THOMAS KRISTENSEN NEWS

Serviceable in Verona game Kristensen (illness) had three clearances, one block, one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Verona.

Impact Kristensen was fine in his return from an illness and picked up stats on both ends. He has struggled to stay healthy but has been a top option when available. He has totaled five tackles (three on target), three interceptions, 15 clearances and four blocks in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Kristensen (achilles) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Verona.

Impact Kristensen has made his return to play as expected Saturday, immediately earning a spot in the starting XI following achilles issues. He has now started in three straight appearances, starting in four of his seven appearances.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Verona tilt Kristensen (illness) has recuperated and is in contention to start Sunday, Messaggero Veneto reported.

Impact Kristensen will return from a one-game absence and will challenge Christian Kabasele, Isaak Toure and Oumar Solet to fill a pair of spots in the back. He has recorded four tackles (three won), three interceptions and 12 clearances in his last four matches.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Torino tilt Kristensen is a late scratch for Sunday's game versus Torino due to a stomach bug, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Kristensen will look to recover for Saturday's away game against Verona. Jaka Bijol (thigh) is back in the XI along with Christian Kabasele and Isaak Toure.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fully available versus Empoli Kristensen (calf) "has reprised being an option," coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Kristensen made a token bench appearance before the break against Atalanta and could resume seeing some minutes in this one, although Isaak Toure, Lautaro Giannetti and Christian Kabasele have been solid. He has been slowed down by multiple injuries this year and will have to take back his previous starting job. He has notched two tackles, seven clerances and one block in three appearances (two starts).

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming back versus Atalanta Kristensen (calf) "is doing better and partially trained with the group in recent days. He'll be with us fully next week," coach Kosta Runjaic informed.

Impact Kristensen slowed down a little in his rehab given the previous announcement and will have a fortnight on his fitness thanks to the upcoming international break. Two among Isaak Toure, Lautaro Giannetti and Christian Kabasele will play next to Jaka Bijol in the back against Atalanta.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eyes return Kristensen (calf) "will resume training fully next week and, if all goes well, he will be selected against Atalanta," coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Kristensen will miss his sixth consecutive match Saturday versus Juventus but should be back for the ensuing one. Jaka Bijol, Christan Kabasele and Lautaro Giannetti are set to start over the weekend since Isaak Toure is suspended.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Kristensen (calf) is out for Friday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Kristensen is not making his return Friday, with the defender missing his fourth straight match due to his calf issues. However, he has been nearing a return, brining confidence he will be an option for the club's next match when facing Venezia on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Cagliari fixture Kristensen (calf) returned to full training earlier this week, but he's not a lock to be available Friday, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Kristensen is inching closer to coming back from a calf strain, but he could be given a few more days to work on his conditioning, also considering the short turnaround. He's a longshot to start even if available.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss MIlan game Kristensen (calf) "isn't ready yet, but we expect him to re-join the group next week," coach Kosta Runjiac announced.

Impact Kristensen will remain sidelined through the international stoppage because of a calf problem, but he's almost out of the woods. Christian Kabasele, Lautaro Giannetti and Isaak Toure will be in contention for two spots next two Jaka Bijol in the back.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing calf injury Kristensen has sustained a soleous strain in his right calf, Udinese announced.

Impact Kristensen wasn't involved over the weekend while awaiting the results of the test. He missed time earlier in the season due to thigh issues. He'll attempt to recover during the upcoming break. Christian Kabasele and Isaak Toure will keep starting versus unless Lautaro Giannetti (thigh) is fit enough.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Inter fixture Kristensen (thigh) wasn't risked altogether in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Inter.

Impact Kristensen wasn't 100 percent and was omitted from the game-day squad list. The defense struggled without him and Lautaro Giannetti (thigh), so his starting job shouldn't be too much in peril once he's fully healthy.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Inter fixture Kristensen (thigh) wasn't risked altogether in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Inter.

Impact Kristensen wasn't 100 percent and was omitted from the game-day squad list. The defense struggled without him and Lautaro Giannetti (thigh), so his starting job shouldn't be too much in peril once he's fully healthy.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Inter game Kristensen "isn't in great form and might not be fielded versus Inter. He doesn't have a serious injury, but we want to avoid relapses," coach Kosta Runjaic relayed.

Impact Kristensen is dealing with some muscular discomfort and missed time at the beginning of the season due to an injury in the same area. Since Lautaro Giannetti (thigh) is on the mend, Isaak Toure and Christian Kabasele might start next to Jaka Bijol, unless the coach changes his mind or opts for a different tactic.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench versus Como Kristensen (thigh) had one clearance and one touch in seven minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Como.

Impact Kristensen returned from a two-game absence as expected but didn't see many minutes. He's likely to retain the starting job following Nehuen Perez's late departure, teaming up with Jaka Bijol and Lautaro Giannetti. He posted 112 clearances, 35 tackels and 20 blocks in 26 games last season, contributing to six clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Como match Kristensen (thigh) "is fine and will be on the bench for the first time Sunday, so he'll be available. We want to exploit the break to give him time," coach Kosta Runjaic announced...

Impact Kristensen will return as anticipated last week after missing two games but is unlikely to start right away, even if Udinese will lose their stalwart Nehuen Perez, who's headed to Porto. Joao Ferreira and Christian Kabasele have better chances to start.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return next week Kristensen (thigh) "is training with the team and could be back for the Como game if there are no hiccups," coach Kosta Runjaic informed.

Impact Kristensen will miss his second consecutive game due to a pre-season injury but isn't far from coming back. Lautaro Gianetti started and scored in the opener.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Bologna match Kristensen (thigh) "has had just a couple of training sessions with the group and will need a few weeks to be 100 percent," coach Kosta Runjaic relayed.

Impact Kristensen will miss the opener after nursing a thigh problem during the summer and will likely be eased into action once he's available too. Lautaro Giannetti is the favorite to replace him in the back.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for cup game Kristensen won't be an option for the first official match of the season due to a previous muscular injury, coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Kristensen has been managed throughout the summer and is at risk of missing the Serie A opener against Bologna on August 18. Lautaro Giannetti, Christian Kabasele and Joao Ferreira are the next men up at the position.

AUGUST 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists late equalizer Monday Kristensen assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Kristensen recorded his first goal contribution of the season Monday, and it came at the perfect time. His headed pass in the 92nd minute set up Isaac Success' goal which turned a loss into a draw. It was the only chance he created in the match and he added five clearances and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of the action.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts eight clearance in Roma tilt Kristensen had eight clearances, three blocks and one interception in Thursday's 2-1 loss versus Roma.

Impact Kristensen had a sound display but the whole Udinese rearguard came apart on a late corner kick that gave Roma the victory. He's facing less competition with Lautaro Giannetti (thigh) currently on the mend. He has notched 16 clearances, two interceptions and seven tackles (three won) in his last four showings, with no clean sheets.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy against Verona Kristensen had four tackles (one won), seven clearances, two shots (zero on target) and one key pass in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Verona.

Impact Kristensen had a solid game but Verona broke the deadlock on a corner kick in the stoppage time. He'll face less competition in the coming weeks since Lautaro Giannetti suffered an ankle injury. His main rival will be Joao Ferreira. He has notched 13 clearances, seven tackels (three won) and one interception in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE