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Tottenham Hotspur fans have voiced their frustrations after Mohammed Kudus suffered a major injury setback following his return to training, amid the club’s relegation battle.

With seven games left in the Premier League and Tottenham Hotspur embroiled in a relegation scrap, the focus in the coming weeks is to pick up more points than their relegation rivals.

Spurs have since turned to Roberto De Zerbi to help guide them to safety following disappointing spells under Thomas Frank and Igor Tudor.

The former Brighton manager has since begun work on the training pitches and received significant boosts on the injury front, with Mathys Tel and Mohammed Kudus returning ahead of his debut against Sunderland.

Kudus has been one of Tottenham’s most creative players this season, ranking highly on the charts for chances created and dribbles completed. But since his three-month absence, Spurs’ form has taken a big hit.

Tottenham winger Mohammed Kudus suffers fresh injury setback

Journalist Tom Barclay has now revealed that Kudus has suffered a major setback on the injury front, just as he looked set to feature at the weekend against Sunderland. It is claimed that the fresh injury blow will require surgery if the Ghanaian international is to rectify the issue.

There has been no official confirmation from Tottenham as yet, nor has a timeline for his absence been announced. However, De Zerbi is set to address the media on Friday and should provide more clarity on Kudus’ situation.

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The latest update has sparked a strong reaction from Tottenham fans, who have been left frustrated by the report on the club’s winger. Taking to social media, one fan wrote: “Haha funny one, April fools was last week 😬😬😬”, while another added: “NO FU**ING WAY”.

Others also voiced their concerns, with one stating: “How are our medical team still in a job? Oh my god”, while another wrote: “Our chances of staying up has taken a fatal hit. A miracle is our last hope.”

Further reactions followed, with one fan saying: “We going down”, another adding: “SACK THE MEDICAL TEAM 😭🤦‍♂️”, while others commented: “We are doomed” and “Yeah, we’re getting relegated”.

A final supporter added: “I swear down the football gods are trying their best to send us down wtf is our luck this season I just want whatever is going to happen to happen now this season needs to end 😩”.

Spurs forced to find solutions after Mohammed Kudus blow

De Zerbi will now have to get creative as he searches for a solution to the latest setback, assuming he had plans to throw Kudus straight back into the mix.

While that would have been unlikely, Spurs could still field a fairly strong side when they travel to Sunderland on Sunday.

We could well see De Zerbi turn to Richarlison to cover on the right in the absence of a natural winger, or he could opt for a fluid setup where both Simons and Richarlison play but alternate positions depending on the game state.

The Italian could also opt to move Simons out to the left, while playing Tel as the right winger against the Black Cats.

There is no denying that this is a big blow for Spurs, as it seemed there was light at the end of the tunnel, only for another setback to arrive.

There has been a huge update on Mohammed Kudus ahead of Tottenham’s clash against Sunderland, just a day after it had emerged that the winger had returned to training.

Kudus has missed over three months of football, having been out of action with a hamstring injury since the start of the calendar year.

The Tottenham winger was expected to return to action this month, and there was a very promising update regarding the player on Wednesday.

It was revealed yesterday that Kudus had been spotted training with the Spurs squad ahead of Roberto De Zerbi’s first game in charge, but there has now been some bad news regarding the 25-year-old.

Tottenham star Mohammed Kudus suffers an injury setback

The Sun have revealed that the former West Ham star has now suffered a setback while stepping up his return from his hamstring injury.

Some sources suggest that he may even require surgery to fix the problem.

That means that the winger’s return is not expected for the foreseeable future, and the report says that there are even doubts over whether Kudus’ participation in this summer’s World Cup.

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Meanwhile, Alasdair Gold provides more information on the injury, revealing that the new issue is also a quad-related one for the Tottenham star.

Why Roberto De Zerbi was keen to work with Kudus

We know that the new Tottenham boss is a fan of the winger, with reports revealing that De Zerbi tried to take Kudus to Brighton in the past.

The Italian would have fancied his chances of getting the best out of the former Ajax man and would have hoped for the winger to be one of his side’s main creative fulcrums.

This latest development thus comes as terrible news for De Zerbi, whose challenge of keeping Tottenham up just got a lot harder.

Tottenham Hotspur want to sign one of the Championship Player of the Year nominees, but they hope to avoid playing in the division next season.

