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Tottenham’s fortunes may be changing on the pitch following back-to-back wins in the Premier League, but their injury luck remains the same.

Creative spark James Maddison was a doubt for Spurs’ clash with Chelsea last weekend and then was forced off early in the second half with a groin problem.

As Tottenham await a proper timeline for Maddison’s recovery, head coach Roberto De Zerbi will anticipate the returns of Lucas Bergvall, Destiny Udogie and Tosin Adarabioyo.

Mykhailo Mudryk’s injury remains a concern for Spurs, with fellow summer signing Savio still a little while away from a return to action.

Here is all the latest Tottenham injury news and potential return dates...

James Maddison has endured a torrid time with injuries over the past 18 months

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James Maddison

Maddison only exited the treatment room a little under two weeks ago, but the seven-time England international looks set for another spell on the sidelines after pulling up during the second half of Spurs’ win over rivals Chelsea.

Having returned from a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament late last season, Maddison picked up a shoulder fracture at the start of the current campaign.

It is believed that Maddison then sustained an issue in his groin during the Chelsea game, with further tests required ahead of this weekend’s clash with Crystal Palace.

Spurs fans will take comfort in the fact that Maddison was walking unaided after the game and was on the pitch during Tottenham’s celebrations at Stamford Bridge.

Potential return date: Unknown, pending further assessment

Destiny Udogie

Left wing-back Udogie has missed both of Spurs’ Premier League wins this campaign, with De Zerbi stating that his fellow Italian’s absence is due to a “fitness issue”.

A knee injury picked up against Manchester United has left the former Udinese man unable to train, much to De Zerbi’s frustration.

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Speaking ahead of the Chelsea game, De Zerbi shared: “[Udogie] is not available.

“With the medical staff, we are trying to find the best way for him.

“But after Manchester United, I have not worked with him, and it is a problem.”

Potential return date: November

Tosin Adarabioyo

Tosin looked impressive against Coventry in his first start since joining Tottenham - but in typical Spurs fashion, the defender’s full debut was interrupted by a suspected calf issue.

While De Zerbi implied that the injury was not too serious in the build-up to the Chelsea game, he missed out on the matchday squad entirely.

Potential return date: Saturday October 31, vs Crystal Palace (H)

Lucas Bergvall

Swedish midfielder Bergvall has been absent since Spurs’ plucky draw at Old Trafford. The knock he picked up against Manchester United is not believed to be serious, with a confirmed timeline given by De Zerbi.

It is hoped that Bergvall will be available for selection this weekend, after two weeks out injured.

Speaking earlier in October, De Zerbi stated: “Bergvall had a problem in Manchester early on in the first chance he created for [Dominic] Solanke.

“He felt pain in his knee but felt fine and on Sunday he came to the training ground and he'll be out for two weeks.”

Potential return date: Saturday October 31, vs Crystal Palace (H)

Savio has made four Premier League appearances since joining Tottenham from Manchester City

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Savio

There was a third casualty for Spurs during the 1-1 draw with Manchester United, with summer signing Savio still out injured.

The issue has been described as a muscle issue by De Zerbi, with the exact nature of the injury still unclear. As such, there is no confirmed return date for the Brazilian, meaning it is uncertain whether the ex-Manchester City winger will be fit enough to feature before the next international break in November.

De Zerbi commented: “Unfortunately, Savio, on Tuesday before leaving for Marbella, felt a muscular problem and we have lost him for some weeks.”

Potential return date: Saturday November 21, vs Ipswich (H)

Mykhailo Mudryk

Spurs supporters are still waiting to get a proper glimpse of Chelsea loanee Mudryk, the Ukrainian making just one appearance since temporarily swapping west London for north London.

De Zerbi described the ankle injury Mudryk picked up in training as “stupid”, but no further details have been provided beyond a rough timeframe of six to eight weeks given in mid-September.

That timeline would see Mudryk available for selection in early November. That being said, Spurs have been extra cautious this season, and are likely to remain so with a player that has not played back-to-back competitive games since November 2024.

Potential return date: Early November

Wilson Odobert

Odobert is a long-term absentee, with the winger recovering from an ACL tear sustained in Spurs’ defeat by Newcastle back in February.

Stepping up his recovery at Hotspur Way since undergoing surgery, Odobert is said to be progressing well. There has been some noise that Odobert could make a quicker recovery than the typical nine-month timeframe suggested for torn ACLs.

Potential return date: December

Xavi Simons

Yet another Tottenham player to suffer an ACL injury, Simons has been absent since April.

