Oleksandr Zinchenko
NFO
Ukraine
Left
Dec 15, 1996
29
5'9"
141 lb
LB
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Possession Builder
ForestAvailable after loan-lock
Zinchenko is available again for Nottingham Forest after missing Saturday's 0-0 draw against his parent club Arsenal due to being loan-locked.
Analysis: Zinchenko missed Saturday's draw against his parent club Arsenal due to be loan-locked but is now back available moving forward for Forest. That said, the left-back has been mainly a bench option this season and doesn't play much which could lead to a change for him during this transfer window, according to reports.
Loan locked against Arsenal
Zinchenko will be loan locked for next week's Premier League clash against his parent club Arsenal.
Analysis: Zinchenko will miss the Premier League clash against Arsenal next week as he is loan locked by his parent club. However, his absence won't have a major impact on the starting lineup, since the Ukrainian has started only two of his last six available games for Forest.
Full 90 in return
Zinchenko (groin) played the full 90 during Thursday's 2-1 win over Utrecht.
Analysis: Zinchenko returned to the starting XI on Thursday and was deemed fit enough to play the full 90. The left-back was solid throughout the match, but did little to show he deserves a consistent starting role. Now that he's back fit he should compete for first team minutes during a busy December period.
Makes squad list Thursday
Zinchenko (groin) is travelling with the team to Utrecht and should return in Thursday's Europa League clash, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting from Vavel. "He is in the squad, and then we'll make a decision on it [whether he plays]. I think so [especially] with Zinchenko because of his depth of knowledge of his body and his knowledge of playing, and his experience."
Analysis: Zinchenko should be back available for Thursday's Europe League clash against Utrecht and could play some minutes after travelling with the squad and likely clearing his groin injury. This is good news for Forest since the defender has a good experience and has been an undisputed starter when fit and available for Forest. Once fully back fit, he will compete with Neco Williams for the starting spot at left-back.
Working on grass
Zinchencko (groin) was mentioned by coach Sean Dyche, who told the media he "is on the grass and doing fine" in Thursday's press conference, according to Katie Stafford of BBC Sport.
Analysis: Zinchenko has taken part in practice for a few days and seems to be close to returning following a one-month absence. The left-back had previously made five starts between September and October. He's expected to be an alternative to current starter Neco Williams as soon as he's ready to play.
Back in training
Zinchenko (groin) is back in training, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Oleksandr is back in training."
Analysis: Zinchenko has returned to training this week after an extended absence, with the defender missing the past seven games due to his injuries. This is positive news, as a return is likely to come within the next week or two. A return this week still seems to be unlikely, with a return against Tottenham on Dec. 14 seeming to be the most feasible.
Yet to resume training
Zinchenko (groin) has yet to return to training and will remain sidelined until further notice, manager Sean Dyche told media during his pre-match press conference Thursday. "Zinchenko is making progress with the sport science team and the physios, not with us."
Analysis: Zinchenko is dealing with a groin injury that has kept him sidelined for the last weeks, and his previous appearance for Frest came on Oct. 23 in the UEFA Europa League against Porto. Based on Dyche's recent words, it might be a while before Zinchenko returns to action with the Trick Trees.
Expected to miss further time
Zinchenko (groin) is not an option for Saturday's match against Manchester United and is expected to be out longer than expected, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Oleksandr's a no at the moment, unfortunately, that one's going to be a bit longer than we thought."
Analysis: Zinchenko is still out and appears ready to miss more time than expected after initially being expected to be touch-and-go, with the defender now expected to be out longer. This is rough news for the club, with Ola Aina (hamstring) already out long-term, now losing yet another left-back, likely until the international break. Nicolo Savona should now see the start in his spot, with Morato having an outside chance after starting at left-back once this season.
Likely to miss time
Zinchenko is likely to miss time with a groin injury, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Zinchenko, after coming off, we'll wait and see how that is as well, that one's going to be touch and go, I think."
Analysis: Zinchenko had to be taken off the field early in Thursday's UEL match and will now need to pass some fitness tests to be an option again. This is a brutal development for the defender who has already missed six games through injury this season while starting in their past two games, possibly forcing a change just after winning the starting role. He was replaced by Nicolo Savona, a likely replacement if he misses an extended period while Ola Aina is out.
Brought off before halftime
Zinchenko was brought off before halftime during Thursday's clash with Porto, due to an apparent injury.
Analysis: Zinchenko is headed back to the sideline with his second injury of the year. There's obvious concern for another groin injury, which means Zinchenko has essentially no chance of playing against Bournemouth on Sunday. Nicolo Savona came on to replace Zinchenko for the second half of Thursday's clash.
