Dejan Kulusevski is said to be out for Tottenham Hotspur 's Europa League round of 16 first leg against AZ in Alkmaar due to a foot injury.
Kulusevski did not start for Spurs in their last Premier League match against Manchester City but did feature as a substitute midway through the second half of their 1-0 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Sweden international had, before that rest, played every minute of their first five matches in February.
Dropping down to the bench ended a streak of 11 consecutive league games that Kulusevski both started and finished, stretching back to mid-December. However, he now seems set to miss a first match for club or country since January last year.
The Mail reports that the midfielder is having tests to determine the extent of his foot injury. But it is claimed Kulusevski seems sure to miss the AZ match and the weekend's game against Bournemouth.
The publication also acknowledges the possibility he will not play again before the upcoming international break. If so, Kulusevski would be absent for the round of 16 second leg and a visit to Craven Cottage for a fixture against Fulham.
After that, a month from now, Chelsea host Spurs at Stamford Bridge in the latter's second straight match in Fulham. However, any extended absence of Kulusevski could coincide with the possible returns of Dominic Solanke and Richarlison.
Spurs head coach Ange Postecoglou said in mid-February there was an expectation that the two forwards could be ready in three weeks. If that is still the timeline, they may be in contention to play against the Cherries this weekend.