Tottenham Hotspur secured an important 4-1 victory over Aston Villa on Sunday, a result that kept them just two points behind the Premier League’s top four. The win was crucial for Spurs as they aim to maintain momentum and push up the table. The team was boosted by standout performances, particularly from their summer signing Dominic Solanke, who scored twice. Brennan Johnson and James Maddison also found the back of the net, adding to the team’s confidence going into upcoming fixtures. With this win, Tottenham will now shift their focus to European action, with a trip to face Turkish giants Galatasaray in the Europa League on Thursday. Then, they return to Premier League action to face Ipswich Town on Sunday, before the international break.
Despite the win, Tottenham’s manager, Ange Postecoglou, is closely monitoring the fitness of several key players who are currently sidelined with injuries. The team is hoping that some of these players will be fit to return soon, and that others will not pick up injuries during international duty. Here is an update on the injuries of five important players in the Spurs squad and their potential return dates:
Micky van de Ven, who has been a solid presence in Tottenham’s defense since his summer move from Wolfsburg, picked up a hamstring injury during the Carabao Cup win over Manchester City. Manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed shortly after the match that the injury was not serious, but he would not return to action until after the international break. The Netherlands international is expected to be available again in late November. His return would be a significant boost for Spurs as they look to strengthen their defense in the coming weeks.
Djed Spence has had a mixed period over the past month. After penning a new contract with the club, he suffered a groin strain in training, which has kept him out of Tottenham’s last three matches. However, Postecoglou confirmed in late October that Spence was “getting closer” to a return. There is optimism that the former Middlesbrough right-back could be available for selection as soon as Sunday’s match against Ipswich Town. Spence’s return could add depth to Tottenham’s squad, particularly in wide areas, and help with their attacking play.
Wilson Odobert, another summer signing, has been sidelined since sustaining a hamstring injury in the Carabao Cup win over Coventry City. He has missed Tottenham’s last seven matches, and his recovery has been slower than expected. The injury, initially thought to be a hamstring issue, is now believed to be a thigh problem, which has further extended his time on the sidelines. Unfortunately, it is still unclear when Odobert will be fit to play again. His absence has been a blow to Postecoglou, especially considering the promising performances he showed earlier in the season.
Cristian Romero, one of Tottenham’s key defenders, was forced off during Sunday’s win over Aston Villa after sustaining a foot injury. The injury occurred around the 60th minute, and Romero was replaced by Ben Davies. While the club has not provided detailed information about the injury, reports from Argentina suggest that Romero may have suffered ligament damage to his foot, rather than a break, which was initially feared. If these reports are correct, it is likely that Romero will not return until after the international break, potentially in late November. His absence would be a significant concern for Tottenham, as Romero has been one of their most consistent performers in defense.
Brazilian forward Richarlison is another player dealing with injury concerns. He picked up a hamstring injury after coming on as a substitute in the win against Aston Villa. Richarlison had a positive impact on the game, providing an assist for Solanke’s second goal, but he was later replaced by James Maddison. As of now, there is no clear timeline for his return. The injury could keep him out for several weeks, and Tottenham will be eager to see how his recovery progresses. Richarlison’s absence would be a blow to Spurs, as he has been an important attacking option for Postecoglou.
With these players on the road to recovery, Tottenham will be hoping that they can return to full fitness soon and provide crucial support as the team faces a busy schedule. The upcoming matches in both the Premier League and Europa League will be vital for Spurs as they look to climb higher in the league and progress in Europe. Postecoglou will be hoping for good news on the injury front, as his team looks to remain competitive at the top of the Premier League.
