Spurs suffer severe injury setbacks in their expensive loss to Chelsea.
Monday night’s costly loss to rivals Chelsea put an end to Tottenham’s incredible start to the season.
Even though Ange Postecoglou’s team was reduced to nine men, Spurs managed to take the game to the Blues and come out on top, but the injuries that have plagued them may end up being far more serious than the actual loss.
The departure of important players could significantly affect their season’s trajectory, as they currently field a smaller team than their championship rivals.
Here are the most recent injuries to Tottenham players.
James Maddison
This season, James Maddison has undoubtedly had the biggest impact on the Premier League.
That’s why it was a big concern to see him sent off in the first half after going down without any contact.
Despite suffering a knock to his ankle, Postecoglou sounded positive following the game, implying that the England international’s removal was more of a precautionary measure following Cristian Romero’s red card.
According to Postecoglou, “He got a knock on the ankle,” BBC Sport.
“We had already lost one man. At that point, it was reasonable to make a few adjustments.”
Possible date of return: November 2023
Micky van de Ven
Even though Maddison’s situation seems to be improving, Micky van de Ven’s situation is much more worrisome.
In central defense, the Dutchman and Cristian Romero have developed a strong partnership. Postecoglou’s high line, the center of his strategy, depends heavily on the Dutchman’s recovery speed.
Van de Ven appeared on the scene moments after Maddison was carted off the field hurt, looking like he had a hamstring strain and needed assistance to get off the field.
“It’s too early but looking at Micky you’re thinking it’s a pretty significant one so you’d assume he’ll be out for a little while,” said the manager of Spurs.
Possible date of return: December 2023
Ryan Sessegnon
Ryan Sessegnon had hamstring surgery over the summer, and he hasn’t played at all this season.
Although it was once thought that the former Fulham defender would return in October, he has only recently begun light training.
“Sess is still a fair bit of time away; he’s longer-term,” Postecoglou stated last month.
Possible date of return: December 2023
Manor Solomon
Summertime acquisition Due to a knee injury he sustained during training, Manor Salomon needed surgery and is anticipated to recover in December.
Possible date of return: December 2023
Ivan Perisic
Ivan Perisic suffered a serious knee injury during preseason and is unlikely to play for Tottenham again.
Possible time of return: 2024 summer
