With the international break in full swing, Ange Postecoglou will be hoping that no more of his Tottenham players join the injury club over the next two weeks.
The Spurs boss is already dealing with a few key injuries but will hope that the period of Premier League absence can allow his players to get back to full fitness.
Star like Son Heung-Min have seen limited action so far for South Korea, leaving his fitness fairly well known after a few injury worries this season already. James Maddison also played 73 minutes in England’s 1-0 win over Australia in a rotated Three Lions squad.
Brennan Johnson
The Welsh striker was left out of the Wales squad by manager Rob Page in order to not jeopardise his health, after he suffered a thigh injury against Arsenal in the North London Derby.
He’s the likeliest of those out injured for Postecoglou to come back into the matchday squad after the international break but nothing is yet confirmed.
“Both managers want a talented player fit so it’s about working together. I’m not going to insist that he has to come away and we’re going to play him, jeopardise his safety and health.
“I wouldn’t do that. But they also understand the importance of our games. We’ve had great conversations with them, but ultimately his injury will dictate whether he can meet up or not.”
Rodrigo Bentancur
The Argentinian midfielder was a big loss towards the end of last season following his bad knee injury. Since then, he’s been spotted in training, doing one-to-one drills and gym exercises but is still expected to be sidelined until mid-November at the earliest.
What has been said: “Ryan (Sessegnon) and Rodrigo are still well off [in terms of a return to action].”
Possible return date: Aston Villa (H) – Sunday, November 26
Ryan Sessegnon
Another star who is yet to feature under Postecoglou, Sessegnon has been recovering from a thigh injury and is likely to come back around the same time as Bentancur.
What has been said: “Ryan (Sessegnon) and Rodrigo are still well off [in terms of a return to action].”
Manor Solomon
The Israeli winger was forced to have surgery on his knee after a recent injury in training has left him sidelined for the next few months at least.
It’ll come as a blow to Postecoglou’s side, which has seen Solomon fit in perfectly on both wings, with him grabbing two assists in the 5-2 win over Burnley.
What has been said: “Solomon has suffered a meniscus injury to his right knee in training [and] he underwent surgery the same day.
Ivan Perisic
The veteran full-back suffered a bad ACL injury last month and will do well to return before the end of the season. It’s entirely possible that even if he does retain full fitness before May, he sits out until next season.
What has been said: “We can confirm that Ivan has suffered a complex Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury in his right knee. The experienced Croatia international sustained the injury in non-contact training and will undergo surgery.”
Possible return date: June, 2024
The youngster suffered a long-term injury back in August and is unlikely to return for the club this season.
What has been said: “Alfie has undergone surgery following an injury sustained to his ankle whilst on pre-season tour. He will now begin his rehab with our medical team, and a date for his to return to training will be determined in due course.”
Possible return date: 2024
