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Tottenham's contrasting fortunes at home and abroad seemed destined to continue moving in different directions, but the hope is that a come-from-behind draw against Man City last time out can reverse their domestic fortunes as they meet in-form Man United this coming weekend.
Thomas Frank's team qualified for the Round of 16 by finishing fourth in the standings thanks to last week's 2-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt, but it felt as though their domestic struggles were set to continue as they found themselves down a pair at home against City in the Premier League.
Yet a comeback to secure a miraculous point in a 2-2 draw, thanks in large part to a truly stunning scorpion kick goal from Dominic Solanke, has the potential to breathe new life into the sputtering Spurs squad.
A big factor in this on-again, off-again run is a weighty injury list, although the Round of 16 bye earned in Champions League play gives them a bit of breathing room in the schedule to get fit.
The Sporting News brings you a look at the list of injured Tottenham players, plus a projected lineup for their upcoming match.
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Tottenham injury list
Below is the latest injury picture for Tottenham, including estimated return dates for those who are sidelined.
Cristiano Romero
- Injury: Illness
- Expected return date: February 7 (vs. Man United)
The Spurs captain seemed poised to be added to the growing injury list after he was withdrawn at halftime of the comeback draw with Man City to end January. Thankfully, Thomas Frank confirmed that Romero is "okay" after being brought off with just a bout of illness, and he should be good to continue in the side.
Dominic Solanke
- Injury: Ankle
- Expected return date: February 7 (vs. Man United)
Similar news was thankfully received after two-goal hero Dominic Solanke was forced off late in the match due to injury. Solanke confirmed after the game that he "just rolled my ankle" and claimed "I'll be fine."
Ankles can be tricky, and can often seem less serious than they are, so more testing will be required to confirm that he has avoided something more serious, but for now it can be assumed he won't miss time.
Djed Spence
- Injury: Calf
- Expected return date: February 10 (vs. Newcastle)
Djed Spence was a surprise absentee from the matchup against Manchester City to close out January, with Frank confirming after the match he had picked up a "minor calf injury." Few tangible details were given other than Frank suggesting he "shouldn't be out too long," so a return in short order can be expected at this stage, although exactly when that happens is up in the air.
Kevin Danso
- Injury: Toe/Foot
- Expected return date: Undetermined
The most concerning injury update following the Man City match was the news that Kevin Danso had "snapped" a ligament in his big toe, according to Thomas Frank. The Spurs defender apparently picked up the injury during an aerial duel while on the pitch against Eintracht Frankfurt.
There is still very little known about his potential absence, with tests still to be conducted, but it did sound like he'll need a bit of time to recover.
Micky van de Ven
- Injury: Undisclosed
- Expected return date: February 7 (vs. Man United)
Frank said Van de Ven had "a minor thing" that meant he couldn't travel to Germany for their European victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. It was hoped the defender will be available to face Manchester City last weekend, but he was not ready to see the field after Frank said his recovery is "touch and go."
It seems likely he will return here after the week of rest, but nothing can be taken for granted at this point.
Pedro Porro
- Injury: Hamstring
- Expected return date: February 22 (vs. Arsenal)
Spurs confirmed on Tuesday that Porro was facing four weeks out with a hamstring injury. He will likely target the north London derby for his return.
Lucas Bergvall
- Injury: Ankle
- Expected return date: May
Bergvall suffered a high ankle sprain during the Champions League win over Borussia Dortmund on January 20. Three days later he underwent surgery and is set for around three months on the sidelines.
Ben Davies
- Injury: Fractured ankle
- Expected return date: June
Davies was injured in the loss to West Ham, and Spurs announced on January 19 that he would need surgery on a broken ankle. It means the experienced defender, who is out of contract at the end of June, could have played his final game for the club.
Richarlison
- Injury: Hamstring
- Expected return date: March
Richarlison limped off in the FA Cup loss to Aston Villa with a hamstring problem. Frank confirmed on January 15 that the forward was facing up to seven weeks out, which would see him sidelined until the beginning of March.
Rodrigo Bentancur
- Injury: Hamstring
- Expected return date: March
After picking up a hamstring injury late in the January defeat to Bournemouth, Bentancur could be out a significant amount of time. In the immediate aftermath of the match, Frank felt confident enough to proclaim that the injury "looks like a bigger one, unfortunately."
That likely means its a Grade 2 or Grade 3 injury, which could keep him out anywhere from 6-8 weeks for a Grade 2 injury to multiple months if surgery is required to repair the muscle. More should be known after further scans are conducted.
Mohammed Kudus
- Injury: Quad
- Expected return date: March
Kudus was injured in the early January draw with Sunderland and following a scan over the next few days, unfortunate news was revealed. Thomas Frank stated on January 8 that Kudus would be out until after the March international break.
Dejan Kulusevski
- Injury: Knee
- Expected return date: February 10 (vs. Newcastle United)
Kulusevski's absence has been felt by club and country with the Sweden international yet to feature this season after undergoing knee surgery in May. He was expected back before the end of 2025, but Spurs continually refuse to give a timeline for his return. Even Frank has been frustrated by his continued absence, saying in late December: "When they are ready to be close to joining the squad then I will provide an update."
That update eventually did come in early January, when the club stated he was still 3-4 weeks away from returning to training, at which point he would likely need further ramping up to regain fitness.
James Maddison
- Injury: ACL tear
- Expected return date: June 2026
Maddison suffered ACL damage in a preseason game against Newcastle United in August, with his campaign over before it even started. The England international has left a creative gap in Frank's team, but due to the length of his rehabilitation, he's not expected to feature again this season.
Kota Takai
- Injury: Thigh
- Expected return date: Unknown
Japan international Takai is yet to make his Spurs debut following a summer move from Kawasake Frontale.
Tottenham predicted lineup vs. Man United
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Vicario (GK)
Spence, Romero, Dragusin, Udogie
Bissouma, Gallagher
Tel, Simons, Odobert
Kolo Muani
Tottenham next five games
After wrapping up the league phase in the Champions League, Tottenham start February with a daunting double-header with the Manchester clubs. Newcastle and the north London derby against Arsenal complete a tough month.
- Man United vs. Tottenham | Premier League | Saturday, February 7
- Tottenham vs. Newcastle | Premier League | Tuesday, February 10
- Tottenham vs. Arsenal | Premier League | Sunday, February 22
- Fulham vs. Tottenham | Premier League | Sunday, March 1
- Tottenham vs. Crystal Palace | Premier League | Thursday, March 15
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