eriksen and Co. at the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Denmark's Damsgaard goes from World Cup joy to penalty pain

Mikkel Damsgaard went into Brentford’s English League Cup match against Gillingham on a high after being called up to play at a World Cup for the first time but the Denmark playmak...

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Two shots on target in draw Damsgaard placed two shots on target, executed two crosses (one accurate), one clearance and a tackle in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Bournemouth. He was subbed after 61 for Joshua Das...

Impact Damsgaard was one of Brentford's more dangerous players on Saturday, shooting and setting up opportunities for his teammates. His early shot in the game was one of Brentford's best scoring chances. The Danish midfielder has just joined Brentford in August from Sampdoria but he looks like a player that will establish himself to be an active fantasy scorer in defensive moves, assists and goals. From five appearances he has made one start.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford sign Mikkel Damsgaard from Sampdoria Brentford have completed the signing of Mikkel Damsgaard from Sampdoria for a fee of around €12million (£10.1m/$12.3m). Damsgaard, 22, has s...

AUGUST 10, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Transfers to Brentford Damsgaard has signed a five-year contract with Brentford after transferring from Sampdoria, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Damsgaard's production trailed off a bit last season, but he tallied two goals and four assists across 35 Serie A appearances (18 starts) as a 20-year-old in his first campaign with Sampdoria, which also lead into a solid showing for Denmark at Euro 2020. Now 22, he is joining Brentford as a quasi-replacement for his compatriot Christian Eriksen, and he can play in attacking midfield or on the left wing.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Spared for Coppa Italia game Damsgaard wasn't called up for Friday's cup match versus Reggina as he's in advanced talks to join Brentford, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Damsgaard missed most of last season due to a tricky knee injury, but he fully recovered and regularly played in the friendlies up until a few days ago when Brentford tabled a considerable bid to acquire him. It remains to be seen whether the deal will go through before the opener or if he will continue to be preserved otherwise.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in Inter game Damsgaard had 12 touches, took one off-target shot and drew one foul in 28 minutes in last Sunday's 0-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Damsgaard re-joined the rotation late in the season after a lengthy rehab from a knee problem, but his performances were not great. He will look to get fully back in the thick of it during the summer. He notched 11 shots (three on target), 11 chances, five crosses (one accurate) and 27 tackles in 11 appearances (six starts) in the recent season.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays little versus Verona Damsgaard (knee) logged four minutes in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Verona.

Impact Damsgaard saw limited action in his return from an extended absence due to a major knee problem. His minutes should trend in the right direction in the upcoming matches, although he will probably continue to be handled with care given the time off. Sampdoria will face Verona away Saturday.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Salernitana Damsgaard (knee) will make the squad list for Saturday's home game versus Salernitana, coach Marco Giampaolo announced.

Impact Damsgaard has been practicing regularly for the last couple of weeks after rehabbing abroad and is ready to see some action, although he will be brought along slowly. He could eat at Abdelhamid Sabiri and Stefano Sensi's playing time. He tallied ten shots, nine chances and five crosses in seven appearances before dealing with rheumatoid arthritis.

APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return soon Damsgaard (knee) has recovered from his injury and will be back in Italy shortly to be assessed by the new coaching staff, his agent told Il Secolo XIX.

Impact Damsgaard has been absent for months, but he has been practicing regularly on his own for a few weeks. He will probably need some more ramp-up, but he might get back on the pitch sooner rather than later. The agent clarified that, after some delays and concerns, the doctors eventually identified that he was dealing with a rare form of arthritis in his knee and that it got better after special treatments.

MARCH 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No timetable to return Damsgaard is again dealing with inflammation in his right knee and has not returned to Italy, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact Damsgaard might head back in the near future, but only for specialistic visits and decide what route to take in the rehab, as his knee is not improving. The club fears he might not be able to return this season. They signed Vladyslav Supryaha and Abdelhamid Sabiri to replenish their attack in January.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still ways away Damsgaard (knee) is rehabbing in Denmark and will have a further check-up in the second half of January, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Damsgaard has been on the mend since early October, originally with a thigh strain, but then he developed an infection on his knee that required a scope to clean it up. He has not been cleared to practice yet and will therefore sit out a few more games. Sampdoria have used Morten Thorsby, Valerio Verre and Kristoffer Askildsen to replace him in recent matches.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes knee surgery Damsgaard went under the knife to clean up the right knee, Sampdoria announced.

Impact Damsgaard has been on the mend since the second break due to a thigh strain, but he recently suffered also a knee problem that forced him to have the operation. He is tentatively expected to be sidelined for a month, therefore he should miss at least the next three matches. Since Valerio Verre and Mohammed Ihattaren are also unavailable, Sampdoria tilted their scheme to make it more defensive in recent games and that could be the case going forward.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with second injury Damsgaard spent a few at a local clinic because of a high fever likely caused by a right-knee infection, Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Damsgaard had begun working on the pitch to complete the rehab from a thigh strain before the new problem. He is feeling better now, but he will take further tests on the joint to assess the injury. He will remain sidelined for Sunday's game versus Bologna and is not a lock to be able to recover during the third international break.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing strain Damsgaard is recovering from a thigh strain and will return against Bologna on November 7th at the earliest, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Damsgaard suffered the injury during the second international break and is at risk of remaining sidelined until the next one, since the injury usually takes three-to-four weeks to heal. The coach opted for a tactical change in the last game to make up for his absence. However, with Morten Thorsby suspended for Spezia, he could go back to the previous scheme and trust Valerio Verre.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Cagliari match Damsgaard suffered a left thigh problem that will sideline him for at least Sunday's game versus Cagliari, Sampdoria announced.

Impact Damsgaard picked up the issue during the last Denmark game. Sampdoria will further evaluate him next week. Fabio Depaoli and Valerio Verre will be options to replace him. The latter offers more fantasy upside but has just missed some time due to injury.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured during internationals Damsgaard was subbed out of Tuesday's World Cup qualifier with Denmark in the 44th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact It is unclear whether Damsgaard will be forced to miss additional game time due to his potential injury. Sampdoria faces off against Cagliari in Serie A on Sunday.

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins ten duels versus Napoli Damsgaard sent in two crosses, won three of five tackles and ten duels and had four successful take-ons in Thursday's 0-4 loss to Napoli.

Impact Damsgaard had a rather physical performance and often successfully zoomed past defenders, but he did not pick up a lot of stats in the key categories. He has tallied ten shots, eight chances created and five crosses and he is still looking for his first goal. Sampdoria will face Juventus away Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Inter Damsgaard took two shots (one on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate), created three scoring chances and won four duels in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Inter.

Impact Damsgaard had a much better performance compared to the first two rounds, co-led his team in chances and had a strong attempt cleared by an opponent as it was approaching the goal line. He Has has tallied six shots, seven chances created and seven tackles in three matches. Sampdoria will face Empoli away next Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subpar against Milan Damsgaard took two off-target shots, created two scoring chances, won eight duels and was dispossessed eight times in Monday's 0-1 loss to Milan.

Impact Damsgaard had a couple of good plays but he was not really dangerous in his limited shots. He is facing little competition this season since they shipped off Jakub Jankto. His numbers are likely bound to improve, considering also what he was able to do in the Euro. Sampdoria will visit Sassuolo Sunday.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE