MORTEN THORSBY NEWS

Assist in start Thorsby assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact After concluding April with a goal-scoring performance, Thornsby continued to be part of Genoa's starting XI, a decision that is already turning out well. Just two games into May, he has added an assist to his statistical output.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in start Thorsby scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Thorsby picked up his first start in his last six appearances and made the most of the opportunity as he buried his second goal of the campaign. He also registered a season-high two shots and two shots on target. On the defensive end, he tied his season-high with two tackles won.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one tackle in Salernitana match Thorsby (calf) had one interception, won one of one tackle, drew one foul, and committed two in 19 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Thorsby got some run off the bench but didn't fill it up. He might get the against Lecce at home Sunday due to Morten Frendrup and Milan Badelj's suspensions. He has logged three tackles (two won), three crosses (one accurate), and two key passes in his last five showings.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Salernitana Thorsby (calf) "returned to full training in the last couple of weeks and will be on the bench Sunday," coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Thorsby is healthy after sitting out the past two matches and will resume providing depth in the midfield. He wasn't used in four of the last eight matches. He was an option four, recording three shots (one on target), three crosses (one accurate), and two tackles (one one) in the others.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Torino Thorsby (calf) will remain unavailable for Saturday's game versus Torino.

Impact Thorsby will sit his second consecutive game because of a calf problem. Kevin Strootman is returning after an illness, joining Milan Badelj, Morten Frendrup, Ruslan Malinovskyi, and Berkan Kutlu at the position.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up calf injury Thorsby will be unavailable Friday versus Bologna due to a calf problem, coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Thorsby is undergoing some tests after getting hurt in training late in the week. He's usually one of their top backups in the midfield. Kevin Strootman, Ruslan Malinovskyi, and Berkan Kutlu will absorb his limited playing time.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in win Thorsby scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Thursday's 4-1 victory over Roma.

Impact Thorsby did not start Thursday but played the majority of the match after replacing Milan Badelj in the 11th minute due to an injury. He made the most of the opportunity and recorded his first assist of the season in the 45th minute, then scored his first goal of the season in the 74th minute. Depending on the severity of Badelj's injury, Thorsby could see more playing time in the near future.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Serie A Thorsby has joined Genoa on loan with conditioned obligation to buy from Union Berlin, the team announced.

Impact Thorsby quickly returns to Italy after a season in Germany where didn't have much success, tallying one goal, one assist, ten chances created, and 33 tackles in 32 appearances (12 starts). He scored three times and provided one helper, on top of diligently taking care of the dirty work in the midfield, in the previous two campaigns with Sampdoria.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited role in Germany Thorsby made 24 appearances (eight starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Thorsby joined Union Berlin and saw nowhere near the playing time he picked up in Italy. The midfielder simply wasn't very productive in the first team and created just seven chances. Thorsby will look to earn a larger role competing with Aissa Laidouini and Alex Kral in the 2023/24 pre-season.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Thorsby had one assist on one chance created, took one shot (on target) and made one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mainz.

Impact Thorsby assisted the winning goal Saturday, as he found Jordan Pefok with a headed pass in the 84th minute. It was his first game since he had surgery on an undisclosed injury in early February. He missed just three matches, and his return could not have gone much better. He was subbed on in the 79th minute and made an immediate impact, as he assisted just five minute into his return and recorded a shot on target minutes later.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for surgery Thorsby did not travel to the January training camp due to a serious injury, Union Berlin announced Tuesday.

Impact Thorsby will be out for an uncertain amount of time with a surgery that oddly wasn't specified. The only information given was that it was a serious issue requiring surgery. Thorsby played a minimal role before the World Cup break and likely won't return to any sort of major playing time in the second half of the season.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minor role with new club Thorsby has made just four starts in the Bundesliga before the Winter break.

Impact Thorsby joined Union Berlin from Sampdoria, where he was a nailed-on starter, and has struggled for any sort of playing time. It's possible that Thorsby see's a consistent increase in playing time during the second half of the Bundesliga, where he should have the chance to gel more with his new team.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Union Berlin Thorsby has joined Union Berlin on a permanent deal from Sampdoria, the team announced.

