Christensen Withdraws from Denmark Squad After Return from Injury

Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen has withdrawn from Denmark's latest national team squad, according to a report by Get Spanish Football News citing comments from Denmark coach Brian Riemer.

Christensen returned to action last weekend as a substitute in Barcelona's 2-1 win over Atlético Madrid, having been sidelined for several months with a muscular injury. Riemer told Tipsbladet that the player decided he was not ready to play international matches given the condition of his body.

"He loves the Danish national team. Last night, I practically had a man in tears on the phone because he is so frustrated and upset about this situation," Riemer said. "He has decided that he is not ready, and that is why he has had to withdraw."

The report indicates Christensen intends to use the coming weeks to maintain and improve his fitness rather than link up with his national teammates.