RICO HENRY NEWS

Setback confirmed Henry (knee) suffered a minor setback and will miss Saturday's clash with Bournemouth, per manager Thomas Frank. "If everything goes to plan, it will be a week until he can be invo...

Impact Henry won't be an option for the final match before the international break due to the knee injury. He could return after the break, potentially as soon as a Nov. 23 to Everton. As Frank emphasized though, Henry won't be rushed back.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Henry (knee) is nearing a return, but is out for Saturday's clash with Ipswich, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Rico is getting closer, but not close enough [for Ipswich],"

Impact Henry is working back from a knee injury, but is still out for Saturday's match. He played in an in-house friendly during the international break and is pushing his fitness up slowly. There's still some hope Henry will be back before the November international break.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Plays during in-house match Henry (knee) has trained all week and was involved in a in-house game for 45 minutes but is still out for Saturday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Thomas Fr...

Impact Henry is closest to a return he has been since going down with a torn ACL over a year ago. The defender has been recently training while playing an 11 vs. 11 match with his teammates over the break. This gives confidence that he is closing in on a return, likely coming soon. That said, the club seems to think he could be back within the next few weeks, probably aiming for early November.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Henry (knee) is back in team training, but won't be back for around a month, according to manager Thomas Frank. "And Rico Henry trained with the team today, so that's a positive,...

Impact Henry is getting closer to a return, but won't be available even for the first match after the international break. The defender instead seems to be targeting a return for an October 26 clash with Ipswich Town. Henry has been out for over a year due to an ACL injury.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Still not ready Henry (knee) is out for Saturday's match against West Ham, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Rico is a little bit further. No setbacks but he is not ready yet."

Impact Henry has been back in training with the group and is progressing well as he looks for a return. However, he will have to wait another week before seeing the field after being ruled out again. The defender is likely on the brink of a return, just waiting to pass a fitness test to get his chance at some action. That said, he could return to face Wolves on Oct. 5, although the club may choose to keep him out until after the international break to be cautious.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing training return Henry (knee) is set to join partial training Monday, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Henry will be back in partial training Monday, but has no timeline for his return to friendly matches. The defender is likely still weeks away from a return to first-team action. There's a chance he could return before the October international break, but it's possible he could be held out until after the break.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Henry (knee) is out for Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Rico will not be available, unfortunately. He's still on track but got a minor...

Impact Henry will remain on the sidelines following a minor setback, picking up muscle issues while recovering from his knee injury. However, the defender is expected to be back on the training pitch ahead of the match, implying he is close to a return. That said, he will likely be an option or at least questionable heading into the club's next contest.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up another injury Henry has been held out of Thursday's friendly against QPR as a precaution due to a small knock he picked up, according to his club.

Impact Henry has picked up another injury, as after dealing with knee issues, he was held out due to a small knock he picked up before Thursday's match in training. This appears to be a minor issue but it will be something to continue to monitor, as he has yet to debut this campaign due to his ongoing issues.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Set for friendly next week Henry will play in a closed-doors friendly next week in his recovery from a torn ACL.

Impact Henry has been working on fitness and recovery for more than a month and he'll finally get some pitch time during the international break. He's been out a full year with the injury, so it can't be expected he'll move into the starting XI right away, but there's a chance he'll make the squad for the trip to Manchester City coming out of the break.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for match action Henry (knee) is unavailable during Sunday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Henry will remain out despite progressing well in his return from a knee injury suffered last season. The wing-back could return in some capacity next week against Southampton, though he'll likely be eased back into action from the bench.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing well Henry (knee) is recovering well and is back in full training, according to manager Thomas Frank."Rico is progressing very well and hopefully he is soon ready to join the squad. He...

Impact Henry is struggling with a knee injury, but his recovery is on schedule as the defender looks to get back on the pitch. It's unclear if he will be ready for any role against Liverpool, but he could be back sooner rather than later. Henry will compete for starts at left-back when fully fit, especially with Kristoffer Ajer pushed out of position to cover for the absence.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in season opener Henry (knee) won't be available for Sunday's season opener against Crystal Palace, manager Thomas Frank told media Friday. "Rico [Henry] and Aaron [Hickey] are the two other closes...

Impact Henry seems to be making strides in the recovery from a knee injury that caused him to miss most of the 2023/24 season. The left-back should be ready to secure a starting role once he's back to full fitness, but for now, he's expected to be a game-time call for the Aug. 25 match against Liverpool, though it wouldn't be surprising if he's held out until after the international break.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering Henry (knee) is still in the recovery process and is set to be a late call for the Aug 18 clash with Crystal Palace. According to manager Thomas Frank, "Both of them [Henry] are pr...

Impact Henry is looking to return to full strength following his ACL injury suffered on Sep 2023. He has been working on fitness during preseason, though is unclear if it will be enough for the opening match of the season. The midfielder will look to play in his first full season since 2022/23, missing most of last campaign with the knee injury, resulting in just five PL appearances.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for pre-season matches Henry (knee) is fit enough to compete in Brentford's pre-season campaign, according to the club.