The Dutch international was quick to go under the knife, missing the Netherlands’ World Cup campaign. Simons is now stepping up his recovery at Hotspur Way based on his social media posts.

The midfielder shared a video showing that he is now training with a ball at his feet.

That being said, Simons’ return from injury is not likely before the turn of the year.

Potential return date: Early 2027

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At a delayed, yet star-studded, ceremony at the London Palladium on Monday, Kane beat competition from Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal after a superb campaign for club and country.

Managing to remain composed in his acceptance speech, Kane made sure to mention former club Tottenham for helping pave the way to make history.

"Thank you to Tottenham Hotspur as well,” he said. "I wouldn't be where I am today without Tottenham. All the guidance, all the coaches you have allowed me to live my dream. For all those moments, all the ups and downs along the way has led me to this moment here today.

"To all the fans, Bayern, England fans, Spurs fans and all my fans around the world. I love you in this room tonight.

"The support you give me - I appreciate it all. I remember being a fan not long ago and what it means to play football. It was a dream of mine.

"Any time I can give back to you guys is an honour and privilege to do so."

"Made it a good omen for me tonight. Thank you to everyone who voted for me. I can imagine it was tough this year.

The Bayern Munich striker was hotly tipped to become the first Englishman to win the top individual prize since Michael Owen in 2001, and he pipped Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal to the prize.

A huge blunder was made before the ceremony as articles were mistakenly published revealing all three to have won the award, before they were quickly deleted, forcing an official statement to be released to clarify the error.

Kane emerged victorious in a ceremony that was delayed by 45 minutes at the London Palladium, and the former Spurs forward scooped the prize presented to him by two-time winner Ronaldo Nazario.

"I wouldn't be where I am today without Tottenham. All the guidance, all the coaches you have allowed me to live my dream. For all those moments, all the ups and downs along the way has led me to this moment here today.

"To all the fans, Bayern, England fans, Spurs fans and all my fans around the world. I love you in this room tonight.

"The support you give me - I appreciate it all. I remember being a fan not long ago and what it means to play football. It was a dream of mine.

Harry Kane could be set for a bumper week as the Ballon d'Or favourite closes in on a new contract with Bayern Munich.

Kane is in London on Monday as the favourite to win the sport's most prestigious prize, though faces stiff competition from Kylian Mbappe.

The England captain has been in talks with Bayern over a contract extension for some time, with his current deal set to expire at the end of this season.

“I’m extremely happy here. The talks are ongoing. I really appreciate the support the fans are showing me here,” Kane told beIN SPORTS in September.

Kane's former club Tottenham have a confirmed clause in the current contract which means they can match any bid made for the striker.

Transfer journalist Fabrizo Romano suggested that Bayern would look at removing such clauses as they look to tie down the striker and rule out a return to the Premier League.

It remains to be seen if Tottenham are due any financial reward should Kane win the Ballon d'Or.

“It’s about the length of the contract, how many years, how to sort that clause Harry Kane had in his contract for a Premier League return, for Tottenham matching rights,” Romano recently said on his YouTube channel.

Bayern supervisory board member Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has also expressed confidence that a deal can be reached, praising Kane’s importance to the club.

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Tottenham are finally starting to click on the pitch, but their injury woes continue.

James Maddison shook off a knock to produce another fine display as Spurs beat Chelsea, but was forced off with a suspected groin injury during the famous win.

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The midfielder re-joins a packed treatment room, though the likes of Destiny Udogie, Tosin Adarabioyo and Lucas Bergvall are not far off a return. Savio is a little further away and there remains question marks over Mykhailo Mudryk’s fitness.

Here is all the latest Tottenham injury news and potential return dates...

James Maddison

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James Maddison

Tottenham will again be sweating over James Maddison’s fitness after the midfielder was forced off against Chelsea.

The midfielder, starting his second game in six days, pulled up off the ball just minutes into the second half and soon sat down on the pitch.

After talking to his team-mates, it was quickly decided that Maddison could not continue and Conor Gallagher replaced him.

Initial reports suggest Maddison suffered a groin injury, but he will be assessed by the club ahead of next week’s game against Crystal Palace.

Maddison was seen walking fairly freely after the game.

Potential return date: Unknown

Destiny Udogie

Destiny Udogie missed the win over Coventry and was again absent at Chelsea, with Roberto De Zerbi admitting the fitness issues are “a problem”.

The left-back is struggling with a knee injury pick up against Manchester United, and has not been able to train since.

“[Udogie] is not available,” De Zerbi said on Friday. “With the medical staff, we are trying to find the best way for him.

