Tottenham Hotspur Injury Update: Latest on Dejan Kulusevski, Destiny Udogie and more | OneFootball

Tottenham Injuries: Latest Updates on Bissouma, Udogie, Kulusevski and More

Tottenham’s season may have started with three points, but optimism at Hotspur Way is tempered by an ever-growing injury list. Thomas Frank, new at the helm, already faces a formidable challenge: stitching together a coherent side while key players are sidelined. For a squad built on rhythm and tactical cohesion, the sheer number of absentees threatens to define their early campaign.

Udogie edging closer to return

Destiny Udogie’s absence has been keenly felt. The full-back missed the pre-season tour of Asia after a knee problem sustained in the warm-up against Luton.

Frank initially admitted: “Destiny got a knee injury that we’re assessing at the moment that just kept him out for this pre-season tour. When we know more, we’ll update more.”

More recently, his update carried cautious optimism: “Destiny is closer and getting closer to train with the group.”Still, no firm return date has been given, leaving Tottenham without one of their most dynamic outlets on the left.

Bissouma setback disrupts midfield balance

Yves Bissouma has yet to feature this season, a frustration compounded by a late training-ground setback. He had already been omitted for disciplinary reasons in the UEFA Super Cup, and his absence against Burnley was down to injury.

Frank confirmed: “Unfortunately he got injured in training yesterday so very unfortunate. An injury we look into how much it is.”

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With James Maddison also missing long-term, the heart of Tottenham’s midfield looks thin. Bissouma’s energy and composure on the ball will be difficult to replace until his recovery is clearer.

Kulusevski’s long road back

Dejan Kulusevski remains one of the more serious concerns. His knee surgery in May has ruled him out for months, with only tentative signs of progress.

Frank admitted: “I don’t like to put a timeline on it [but] put it this way: he’s not ready for the first game of the season.”

The Swedish international recently shared a short clip of himself juggling a football with the caption: “First time since May.” Encouraging, yes, but Frank warned supporters not to expect a swift return: “Kulusevski is out for a long time, which I spoke about before.”

A realistic timeline points towards late 2025, meaning Tottenham may have to adapt without one of their most creative forces.

Maddison and Dragusin among long-term absentees

James Maddison’s ACL injury, sustained against Newcastle in pre-season, is the cruellest blow of all. The club has confirmed surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation, with April 2026 the earliest possible return.

Meanwhile, Radu Dragusin continues his recovery from his own ACL setback in January. The defender described the ordeal: “I had to learn how to walk again. I was on crutches, my knee was really stiff from the surgery. It was a long process but, once I got back to normal walking, it became a positive journey.”

He hopes to be back in training by late 2025, though his defensive presence is sorely missed already.

Tottenham’s injuries are mounting at a worrying pace. From promising youngsters like Kota Takai to deeper squad members such as Bryan Gil and Manor Solomon, Frank’s options are severely limited. How Spurs navigate this turbulent period could determine whether their campaign is one of promise or frustration.