Tottenham’s injury crisis continues to grow.
Destiny Udogie was forced off injured against Manchester United on Saturday, as he became the latest Tottenham player to suffer an injury blow.
Dejan Kulusevski was left out of Spurs’ Champions League squad for the knockout phases, showing that he’s likely still some way off being ready to play again.
Meanwhile, James Maddison underwent surgery on a ruptured ACL in his knee back in August last year, and isn’t expected to be back before the end of the season.
James Maddison reacts to Jack Grealish injury revelation
Spurs have really missed Maddison’s creativity and attacking production this season, with the 29-year-old scoring 12 goals and providing 10 assists in 45 games last term.
As such, it goes without saying that Thomas Frank could really do with the England international being available to him at the moment, as his team continue to struggle in the Premier League.
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Tottenham were beaten 2-0 by Man United last time out, in a game where Spurs only recorded seven shots, with just one of those being on target.
But, Tottenham aren’t the only team dealing with a crushing injury to a talismanic attacker, as Everton have received some devastating news of their own in that regard.
Posting to his Instagram account on Monday, Maddison’s England teammate Jack Grealish has revealed that he’s undergone surgery on a foot stress fracture, a procedure that will now end his season.
“Didn’t want the season to end like this, but that’s football, gutted. Surgery done and now all focus on getting back fit,” Grealish said.
“I know for sure I will come back fitter, stronger and better than before. The support I’ve had since coming to this unbelievable club has meant the world to me.
“I’ll be backing the lads all the way and doing everything I can to get back as soon as possible. Thank you again for all the love, it means so much.”
Stars from across the Premier League were among thousands to leave messages of support to Grealish, and Maddison was one of them, as he simply responded by sending three white heart emojis.
Xavi Simons is waiting to form partnership with Maddison
If there’s one Tottenham player who’s probably missing Maddison the most, it’s Xavi Simons.
The 22-year-old attacking midfielder is enjoying a solid debut season in N17, scoring twice and providing five assists in 30 total appearances so far after signing from RB Leipzig last summer.
However, there is a real consensus feeling among Spurs fans that the Dutchman could have considerably more goal involvements than that had if he been playing alongside Maddison this season.
The two could form one of the best attacking midfield partnerships in the Premier League, as other Spurs players in this department, such as Wilson Odobert, simply haven’t stepped up to replace Maddison this term.
With relegation becoming a growing fear, Frank needs his best players back very quickly.