Impact Thorsby leaves Serie A after three solid seasons as a regular for Sampdoria, where he hit the net seven times and provided three assists in total. He logged 26 shots (eight on target), 15 chances, 46 tackles and 38 clearances in 35 appearances in the most recent season and should have a similar role at his new club.

JULY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts four clearances in Inter clash Thorsby committed two fouls and had four clearances in last Sunday's 0-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Thorsby did not have a great showing other than clearing a few balls. He has logged three goals, one assist, 46 tackles and 15 chances in 35 appearances in 2021/2022.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chiellini bids goodbye to Juve fans during draw with Lazio

Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini bid goodbye to the Turin club’s fans during a 2-2 draw with Lazio in Serie A

MAY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores in victory Thorsby accumulated one goal on one shot (one on goal) and created two chances in Monday's 4-1 win over Fiorentina

Impact Thorsby recorded his first goal in 22 matches after scoring in the 71st minute for Sampdoria. The midfielder has had a disappointing season after recording only his third goal in 34 starts. With the end of the Serie A season, questions about Thorsby's future skill level still remain unanswered.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins seven aerial duels against Verona Thorsby won seven aerial duels in a 1-1 stalemate against Verona on Saturday.

Impact Thorsby had a decent outing for the visitors. The 25-year-old won seven aerial duels, second-most in the match. Other than that, Thorsby also provided a key pass.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Juventus Thorsby served his one game-suspension in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Udinese.

Impact Thorsby will most likely be back in the XI in Saturday's home game versus Juventus, replacing either Tomas Rincon or Albin Ekdal in the midfield. He has posted one chance, five tackles, four clearances and three blocks in the last five matches.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Udinese match Thorsby created one scoring chance, won three duels, had two clearances and picked up his tenth yellow card in Monday's 0-4 loss to Udinese.

Impact Thorsby did not do a whole lot in this one and will have to miss another game due to yellow-card accumulation. Tomas Rincon will likely fill in for him in Saturday's away game versus Udinese.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores second goal of season Thorsby scored once, took one shot (one on target) and committed five fouls during the 2-1 loss to Bologna on Sunday.

Impact Thorsby was saved by his last-ditch of an effort when he scored the only goal for Sampdoria on Sunday. The midfielder has yet to hit a stride this season and he continues to be useless each match. However, over his last four matches, he seems to be finding form with two goals and one assist.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Thorsby had an assist while creating two chances and making four interceptions during Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Thorsby set up Francesco Caputo in the tenth minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder while his four interceptions led Sampdoria in the loss.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Cagliari Thorsby drew one foul, had one clearance, scored on his only shot and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Thorsby hit the net for the first time in the season with a sneaky header, but he was also booked, reaching the quota that triggers an automatic one-game suspension. Adrien Silva and Albin Ekdal will likely pair up in the midfield in Friday's match versus Spezia. Thorsby will return in next Wednesday's home game against Atalanta. He has tallied seven shots, 14 tackles, six interceptions and six clearances in eight games.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three duels against Napoli Thorsby (thigh) took one shot on target, won three duels, had one interception and drew one foul in Thursday's 0-4 loss to Napoli.

Impact Thorsby got the start despite picking up an ailment in the previous game, and his problem came more from having to face a strong side rather than from the physical problem. He has posted six shots, two chances, ten tackles and four interceptions thus far. Sampdoria will face Juventus away Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Napoli Thorsby (undisclosed) has been included in Sampdoria's squad list to face Napoli Thursday.

Impact Thorsby bowed out in the previous game, but he was able to practice somewhat regularly afterward. He will compete with Adrien Silva and Albin Ekdal for two starting jobs in the midfield. He has tallied five shots, two chances created and nine tackles thus far.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against Empoli Thorsby won one of four tackles and had two clearances in 63 minutes before bowing out due to a leg injury in Sunday's 3-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Thorsby could not finish the game because of a knock and will be assessed in the next couple of days ahead of Thursday's clash with Napoli. He was replaced by Kristoffer Askilden. Adrien Silva appeared to get hurt in this one as well, therefore Sampdoria could be depleted in the midfield in the next game.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE