Serie A star forced to explain gruesome red-raw neck 'injury' as fans speculate he was 'bitten by a ZOMBIE'

Odgaard became the center of a bizarre online discussion after fans spotted a bloody-looking circular red mark on the back of his neck during Bologna’s crucial 1-0 victory over Venezia. The 25-year-old forward played a pivotal role in securing three points for his side, but rather than his performance, it was the conspicuous red-raw wound that had people talking.

Fans watching the match on DAZN’s live broadcast couldn’t help but speculate about the strange-looking wound, with theories ranging from an unfortunate scrape to something out of a horror movie. One particularly dramatic theory saw users jokingly suggest he had been bitten by a zombie, with a fan on X writing: "What is that thing? A zombie bite?" Another viewer was equally puzzled, asking: "Did he just get his neck scraped?" Meanwhile, a third person speculated about a possible tattoo or even an unusual injury, commenting: "Is that a tattoo or a shark bite on the back of Jens Odgaard's neck?"

After the final whistle, Odgaard decided to clear the air, in an attempt to put to rest any far-fetched theories about the mysterious mark. Taking to Instagram, he reassured fans that there was nothing to worry about, explaining: "It's just a medicine I'm using for my neck, nothing serious."

The former AZ Alkmaar forward, who arrived in Italy in the summer of 2023, has established himself as a key player for Bologna. His recent performances have been particularly impressive, with two goals in his last three games, proving his value to the team.

Bologna’s fifth consecutive victory in Serie A has significantly boosted their position in the table. Their latest win over relegation-threatened Venezia propelled them above Juventus into fourth place, firmly placing them in the race for Champions League qualification for the second season in a row. They will be back in action against Empoli in the first leg of their Coppa Italia semi-final on Tuesday evening.