Tottenham Injury Update.
Tottenham Hotspur are navigating a tough season, vying for a Premier League top-four spot and a Carabao Cup final berth.
Yet, the team is grappling with injuries to key players, potentially impacting their pursuit of these goals.
Here’s the injury update at Spurs as of January 8, 2023.
(Reuters)
Which Players Are Injured For Spurs?
As per Premier Injuries website, which tracks Premier League team updates, Spurs currently have six players unavailable due to injuries or suspensions.
They are:
Ryan Sessegnon
The left-back underwent surgery to his left hamstring following an injury sustained in pre-season training.
BREAKING: Ryan Sessegnon has undergone surgery to his left hamstring following an injury sustained in pre-season training ⚪ pic.twitter.com/Zv15ud7cHc
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 11, 2023
He is expected to return on October 21, 2023.
Bryan Gil
The winger had surgery to resolve an issue in his groin.
🥇| Bryan Gil has had a groin operation. The player was hoping for the chance to impress Postecoglou but will now miss the start of the season. The injury also scuppers the chance of a potential move this window. @CDEccleshare pic.twitter.com/xUtbejxsWz
— The Spurs Express (@TheSpursExpress) August 2, 2023
He is also expected to return on October 21, 2023.
Rodrigo Bentancur
The midfielder suffered a cruciate ligament rupture in his left knee during a game against Leicester in February 2023.
We can confirm that Rodrigo Bentancur has ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee and will be out of action for the remainder of the campaign.
He will undergo surgery before beginning his rehabilitation with our medical staff.
We're all behind you, Rodrigo 💙 pic.twitter.com/Jfk6oUScHm
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) February 13, 2023
He is expected to return on September 16, 2023.
Fraser Forster
The goalkeeper has a lower back injury and is expected to return on August 26, 2023.
Tanguy Ndombele
The midfielder has an unspecified issue and is expected to return on August 19, 2023.
TEAM NEWS:
🔹 @JuanMFoyth (ankle) – continuing rehabilitation.
🔹 @RyanSessegnon (hamstring) – continuing rehabilitation.
🔹 Tanguy Ndombele (thigh) – minor injury sustained during training, unavailable this weekend.#THFC ⚪️ #COYS pic.twitter.com/SizaV4C11x
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) August 23, 2019
Alfie Whiteman
The goalkeeper had surgery following an injury sustained to his ankle during the pre-season tour.
He has no return date yet.
How Long Is Lloris Injured For?
Spurs’ captain and goalkeeper, Hugo Lloris, suffered a significant knee injury during a match against Chelsea on January 5, 2023.
Sky Sports reports he’ll be sidelined for six to eight weeks due to ligament damage, potentially causing him to miss nine games.
Notable matches include the second leg against Chelsea, an FA Cup match against Nottingham Forest, and Premier League clashes with Arsenal, Leicester, and Chelsea.
Is Spurs Player Son Injured?
Spurs suffer another setback as star forward Son Heung-min is injured.
He hurt his calf against Chelsea and won’t play until February (source: The Independent).
Son’s been reliable this season with 8 goals and 4 assists in 18 league games.
He’ll miss 6 Spurs matches, including FA Cup against Morecambe and Premier League against Leeds.
His participation in the World Cup (Group H: Uruguay, Ghana, Portugal) is uncertain.
Conclusion
Spurs are dealing with injuries to key players, relying on squad depth and manager Antonio Conte’s tactics to stay competitive in various competitions.
Fans hope for speedy recovery and strong comebacks.