“But after Manchester United, I have not worked with him, and it is a problem.”

Potential return date: November

Tosin Adarabioyo

Tosin Adarabioyo was also absent at former club Chelsea, days after making his first league start of the season and producing one of the best performances on the pitch.

That performance was cut short by a suspected calf injury, and despite De Zerbi attempting to play down suggestions of an injury after the game the centre-back was not named in the squad at Chelsea.

Potential return date: October 31 vs Crystal Palace (H)

Lucas Bergvall

Lucas Bergvall was another Tottenham player to suffer an injury at Old Trafford, picking up a knock while attempting to create a chance for Dominic Solanke.

Fortunately, the midfielder is not expected to be sidelined for an extended period, with Roberto De Zerbi confirming he would be out for two weeks.

Speaking earlier in October, De Zerbi explained: “Bergvall had a problem in Manchester early on in the first chance he created for Solanke. He felt pain in his knee but felt fine and on Sunday he came to the training ground and he'll be out for two weeks.”

Potential return date: October 31 vs Crystal Palace (H)

Savio

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Savio

Tottenham summer signing Savio suffered an injury following the draw against Manchester United, leaving the winger facing several weeks on the sidelines. The setback occurred before the squad travelled to Marbella, raising concerns about his availability for upcoming fixtures.

Roberto De Zerbi confirmed the news, saying: “Unfortunately, Savio, on Tuesday before leaving for Marbella, felt a muscular problem and we have lost him for some weeks.”

The exact nature of Savio’s muscular issue remains unclear, with no confirmed return date provided. It also remains uncertain whether the winger will recover in time to feature before the next international break.

Potential return date: November 21 vs Ipswich (H)

Mykhailo Mudryk

Loan signing Mykhailo Mudryk featured just once for his new club before suffering a long-term ankle injury. Roberto De Zerbi described the setback as “stupid,” with reports suggesting the winger would be sidelined for six to eight weeks.

Updates on Mudryk’s recovery have been limited since the initial diagnosis. However, that original timeframe could put him in contention for a return to action in early November, although Spurs have been cautious with players and will be in no rush to throw Mudryk back in

Potential return date: November 21 vs Ipswich (H)

Wilson Odobert

Odobert also tore the ACL in his left knee as Newcastle beat Tottenham back in February.

He underwent surgery and has been in recovery at Hotspur Way since. He is said to be progressing well, though, and could return sooner than the usual nine-month recovery timeline might suggest.

Potential return date: December

Xavi Simons

Simons was struck down with an ACL injury when Tottenham visited Wolves in April.

He immediately underwent surgery and missed the Netherlands’ World Cup campaign, but is pushing through his recovery at Hotspur Way.

He shared a video to his social media this week training with a ball at his feet, suggesting he is making positive progress.

Despite that, he is not expected to feature until the new year.

Potential return date: January

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Chelsea and Tottenham were locked at 0-0 at half-time of their London derby showdown on Saturday evening. One of the Premier League’s fiercest rivalries had yet to ignite at a wet and windy Stamford Bridge, with Spurs certainly having the best of the opening 45 minutes at a ground where they have struggled woefully over the last three decades. Omar Marmoush wasted their best chance with a close-range effort that was fired straight at Mike Penders.

Chelsea initially looked out of sorts after back-to-backs wins under Xabi Alonso, who is without Joao Pedro due to an injury sustained in training on Friday. Summer signing Geovany Quenda was a shock selection to make his first Premier League start in attack, while Penders did likewise in goal amid the absence of usual first-choice No1 Emi Martinez. Both sides will hope to kick on after the break in an attempt to claim bragging rights as the rain begins to ease.

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It’s all over - what a performance and result for Spurs, who claim the rarest of away wins at Stamford Bridge. Only their second since 1990.

A superb second half from Roberto De Zerbi’s men, who now have back-to-back victories to finally get their Premier League campaign up and running in style.

They are up to 12th in the table, having been bottom last week. It’s their highest league position since New Year’s Day.

A real off night for Chelsea against their fierce rivals and a first home defeat under Xabi Alonso.

They lost their heads at the end and Cole Palmer will be a big miss after his dismissal, with Joao Pedro also injured.

They stay fourth ahead of Liverpool for now, but could well be leapfrogged tomorrow.

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Alonso has finally sent on Welbeck, far too late.

He replaced Neto.

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Gary Neville is adamant on Sky Sports that also should have been red.

Rogers - and Palmer - could have been sent off at Everton too last weekend.

Chelsea’s familiar problems with discipline are quickly resurfacing again.