It was reported during the January window that Spurs were reportedly considering a move for Middlesbrough’s Hayden Hackney before they signed Conor Gallagher.

Spurs Web has relayed claims over recent weeks that Tottenham could go back in for the £30m-rated midfielder in the summer after missing out on him in January.

The Lilywhites may be hoping to complete a cut-price deal for the Boro man, but his value may be about to go up after he was shortlisted for a major award.

Tottenham target Hayden Hackney nominated for prestigious award

Spurs were already expected to face some competition for Hackney’s signature this summer, and his impressive displays this term at the Riverside Stadium have now been further highlighted, bringing him to the limelight.

The 23-year-old, who has five goals and eight assists this season in 38 league matches this term, has spearheaded Boro’s promotion push.

EFL have now announced on their official website that the England youth international has now made the shortlist for the Championship Player of the Season award.

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The Tottenham Hotspur target is one of four nominees for the award and will be competing for the prize with Coventry City’s Carl Rushworth, Millwall’s Femi Azeez and Swansea City’s Zan Vipotnik.

Spurs may fear that if Hackney wins the award and is recognised officially as the best player in the Championship, the competition for his signature could intensify, and Boro’s asking price may increase by a few million.

Spurs’ Hackney pursuit may depend on Middlesbrough’s fate this season

It has been reported that Hackney could remain at Middlesbrough next season if they get promoted to the Premier League.

However, it has been suggested by transfer insiders that the Tottenham target is certain to leave this summer if his club do not get promoted.

Kim Hellberg’s men looked huge favourites for an automatic promotion spot until recently, but a run of five winless games in the league has seen them drop down to third place.

Sean Dyche has given his take on the relegation battle and has told Roberto De Zerbi what he needs to prioritise to ensure Tottenham Hotspur stay in the Premier League.

Anticipation is building ahead at Tottenham ahead of Roberto De Zerbi’s first game in charge, with reports indicating that even the Spurs players are excited about working with the Italian.

However, neither the supporters, players, nor the staff can afford to get ahead of themselves, with relegation to the Championship more than just a distinct possibility for the club this season.

The new Tottenham boss has just seven games to prevent what would be the ultimate disaster, and a manager experienced at handling these situations has given De Zerbi some advice.

Sean Dyche tells Roberto De Zerbi to get Tottenham fit and organised

Sean Dyche has insisted that he would not have accepted the Tottenham job under any circumstances, but the former Burnley and Nottingham Forest boss has told De Zerbi what he needs to do at Spurs.

The 54-year-old suggested that the Italian should focus on getting his side organised rather than relying on talented players to get the club out of this situation.

When asked what Tottenham need to do to stay in the top-flight, Dyche told talkSPORT: “For me it would be: strong, fit and organised. That keeps you up, not just relying on talent. What’s the framework of the side?

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“What’s the energy, what’s the output? What’s the hard yards and how much of those are you putting in? You are going to find it very hard to stay in the Premier League if you don’t get the framework and the basics right.”

Dyche forsees a bounce for Spurs under De Zerbi

The experienced English coach refused to predict the outcome of the relegation battle, but he did give Spurs fans something to be optimistic about.

Dyche predicted that Tottenham had hit rock bottom and suggested the only way for them is up from here.

He added: “Tottenham have bottomed out, I’m sure, which means they can only get better. I’d be amazed if they don’t have a bounce. But I don’t think you can call it (the relegation battle). I have no clue who’s staying up.”

A reputable German outlet has made a confident claim regarding Tottenham’s latest stance on the future of Luka Vuskovic, but it may sound silly to Spurs fans.

Over recent months, several reports have suggested that Luka Vuskovic is attracting interest from elite clubs after winning several admirers with his displays on loan at Hamburg.

According to some sources, Spurs are worried that the centre-back would leave this summer without making a single appearance for the club, as the teenager’s list of admirers continues to grow.

It has previously been suggested that Tottenham value Vuskovic at around £61m, but it has now been claimed that the defender could move for a considerably lower fee.

Tottenham ready to sell Luka Vuskovic for a nominal fee

According to Sport BILD (as relayed by Sport Witness), Spurs have now officially put up Vuskovic for sale ahead of the summer transfer window.

The outlet claims that Tottenham ‘want to sell’ the 19-year-old on the back of his breakthrough season at HSV.

It is asserted that an offer of €40m (£35m) would be enough to prise the Croat away from the North London club this summer.

