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Spurs Injury Crisis: Key Players Out Until 2026
4 May
Summary
- Multiple Tottenham players face lengthy layoffs, with some sidelined until 2026.
- Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert have suffered ACL injuries, requiring extensive recovery.
- Several key players are racing against time to be fit for potential World Cup appearances.
Tottenham Hotspur is grappling with a severe injury crisis, impacting numerous key players with long-term absences. Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert have both suffered ACL ruptures, with expected return dates not before the end of 2026. These significant knee injuries will see them miss extended periods of play for the club.
Other players facing lengthy spells on the sidelines include Cristian Romero and Dejan Kulusevski, who are also not expected to return until June 2026 due to knee issues. Guglielmo Vicario and James Maddison are nearing returns and might feature against Leeds on May 11, 2026. However, the outlook for Dominic Solanke and Mohammed Kudus remains uncertain, with potential surgery or further complications impacting their return timelines.
Several players, including Romero, Kulusevski, and potentially others, are in a race against time to recover for potential World Cup call-ups. The club's depth will be tested as they navigate these significant setbacks throughout the remainder of the season and beyond, with some players' contracts nearing expiry.