It’s only yellow for Rogers.

“They’ve lost it’, says Neville.

“Xabi Alonso just needs to get them off the pitch.”

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He’s had a mostly frustrating night after coming into the Tottenham team, but that is an outstanding solo goal from Tel.

He wins possession inside the Spurs half and then charges forward, leaving hapless defenders in his wake before firing low beyond Penders.

The Spurs fans behind that goal are in dreamland and De Zerbi is celebrating on the pitch.

What a moment!

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Acheampong makes a crucial sliding challenge on Tel inside the Chelsea box before Penders saves from Gallagher.

Neto is also in the book.

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He can have no complaints. He could have been sent off for both offences.

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Chelsea’s back-up goalkeeper tries to punch away a corner under huge pressure in his six-yard box from Van Hecke, but the ball ends up going off his hand and into the back of the net.

A dreadful moment on his first Premier League start and the away end erupts.

The camera pans straight to the injured Martinez behind the Blues bench.

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A long-range Spurs effort is also deflected wide.

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I think it was De Zerbi who was shown yellow.

Estevao is on for Chelsea, replacing Quenda.

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Fernandes handles the ball in the challenge on the ground and Palmer reacts furiously, barging into the face of the Portuguese, who was on the floor and falls back.

That didn’t look good at all.

Fernandes, Palmer and Van de Ven have all been shown yellow after the flare-up that followed.

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On a wet and wild evening in west London, Tottenham bared their teeth and held their nerve to register their first win at Stamford Bridge since 2018 and record back-to-back wins for only the third time in the last 12 months.

Tottenham’s record at Stamford Bridge needs no explanation. This is just their second win in 42 attempts at Chelsea’s home ground and their second in 15 games home or away.

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Under Roberto De Zerbi, though, Spurs are beginning to develop a fearlessness and an identity that had Xabi Alonso’s fledgling Chelsea team worried all night.

Without Joao Pedro in the side, Chelsea struggled to exert the sort of authority they have become used to in this fixture, and Spurs took their opportunity with a punchy performance that breathes new life into a season that had looked to be slipping away from them before the international break.

De Zerbi took a risk in starting James Maddison, and may well pay the consequences after he was withdrawn early into the second half. But the Englishman’s quick feet and ability to find space between the lines gave Spurs confidence and a platform to push on for a historic victory.

As was the case against Manchester United two weeks ago, Spurs played with intent and direction, dictating the game on their terms.

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The midfield pivot of Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali was given a rare chance to impress, and it was their composure, physicality and intent which gave Spurs the edge.

Spurs spent £185million to bring the pair to the club over the summer, but their minutes together have been limited, with Fernandes adapting to a new club and new expectations.

Injuries and suspensions gave De Zerbi little option other than to start Fernandes. But he excelled with a performance that combined neat first-time passes with arcing switches of play and an unshakeable robustness to come out fighting from a game where challenges flew in from all angles.

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Spurs, winless in their previous four away game this season, brought power and passion to the occasion. Chelsea, on the other hand, wilted as the weather closed in.

Spurs have come back from the international break re-energised. They were unlucky to only take a point against United, while they showed their ruthlessness to beat a stubborn Coventry side on Monday.

The opening goal may have been a stroke of luck, with Mike Penders punching the ball into his own net, but there was nothing fortunate about the final result, and Mathys Tel’s finish from the edge of the box was no less than they deserved.

De Zerbi knows what this result means. Unblemished by what has gone before, he and his players have written their own history in this fixture and have given themselves the result and performance their well-heeled new era needed after a stuttering start.

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Gary Neville believes Chelsea should have had two players sent off during Saturday's rare home defeat to Tottenham.

An own goal from Mike Penders followed by a fine strike from Mathys Tel secured Spurs' first win at Stamford Bridge in over eight years.

Spurs dominated from the first minute, firmly deserving the win, but Cole Palmer's red card after the opening goal made their job easier.

Cole Palmer narrowly escaped a straight red card minutes earlier when shoving Matheus Fernandes, who was prone on the floor, in the face with his hip.

Minutes later a tough tackle on Conor Gallagher was enough for the referee to give Palmer his marching orders.

"Palmer has lost his head," Neville said while on co-commentary duty for Sky Sports.

Tel added a second goal from distance to wrap up the win, but there was still time for more wreckless tackling from Chelsea as Morgan Rogers tripped Gallagher as the game entered injury time.

Rogers was shown a yellow card for the tackle, but Neville believes the England man should have also been sent off.

"I think that's a red," Neville said. “I do. He's absolutely wellied him with no intent.