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However, it is revealed that even though RB Leipzig are interested in Vuskovic, Tottenham Hotspur’s asking price is thought to be too high for the Bundesliga club, who are not willing to spend over €25m (£21.7m) on the youngster.

Let’s be honest, Tottenham are likely to laugh any offers around £22m or £35m out of the room this summer, with other reports putting their valuation at double that.

Vuskvoic has made his stance on his future clear

The likes of Barcelona and Liverpool have also been credited with interest in Vuskovic, while some sources have suggested that Bayern Munich are also plotting a move for the Spurs teenager.

However, amid all the speculation, the centre-back made a clear statement about his future a few days ago.

Tottenham Hotspur are holding talks with an experienced Premier League defender regarding a free transfer to N17 in the summer.

Spurs’ backline may look very different next season, with reports indicating that Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven could both be on their way out of Tottenham.

Roberto De Zerbi may thus be in a position of needing two new centre-backs in the summer, although some may believe that Luka Vuskovic is ready for a first-team role at Spurs.

It has now been revealed that the Lilywhites have already begun efforts to secure the services of a South American centre-back.

Tottenham one of three clubs in talks with Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi

Over recent weeks, a number of reports have suggested that Spurs are keen on landing Marcos Senesi, whose contract at the Vitality Stadium runs out this summer.

Journalist Mark Brus has now revealed on CaughtOffside that Tottenham are currently in talks with the Argentine’s representatives regarding a free transfer.

He claims that Spurs are eyeing a deal for Senesi due to the doubts over Cristian Romero’s future, but they are not the only ones to have spoken to the player’s entourage.

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Chelsea and Liverpool have also touched base with the Bournemouth defender’s representatives ahead of the summer, while Atletico Madrid and Barcelona are also fans of the former Feyenoord man.

Where is Senesi likely to end up this summer?

Brus reveals that one of his sources is confident the centre-back is likely to end up in Spain this summer, despite growing interest from Premier League clubs.

However, the journalist claims to have heard from another well-placed source that Chelsea may be the ones to watch out for in the race for Senesi.

Brus adds that the Argentine international could have high wage demands since this would be the last big contract of his career, but playing time will also be a factor in his final decision.

There have been significant developments at Inter Milan regarding the club’s pursuit of Tottenham star Guglielmo Vicario.

It has been widely reported that Inter Milan are plotting a £16m move for Guglielmo Vicario this summer, as they search for a new number one to replace Yann Sommer.

In fact, it has been widely reported that the Tottenham goalkeeper has already agreed to join the Nerazzurri at the end of the season.

Just a couple of days ago, Fabrizio Romano also confirmed that Vicario’s talks with Inter have been positive, revealing that the Serie A club’s sporting director has even flown to London to hold discussions with the player.

Inter Milan need ‘further discussions’ before moving for Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario

CalcioMercato have now revealed that meetings have been ongoing at Inter over the past few days between the club’s ownership and football department regarding the summer targets.

One of the topics of discussion on Tuesday was Guglielmo Vicario, who has emerged as the ‘leading candidate’ for the number one role at the San Siro.

However, the report claims that ‘further discussions will be necessary’ at Inter before a final decision is made regarding a move for the Tottenham Hotspur man.

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The Italian club’s decision-makers will have to reach common ground on the topic of contract renewals and finalise their priority transfer objectives for the summer before making a decision on Vicario.

Spurs are interested in a goalkeeper who Roberto De Zerbi knows well

Reports continue to indicate that Tottenham are eyeing Man City’s James Trafford as a possible replacement for Vicario.

Trafford is not the only Premier League goalkeeper on the Lilywhites radar, with some sources claiming that Spurs are also considering a move for Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen.

A new report has revealed James Trafford’s stance on swapping Manchester City for Tottenham Hotspur this summer.

It has been widely reported over the last few months that Tottenham are eyeing a move for Trafford this summer, but the North Londoners have not been billed as the favourites to land the Man City star.

It was claimed by Football Insider last month that Trafford would prefer to join Aston Villa over Tottenham after Unai Emery’s man signalled their interest.

Meanwhile, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed last week that Newcastle United may also be well placed to beat Spurs to the 23-year-old, with the Magpies chasing the goalkeeper since last summer.

