Thomas Kristensen
ATA
DNP in Roma game
Kristensen (ankle) wasn't fielded in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Roma.
Analysis: Kristensen shook off an ankle injury, but the coach stuck with Odilon Kossounou and Giorgio Scalvini for the whole game. He could unseat the former once he's fully healthy and accustomed to his new surroundings following a summer transfer.
Likely for Roma fixture
Kristensen (ankle) "was able to resume training regularly this week," coach Maurizio Sarri announced.
Analysis: Kristensen is poised to return after missing time, as he rolled his ankle in his Atalanta debut in the UEFA Conference League. He'll likely be behind Odilon Kossounou and Giorgio Scalvini in the pecking order at first. He starred in 28 matches for Udinese last year, helping secure nine clean sheets and tallying 198 clearances, 25 interceptions and 26 tackles.
Unavailable versus Bologna
Kristensen (ankle) hasn't been selected for Monday's match with Bologna.
Analysis: Kristensen will miss the second Serie A game in a row after rolling his ankle during a recent Conference League game. Giorgio Scalvini and Odilon Kossounou are again the frontrunners to patrol the middle of the defense.
Ruled out for Sunday
Kristensen (foot/ankle) hasn't been called up for Sunday's match versus Sassuolo.
Analysis: Kristensen was unlikely to be available after suffering an injury midweek but was a late call and shouldn't be out for long. Instead, Giorgio Scalvini (ankle) made a quick recovery and will challenge Sead Kolasinac and Odilon Kossounou for a spot in the XI:
Questionable for Sassuolo fixture
Kristensen turned his ankle against Hapoel Tel Aviv and is in doubt for Sunday, L'Eco di Bergamo reported.
Analysis: Kristensen faces a race against the clock to be available, as he didn't practice on the eve of the game and was limited to just some rehab work. Sead Kolasinac and Odilon Kossounou are the only center-backs currently healthy.
Moves to Atalanta
Kristensen is heading to Atalanta on loan with a conditional obligation to buy from Udinese.
Analysis: Kristensen joins shortly after the departure of Berat Djimsiti after three solid seasons at Udinese. He contributed to nine clean sheets in 28 tilts in the most recent one, tallying 26 tackles, 25 interceptions and 198 clearances. He'll tussle for minutes with Odilon Kossounou and Sead Kolasinac while Isak Hien (knee) is on the shelf, while Udinese will turn to Nicolo Bertola, Branimir Mlacic and Matteo Palma.
Puts up numbers in Cremonese bout
Kristensen drew one foul and registered 11 clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Cremonese.
Analysis: Kristesen tallied double-digit clearances for the first time in eight matches, but he didn't pick up many other stats, and his team allowed one goal. He has helped secure two clean sheets in the last five rounds, scoring once and registering three tackles (all won), five interceptions and three blocks over that span. He's averaging 7.2 clearances per match.
Logs eight clearances in Cagliari match
Kristensen generated eight clearances, two blocks and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Cagliari.
Analysis: Kristensen was on point defensively, as Cagliari managed to secure yet another clean sheet. He has contributed to five in the last seven rounds, recording seven tackles (five won), five interceptions and six blocks over that span. He has tallied at least one clearance in every game, averaging 7.1 per contest.
Nets on Saturday
Kristensen scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Torino.
Analysis: Kristensen doubled the lead in the 51st minute, heading home Lennon Miller's corner for his third goal of the campaign. He also contributed defensively with five clearances and completed 33 passes. He has now tallied 21 clearances, six interceptions and six tackles across his last four appearances.
Wins two tackles versus Lazio
Kristensen (head/neck) had two interceptions, one clearance and one cross (zero accurate) and won two of two tackles in Monday's 3-3 draw with Lazio.
Analysis: Kristensen experienced no ill effects after bowing out a little early last week and had an okay showing in a so-so day for the Udinese defense. He has notched at least one tackle and one interception in the last three fixtures, amassing six of each (five won). He also maintained his season-long streak of games with one or more clearances.
Starts Monday
Kristensen (neck) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Lazio.
Analysis: Kristensen was already deemed fit for Monday and is earning time immediately, as the defender finds the starting XI. He continues to be a regular starter and should remain in this role to end the season, only missing two starts when fit and earning seven clean sheets in 24 appearances.
Good to go for Lazio fixture
Kristensen (head/neck) has been cleared and has been spotted in training after the last game, Messaggero Veneto reported.
Analysis: Kristensen hurt his neck more than his head in the last round, but avoided serious issues and should be able to continue starting. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last five matches, registering 35 clearances, five interceptions and five tackles (three won).
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