Axel Witsel

35-Year-Old Midfielder/DefenderM/D
Atlético Madrid
La Liga

Belgium

Sets up equalizer Sunday
M/DAtlético Madrid
October 22, 2024
Witsel assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Leganes.
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Witsel registered the assist that led to Atletico's equalizer in the second half, as the Belgian defender prevented a ball from leaving the field with a pass to the middle of the six-yard box without knowing that Alexander Sorloth would slot it home with a magnificent backheel. Witsel's move to a center-back role has limited his fantasy upside even more, and he should earn most of his value via stats such as tackles, clearances and interceptions going forward.
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Earns bench spot
M/DAtlético Madrid
July 1, 2024
Witsel (groin) is on the bench for Monday's match against France.
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Eyeing round of 16 for return
M/DAtlético Madrid
June 27, 2024
Witsel (groin) is looking to make a return against France on Monday, according to manager Domenico Tedesco, per Belga of Le Soir. We must follow his evolution day after day since he had to forfeit following his relapse. It will take us another three or four days before we see him again in the team."
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Out as expected
M/DAtlético Madrid
June 26, 2024
Witsel (groin) is out for Wednesday's match against Ukraine.
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Has yet to train
M/DAtlético Madrid
June 25, 2024
Witsel (groin) has yet to rejoin group training as of Monday and is still being monitored by medical staff, leaving him doubtful for Wednesday's match against Ukraine, according to DayFR Euro.
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Aggravates injury, out Saturday
M/DAtlético Madrid
June 21, 2024
Witsel (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Romania, according to manager Domenico Tedesco, per HLN.be. "I don't think his tournament is over yet. An MRI will be taken tomorrow. That's why he stayed in the hotel. He felt it a few days ago. Last night there was talk to the medical staff. It was decided there that he could train today. After the warm-up, there was no problem, but the injury happened again in the slot. I hope it's nothing serious."
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Latest Fantasy Rumors
Wants new Atletico deal
M/DFree Agent
June 4, 2024
Witsel wants to sign a new contract with Atletico Madrid, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
ANALYSIS
Witsel has agreed to come out of international retirement to play at the Euros, and now he wants to sign a new contract at Atletico Madrid after a successful season playing as a centre-back. He seems to have added a new gear to his career with his positional change.
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