Kasper Dolberg's season in doubt after knee surgery

Ajax’s 29‑year‑old striker Kasper Dolberg faces an uncertain campaign after undergoing anterior cruciate ligament surgery on his right knee, an injury sustained while representing Denmark. The Danish forward, who rejoined Ajax a year after leaving Anderlecht, will now focus on rehabilitation rather than the remainder of the Eredivisie season.

Background and injury

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Dolberg departed Anderlecht a year ago, returning to Ajax where he originally broke through. Ajax had intended to sell the striker last summer, but he remained in Amsterdam as a third‑choice option. He managed to get back into the squad just before the international break.

During a Denmark match, Dolberg suffered a cruciate ligament rupture, prompting immediate surgery on his right knee. He will begin rehabilitation in Denmark before returning to Amsterdam to continue his recovery.

“The operation on my anterior cruciate ligament went well,” he said, adding that the injury “hits hard.” He confirmed he must devote the coming weeks entirely to regaining fitness. “I will soon travel to Amsterdam to work on my rehabilitation there,” he explained.

Dutch media suggest the forward may miss the rest of the campaign, writing that he could be “on the sidelines for the remainder of the season.”