Tottenham have been boosted by the news that forward Randal Kolo Muani does not require surgery for a facial injury suffered in the draw versus Manchester United.
The France international was involved in a heavy collision with United defender Harry Maguire in the first half of the 2-2 draw and was replaced by Wilson Odobert.
Muani is understood to have suffered damage to his jaw in the incident and was sent to see a specialist on Monday to discover the extent of the injury.
Initial reports have suggested he could miss up to eight weeks - a period that would run into months if it was deemed surgery was required.
However, it is understood Muani has been told he does not need an operation and while club medics do not want to put a definitive timescale on his return, there is optimism the 26-year-old can return to action well in advance of the feared six to eight-week period.
Kolo Muani joined on transfer deadline day from Juventus on an initial season-long loan deal.
The start of his Spurs career was hampered by a dead leg but he has made eight appearances for Thomas Frank's side since his arrival, though is yet to score.