Tottenham Hotspur are bracing for the potential loss of Lucas Bergvall, their Swedish international, who may be sidelined for up to three months due to an ankle injury. The severity of the injury is yet to be confirmed as Spurs medics continue their assessment.
Bergvall suffered the injury during Tottenham's 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in a recent Champions League match. Despite attempting to play on, he was eventually substituted in the second half. This incident has raised concerns about his availability for future games and could significantly impact Tottenham's performance this season.
The 19-year-old player has been a key figure in Thomas Frank's team since joining Tottenham in February 2024. He has made 26 appearances for the North London side this season alone. His absence will undoubtedly be felt by both his teammates and fans alike. This news comes as a blow to head coach Thomas Frank who did not provide a timescale for Bergvall’s return during his news conference before Saturday’s Premier League match at Burnley.
Worst case scenario
Initial tests suggest that Bergvall could face up to three months out of action - a worst-case scenario that would see him miss several crucial matches. However, final confirmation is still pending from Spurs' medical team regarding how severe Bergvall's injury truly is.
Tottenham currently sits at 14th place in the Premier League after experiencing a disappointing first half of the season under Coach Frank. The Dane has had to contend with numerous injuries within his squad this term including James Maddison, Rodrigo Bentancur, Mohammed Kudus, Dejan Kulusevski and Ben Davies all being out long-term.
Richarlison is expected to return from a thigh injury in six weeks, while Palhinha also remains sidelined due to an injury. The potential loss of Bergvall only adds to the growing list of injured players, further challenging Tottenham's prospects this season. The coming weeks will be crucial for Tottenham Hotspur as they navigate through these challenges and strive to improve their standing in the Premier League. Fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike will be keenly watching how Coach Frank manages his squad amidst these setbacks.