James Trafford’s transfer priority revealed as Tottenham step up race

TEAMtalk have now revealed that the view at Spurs is that Trafford is the ‘ideal candidate’ to replace Guglielmo Vicario as their number one this summer.

The outlet claims that Tottenham are now ‘pushing’ to land the Englishman this summer as they prepare for a busy transfer window ahead of Roberto De Zerbi’s first full season in charge.

It has been revealed that Man City are open to selling the goalkeeper, just a year after signing him from Burnley for £27m.

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Meanwhile, it is asserted that the player is keen to move in search of regular football after spending the season as Gianluigi Donnarumma’s understudy.

Trafford may even join Spurs if they get relegated

TEAMtalk say that the England international has made it clear that he wants to be the undisputed first choice at his next club, and Tottenham are ready to offer him that platform.

In fact, it is asserted that Trafford would consider becoming the Spurs number one even if they find themselves in the Championship next term. Of course, it would likely depend on what other offers he receives.

Alasdair Gold has revealed that one of Roberto De Zerbi’s coaching methods has proven a real hit with the Tottenham squad.

De Zerbi has now had a week to work with the Tottenham squad, although many internationals only joined the group last Friday.

The anticipation is building ahead of the Italian’s first game charge at the Stadium of Light, and supporters are eagerly waiting for his first press conference on Friday.

A reputed journalist, who is well-connected at Hotspur Way, has shed light on the mood at the club during the new Spurs boss’ first few days in charge.

Alasdair Gold reveals positive mood at Tottenham under Roberto De Zerbi

We heard reports earlier this week that some Spurs players had raved about De Zerbi to their friends after their first few training sessions with the 46-year-old.

Alasdair Gold has now confirmed that there is a real feeling of positivity at Tottenham in the lead up to the Italian’s first game in charge.

When asked what impact De Zerbi’s arrival has had at the club, the journalist said on Talking Tottenham podcast: “Training sessions early on have been really positive. You know, I was about to say, I’ve been fortunate to cover this club for a decade. I don’t know if it’s fortunate or mad or what it is, but certainly it’s been a long time.

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“Over that time, obviously, you build up a lot of links with players, people around players, people around training sessions, everything. The word so far has been really positive. We kind of knew this was going to be the case anyway.”

Spurs players are loving individualised training sessions under De Zerbi

The Football.London reporter revealed De Zerbi has already instituted a big change since arriving through the door, with the players being coached more individually.

Gold revealed that the players are really enjoying the individualised training and the new Spurs coach’s emphasis on improving each of them.

He added: “One of the things that I’ve been hearing out of Spurs from people around the players, and also just people that work in the building as well, is that the big thing that the players have really liked about De Zerbi so far is that they feel like they’re being coached individually as well.

“Rather than just trying to fit each player into his system, the Italian has been working with most players and trying to mould them into better players. It’s like, sometimes people come in with an overall philosophy, and it’s about that system.

“You work with this system, you do this, you do that, this is what I want. Whereas with him, there’s an element of that, but there’s also an element of, here’s what I want you to be like as a player, what I believe you can do.”

James Maddison has provided a timely update amid growing concern over his recovery at Tottenham following a strange video of his legs.

James Maddison is currently on the road to recovery after suffering an ACL injury in pre-season, which has kept him sidelined throughout the campaign so far.

However, the Englishman is making steady progress, having recently returned to training on the pitches at Hotspur Way, although he remains some way off a return to competitive action for Tottenham.

The latest injury updates suggest that Maddison is most likely to make his comeback in June, after the season has concluded.

Tottenham midfielder James Maddison responds to that leg video

With rehabilitation still the focus for the England international, he was seen putting in the work at the gym at the Tottenham training facility, doing some work on his leg.

However, that footage sparked fear among many Spurs fans, as Maddison’s right thigh looked significantly smaller than his left.

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Many supporters were of the opinion that the noticeable difference meant his return could take longer than expected, likely due to ‘muscle wastage’.

In a post on his Instagram story, Maddison has now provided an update, pouring cold water on fears regarding his leg.

Posting a picture of both thighs, he wrote in the caption: “Admin needs to work on the angles of videoing…”

Spurs hope for timely returns in relegation run-in

While Maddison remains a few months out, Spurs supporters will be hoping that some of their other injured stars return soon.

Mohammed Kudus is one such player who has been out for three months but is now nearing a return ahead of Tottenham’s relegation run-in.