Tottenham Hotspur, under the guidance of new manager Ange Postecoglou, has shown immense character in their recent 4-1 comeback victory over West Ham. This victory was a significant bounce back from their previous 3-2 defeat against Brighton. However, as Spurs gear up for crucial fixtures against AZ Alkmaar and Crystal Palace, two key injury concerns persist.
The return of captain Heung-min Son after a three-game absence due to a hamstring issue was undoubtedly the biggest boost for Tottenham. His importance to Postecoglou’s system is undeniable, and his timely return marked with a goal could not have been more opportune.
However, despite this positive news, there are still concerns over Wilson Odobert and Djed Spence who remain sidelined due to injuries.
Positive news on the way
Richarlison also made an appearance towards the end of the game after recovering from a calf injury. Although his participation was limited to a cameo role, it signals depth in Tottenham’s attack - an essential factor as they face an increasing number of fixtures.
Wilson Odobert remains out due to a hamstring injury he suffered during their Carabao Cup fixture against Coventry. Despite progress in his recovery process since then, he is expected to miss upcoming matches. However, there is optimism from Postecoglou that the former Burnley winger will soon return to full training.
On another note, Djed Spence continues his hiatus from action owing to a groin strain picked up during training last week. While no specific date has been set for his return yet; given Postecoglou’s cautious approach it seems unlikely that he will feature in the next two games even though reports suggest that the injury is minor.
Upcoming challenges for Tottenham
With key fixtures against AZ Alkmaar on October 24 and Crystal Palace on October 27, Tottenham will aim to build momentum in both Premier League and Europa League matches. Fans are hopeful that Odobert and Spence will make a swift return, especially considering the intensity of Postecoglou’s pressing style which requires all hands on deck.
While there are some injury concerns for Spurs as they approach these crucial matches, the return of key players like Son and Richarlison provides a significant boost. The team's resilience under new management has been commendable so far, and fans will be eagerly waiting to see how they perform in their upcoming games.
