paroolOct 7, 2026, 17:08

Ajax striker Kasper Dolberg out for the season with torn cruciate ligament

Ajax striker Kasper Dolberg will miss the rest of the season due to a torn cruciate ligament sustained during national team training. The 29-year-old will relocate to Amsterdam to undergo his rehabilitation process following successful surgery.

Ajax forward Kasper Dolberg will miss the remainder of the season following a torn anterior cruciate ligament suffered during training with the Danish national team. The 29-year-old striker recently underwent a successful surgery and intends to travel to Amsterdam soon to begin his rehabilitation process. This injury comes as a significant blow to both the player and the club, especially as Dolberg had recently re-established himself in the squad with two goals and three assists in his last three appearances.

Dolberg had been competing for a starting spot under manager Michel Sanchez, showing improved form after a difficult period that included a previous abdominal injury and competition from newer signings. Despite earlier transfer interest from clubs such as Midtjylland and Lille, Dolberg remained with Ajax to contribute to their team goals. His return to form had also earned him a recall to the national squad, making the long-term layoff particularly disappointing for the player who originally broke through as a top talent in the Johan Cruijff Arena a decade ago.

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