Fit to start
Zinchenko (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Chelsea.
Analysis: Zinchenko was pictured in training Thursday and has now been cleared to return to action. The defender returns straight back into the starting lineup at left-back after missing six games earlier this season.
Fit once again
Zinchenko (groin) is an option for Saturday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Ange Postecoglou, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "They've had two good weeks and are all available for tomorrow. They obviously haven't played, but they are all available, which is good."
Analysis: Zinchenko was pictured in training Thursday but has upgraded his status, with the defender now cleared to return to action. This does declare the return of the club's starting left-back, good news after already missing six games this season. He will look to return to that spot immediately, with Nicolo Savona likely retreating to the bench in place of Zinchenko.
Pictured in training
Zinchenko (groin) was pictured in training ahead of Saturday's clash with Chelsea.
Analysis: Zinchenko didn't link up with Ukraine during the international break, but it appears the injury isn't too serious. He missed out against Newcastle before the break but is now back in training. When Zinchenko is fit he's been a consistent starter at left-back, going the full 90 in every match he started. Neco Williams got the starts while Zinchenko was sidelined.
Not with Ukraine
Zinchenko (groin) wasn't called up by Ukraine for the international break.
Analysis: Zinchenko has been struggling with a groin injury prior to the international break, and wasn't called up by Ukraine. The defender missed the final two matches before the break due to the same issue. Zinchenko's first chance to return is an Oct. 18 clash with Chelsea, but that would require a return to training during the break.
Out against Newcastle
Zinchenko (groin) is out for Sunday's trip to Newcastle, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "It is nothing significant. It will put him out tomorrow night and probably the weekend, with us knowing the international break is straight after. With him, [Douglas] Luiz and a couple of others, we have got to take this time to make sure we have them up and running for the next period of games."
Analysis: Zinchenko is out Sunday, unsurprisingly with the amount he's played in recent weeks. The injury isn't expected to be a serious one, but it will be enough to get Zinchenko a second match off. He is expected to be back fully fit and ready to go for an Oct. 18 clash with Chelsea after the break. That should bring Neco Williams into the starting XI for a second match.
Out to face Midtjylland
Zinchenko is out for Thursday's match against Midtjylland due to a groin injury, according to manager Ange Postecoglou, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "Oleksandr is not too bad. He pulled up a bit sore with his groin (against Sunderland on Saturday) and did well to finish the game because he felt it early on. He has probably played more football in these last three weeks than he probably has played for quite a while. It is probably not surprising he felt a bit sore."
Analysis: Zinchenko will not be an option Thursday after he suffered some groin pain in their last contest, now resting Thursday to nurse the injury after some soreness. He will also be questionable for Sunday's match against Newcastle, likely to be a late call for that contest. The club is low in full-back options, so this will force some changes, with Morato and Neco Williams likely to serve on the flanks while Murillo (thigh) returns to center-back after injury.
Three shots in debut
Zinchenko registered three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Burnley.
Analysis: For a left-back, three shots sum up a welcome stat, which Zinchenko provided with his Nottingham debut. Ola Aina (hamstring) will be out indefinitely moving forward, so it looks like the Ukrainian may have a chance to play regularly moving forward. Like the weekend, Forest may shift Neco Williams from left-back to right-back, with Zinchenko taking the former. During the 2024-25 Premier League, for Arsenal, he logged 15 appearances (five starts) with one assist on three chances created and 10 shots.
Back available after loan-lock
Zinchenko is back available after being loan-locked for Saturday's game against Arsenal.
Analysis: Zinchenko is no longer loan-locked and is available again for his new club Nottingham Forest. The Ukrainian is expected to return directly to the starting XI against Burnley on Saturday as the team is dealing with injuries in the backline, and new coach Ange Postecoglou will likely need his experience to bring balance in defense.
Loan-locked to face Arsenal
Zinchenko is unavailable to face Arsenal due to being loan-locked.
Analysis: Zinchenko will be sidelined for his first match with Nottingham, as the defender will be facing his parent club and will be loan-locked for the contest. This is unfortunate for the club, as Ola Aina (hamstring) just went down injured, and they are awaiting the fitness of Nicolo Savona (ankle). That said, he will next be available to face Burnley on Sept. 20, likely securing a bench spot unless injuries are still an issue.
Loaned to Forest
Zinchenko has been loaned to Nottingham Forest from Arsenal, according to his parent club.
Analysis: Zinchenko is away from Arsenal for the season as expected after a drop in minutes, joining fellow Premier League side Nottingham Forest. He only started in five of his 15 appearances last season, but is a versatile player who has proved he is a Premier League talent. He will now look to compete with Neco Williams for starting time, a battle that could be quite competitive.
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