Mads Bidstrup
LYO
Included in squad for Fenerbahce clash
Bidstrup (knee) is part of Lyon's 23-man squad that traveled to Istanbul for Tuesday's clash against Fenerbahce, according to the club.
Analysis: Bidstrup's inclusion marks a step forward after his lengthy absence with a knee cartilage issue that kept him out for an extended stretch. He is one of three summer signings, alongside Felix Bacher and Zachary Athekame, named in the traveling group for this playoff round tie, which Lyon need to navigate to secure a place in the Champions League. Bidstrup is expected to be assessed by coach Paulo Fonseca before a decision is made on his role in the match. His return to the squad list is a positive sign after the setback disrupted his integration since joining the club.
Out for Sparta Prague clash
Bidstrup (knee) remains sidelined for Tuesday's second leg against Sparta Prague due to a knee cartilage issue, according to coach Paulo Fonseca, per Olympique et Lyonnais. "The absent players? We'll have them back soon. Bidstrup and Pavel Sulc will return to the team soon"
Analysis: Bidstrup has not returned to training since being affected during the club's camp in Germany, an absence that has stretched well beyond the knee bruise initially reported following the friendly against Wolfsburg. He will miss both legs of the tie against Sparta Prague, with no clear timeline offered by the coach for his return. Bidstrup is expected to continue his recovery as Lyon's medical staff monitors his progress.
Dealing with knee cartilage issue
Bidstrup has been dealing with a knee cartilage issue and is not an option for the coming week, according to coach Paulo Fonseca, per Olympique et Lyonnais. "Mads is struggling with cartilage in his knee, I don't think next week, but I hope the week after he can start working again to be back quickly."
Analysis: Bidstrup has not returned to training since being affected during the club's training camp in Germany, an absence that has now stretched on longer than the knee bruise initially reported after the friendly against Wolfsburg. He will miss both legs of Lyon's Champions League qualifying tie against Sparta Prague, and his timeline for a return remains uncertain as the club continues assessing his recovery.
Absent with minor knee issue
Bidstrup sat out Friday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg due to a knee bruise sustained in a recent challenge and is expected to be fit for the upcoming friendly against Real Betis on July 29, according to assistant coach Jorge Maciel, per Olympique et Lyonnais.
Analysis: Bidstrup's knee bruise was enough to keep him out purely as a precautionary measure rather than over any serious concern. The win marked Lyon's fourth in five preseason outings during their training camp in Germany, achieved without him in the squad. No additional details on the injury have been provided. He's expected to be back involved in training shortly.
Moves to Lyon on five-year deal
Bidstrup has joined Lyon from RB Salzburg on a five-year deal through June 2031, the club announced.
Analysis: Bidstrup began his career in Denmark before developing in Germany and England, where he was part of the Brentford side that earned promotion to the Premier League at the end of the 2020/21 season. He returned to Denmark in 2022 with FC Nordsjaelland before joining RB Salzburg in the summer of 2023, where he went on to make 116 appearances across three seasons, establishing himself as a reliable figure at his position and earning his first Denmark senior call-up.
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