Impact Henry didn't have much of a 2023/24 campaign, as his season was cut short in September after the left-back suffered a torn ACL. However, he is now close to full fitness, with him set to participate in the Bees pre-season campaign. He will hope for a decent pre-season with no setbacks, as he is on pace to be ready for the beginning of the season and just needs to get on the pitch at this point.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing in rehab Henry (knee) won't return this season but has been progressing in his rehab, and manager Thomas Frank said he's expected back on the grass soon. "[Henry's] progress is going forwar...

Impact The left-back suffered an ACL injury in the 1-0 loss to Newcastle on Sep. 16, 2023, but he's getting closer to a potential return. Henry was the first-choice left-back when available, starting in the five appearances he made during the 2023-24 campaign, and unless Brentford sign a new left-back over the summer, he should maintain that role next season, providing he recovers completely from the injury.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Set for knee surgery Henry will undergo knee surgery in the coming week and likely miss the rest of the season.

Impact Brentford confirmed the news that everyone was expecting and Henry will likely find it hard to return to the pitch in the 2023/24 season. The Bees could look elsewhere in the next transfer window or rely on a combination of players, including Mads Roerslev and Kristoffer Ajer, to take on what had been Henry's role the past few seasons

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reportedly suffers ACL injury Henry has reportedly suffered an ACL injury and could miss the majority of the season, reports The Athletic.

Impact This was unfortunately suspected to be the case when Henry went down Saturday and the outlook isn't great. Brentford will likely have an update at some point this week about the severity with a possible timeline. This puts them in a bit of a hole with Mads Roerslev and Kristoffer Ajer options to get more run. Henry has started at least 30 matches each of the last four seasons with the club, so his absence is not a minor one.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off with injury Henry (knee) was injured and subbed out in the 42nd minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss to Newcastle United. He had two tackles (two won) before exiting the match.

Impact Despite being marked with an injury prior to the match, Henry gave it a go, which unfortunately, resulted in him leaving early with a knee injury. Henry managed to make a fair impact in his limited time on the pitch, making two successful tackles. His presence was missed later on, as Brentford conceded the lone goal early in the second half. The severity and timetable for return remain unknown, through it was confirmed that Henry suffered a knee injury.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Knee injury confirmed Henry had to come off during the first half of Saturday's match with a knee injury that has now been confirmed my manager Thomas Frank. "I don't know how bad it is" he said per Jay...

Impact Henry's timetable of return is yet to be determined, however it is confirmed that it is his knee that is injured and will be set for scans to find out the severity of the injury. Mads Roerslev will prepare to be the next player up to replace him if he is set for a longer absence.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injures knee against Newcastle Henry suffered a knee injury in Saturday's match against Newcastle and was forced off in the first half.

Impact Henry took a knock to his knee in the first half Saturday and while he tried to play on it, he couldn't continue. He'll need a scan in the coming week, though it seemed more severe than a one-week injury when he went down. Mads Roerslev is most likely to benefit unless Thomas Frank opts to go elsewhere for his right-back.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in season opener Henry assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Henry assisted Yoane Wissa's 36th minute goal Sunday, a good sign given he had recorded just two assists in his previous 71 Premier League matches. He also recorded three chances created which he did just once last season. Henry had a decent defensive performance as well, racking up two tackles, one interception and two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter all season long Henry made 37 starts during the 2022-23 Premier League season, racking up two assists, 22 shots (four on target), 23 chances created, 87 crosses (24 accurate), 57 tackles, 30 inter...

Impact Regardless if manager Thomas Frank decided to play with three, four or five at the back, Henry was a regular starter on the left side of the defense, and the only game he missed was a Jan. 14 tilt against Bournemouth due to a calf strain. He's made 71 starts across The Bees' two Premier League campaigns and is widely expected to remain as the club's starting left-back for next season -- unless a bigger team decides to knock the door for his services.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Henry is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against West Ham.

Impact Henry returns as expected from an arm injury to take up a role in Brentford's starting XI. The wing-back has helped his club keep seven clean sheets while providing two assists and 73 crosses in 35 appearances.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Henry (arm) will be in contention for Sunday's clash with West Ham United.

Impact Henry left Saturday's matchup against Liverpool in the 72nd minute due to his arm problem but appears to be no worse for the wear. Considering the left-back has started all 34 of his appearances for the club this season, he should be considered a lock for the starting XI, where he should be capable of generating plenty of crosses.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with arm injury Henry had one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Liverpool. He was injured and subbed out in the 72nd minute.

Impact Henry was having yet another brilliant match at left-back but was forced off with an apparent arm injury. If the injury proves to be serious and keep Henry sidelined it could be Vitaly Janelt who moves back to get the start at left-back, or Kevin Schade, who came on to replace Henry. Schade would be the more attacking option with his natural role lying further up the pitch.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE