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James Maddison faces another period on the sidelines after picking up an injury against Newcastle on Sunday.

The England international went down against the Magpies and was forced off with a stretcher.

Maddison has often struggled with injuries at Tottenham since he joined the London club in 2023, but this looks like his worst yet.

In the aftermath of the Newcastle game, Maddison was spotted on crutches leaving the stadium, heightening concerns.

Now, Spurs fans anxiously wait to see how long the attacking midfielder will be absent for.

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This story includes exclusive opinion from football injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar.

Maddison ACL rupture on the cards after injury v Newcastle

So far into his Tottenham career, Maddison has almost missed 25 per cent of his available competitive matches.

Unfortunately, this now looks set to increase, with the start of the Premier League season just two weeks away.

While many fans are attempting to get clarity on how long Maddison could be out of the picture for, Dr. Brar has exclusively spoken to Tottenham Hotspur News, regarding the news as he fears an ACL rupture.

He said: “Worst case here would be ACL rupture, and he’s looking at nine-plus months for return to play – about 18 months for return to pre-injury levels.

“The best case here, which is highly unlikely based on reaction and Thomas Frank’s comments afterwards, is mild bone bruise or meniscus injury, which would be weeks or months.

“Based on mechanism, reaction and manager comments, I’m most concerned for an ACL injury.”

ACL rupture would likely end Maddison’s Tottenham career

If an ACL rupture is the extent of Maddison’s injury, it is hard to see how the attacking midfielder would ever revive his Tottenham career.

The attacking midfielder would be almost guaranteed to miss the entirety of the 2025/26 campaign and may never reach his previous heights once fully fit.

While the injury is no doubt a concern for Frank, the Tottenham manager would likely spend the remaining weeks of the transfer window searching for a potential replacement.

If this comes about, Maddison would certainly struggle to regain his place in the starting XI, and his Spurs career would surely come to an abrupt end.

Tottenham are reportedly keen on securing the services of Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand this summer.

The 26-year-old is the captain of the Portuguese side and has been linked with an exit.

Despite facing injury issues last term, Hjulmand made 26 league appearances.

This article includes exclusive opinion from injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist.

Hjulmand’s ankle injury may need to be checked by Spurs

Spurs may consider looking at the Denmark international’s ankle injury from last season, before deciding to sign him, according to Dr Brar.

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Tottenham are keen on Hjulmand and he’s got a release clause of £69million. (Corriere dello Sport, 14 July).

Discussing Hjulmand, Dr Brar told Tottenham News: “Spurs may take a closer look at his most recent injury history if it was related to his ankle injury from the start of the season.

“His general availability last season and game time suggest that he should be fine, but it’s still worth checking.

“I do not expect him to have issues adapting to the Premier League, either.”

Tottenham could certainly do with a midfielder like Hjulmand

Tottenham need a midfielder like Hjulmand as he would offer much-needed guile in the middle of the park.

He significantly strengthens midfield under Thomas Frank’s management.

Known for his tenacity, work rate and tactical intelligence, the 26-year-old fits perfectly into Frank’s flexible, high-energy system, which often employs a double pivot or a three-man midfield.

His ability to break up play, distribute effectively and contribute to progressive passing aligns with Frank’s data-driven, adaptable approach.

Hjulmand’s versatility allows him to complement young stars like Lucas Bergvall and Pape Matar Sarr, adding steel and creativity.

His familiarity with Frank’s philosophy from their time in Denmark ensures seamless integration, enhancing Tottenham’s midfield balance and competitiveness.

Thomas Frank will be hoping Tottenham continue their impressive form against Newcastle on Sunday.

Tottenham are set to battle it out against Newcastle at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea (3 August).

The confrontation could be the final time that Son Heung-min takes to the pitch for the Lilywhites after the 33-year-old confirmed he will be leaving the club this summer.

His revelation has zapped most of the excitement surrounding the confrontation, but Spurs supporters may still have a couple of things to look forward to.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Tottenham predicted to ‘comprehensively dispatch’ Newcastle

Spurs’ 1-0 win against Arsenal in Hong Kong (31 July) has boosted optimism levels in North London.

The Lilywhites triumphed against the Gunners in what can only be described as a solid defensive performance. There was scepticism when Spurs were spotted practising set pieces during their pre-season warm-ups.

However, practice seems to have made perfect as Arsenal struggled to convert their corners and keep Spurs out on the other end.

As a result, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that Tottenham will have a field day against Newcastle in South Korea.

“I expect us to comprehensively dispatch Newcastle in the next game based on what I saw against Arsenal,” Wenham said.

“If we match those levels and that level of performance, we look so strong defensively, but also offensively from corners now. I mean, we were playing set piece FC, and we looked significantly more dangerous than them.”

Micky van de Ven will be important for Tottenham

For all his pace and ability to build out from the back, Micky van de Ven struggled from set pieces last season.

The defender failed to register a single header at goal, which was a shock to several Spurs supporters. However, what he lacks in goals, he makes up for in defensive capability, which will be important for Frank next season.

As a result, Spurs fans should expect to see a lot more from van de Ven during set pieces next season.

Tottenham are reportedly keen on securing the services of Genoa defender Koni De Winter this summer.

The 23-year-old suffered a serious hamstring injury last season, which kept him out of action for a couple of months.

He did end up making 25 league appearances in the 2024/25 campaign and found the back of the net thrice.

This story includes exclusive opinion from injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist.

Spurs likely to take closer look at De Winter’s hamstring issues

Given the number of games he missed last season, Spurs are likely to take a closer look at his hamstring before making a final decision, according to Dr Brar.

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Tottenham and Inter Milan are both keen on De Winter, but the latter are currently leading the chase for the £22m-rated defender. (The I Paper, 15 July)

Discussing the potential De Winter transfer, Dr Brar told Tottenham News: “Spurs will likely take a closer look at his hamstring muscle injury, along with any lingering issues for his adductor/groin issues.

“He missed two months and a number of games last season because of it.

“They will also take into consideration the adaptation to a new league and the increased intensity causes higher injury risks.”

Tottenham must avoid signing Koni De Winter

Tottenham must avoid signing De Winter due to concerns over his fitness and readiness for their ambitions.

The Belgium international has shown promise in Serie A with 29 appearances last season, but his limited top-tier experience raises doubts about his ability to adapt to the Premier League’s intensity.

His occasional positional lapses could be exposed in Spurs’ system under Thomas Frank.

With established centre-backs like Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, and emerging talents like Radu Dragusin, De Winter risks being a costly squad player.

Tottenham’s priority should be a proven, versatile defender to complement their core, not an untested prospect requiring development time.

‘Massive’ – Long-term Mikey Moore prediction shared after Tottenham loan exit

Tottenham gem Mikey Moore recently completed a move to Rangers on a season-long loan.

Moore had a season to remember in North London after impressing former manager Ange Postecoglou.

The 17-year-old burst onto the scene and became a regular fixture in the first team, ending the season with a UEFA Europa League winners’ medal.

Now, as Moore gears up for another chapter, a prediction on what is to come for the teenager has been shared.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Moore to compete for left-wing spot at Tottenham

Now that Son Heung-min has confirmed his plans to leave Tottenham this summer, Thomas Frank needs a new long-term option on the left.

There are several players who will be hoping to stake a claim. Mathys Tel is comfortable in that position, while Wilson Odobert is also an option. With Mohammed Kudus gunning for the right wing, Brennan Johnson may also find himself competing for minutes on the left.

And Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes once Moore returns to North London, he will be looking to make the left-wing position his own.

“I know most teams in the Championship would have taken Moore, but the reality is that Rangers are a massive club,” Wenham said.

“They’ve got through their first UEFA Champions League qualifying games, and they’ve got another one to go against Viktoria Plzen. They’ll fancy themselves to win that as well.

“Then there’ll be eight Champions League games for Moore to play in. That’s a lot bigger than anything any Championship club can offer.

“I fully back Moore to do well, and I imagine he’ll have a hugely successful loan spell with Rangers and then will come back for pre-season next year, ready to battle for his spot in Tottenham’s first team.”

Odobert should start on the left wing

While this could be jumping the gun a little, Odobert has proven that he should start on the left wing for Spurs at the start of the season.

The Frenchman struggled to find his rhythm last year but has been one of the club’s best players during pre-season.

In the first ten minutes against Arsenal (31 July), Odobert showed more promise on the left wing than Johnson during the entire time the Welshman was on the pitch against Luton Town (26 July). He is fast, nimble, and always willing to take his man on, which is exactly what Frank expects from his wingers.

As such, he should be allowed to start regularly for Spurs on the left next season.

Rio Kyerematen is expected to hone his craft away from Tottenham next season.

Daniel Levy has been determined to give his youth players the necessary tools to thrive at Hotspur Way.

However, these past couple of weeks have seen several promising gems leave the club, such as Josh Keeley, who signed for Luton Town.

And it now seems that Kyerematen could be the next Spurs youngster to begin their adventure away from the London club.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Kyerematen poised for loan after new Tottenham contract

It was recently announced that Kyerematen had signed a new contract with Tottenham after the 20-year-old had penned his first professional deal in 2022.

The Spurs gem’s most memorable moment to date was his incredible Under-18 Premier League Cup-winning campaign. His late winner in the semi-final at Sheffield United saw Tottenham compete in the final against Aston Villa, where he scored a brace to help his side lift the trophy.

Now that Spurs have rewarded his efforts over the years, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that the time has come for Kyerematen to undertake his first loan.

“I think he’ll probably look to either League One or League Two for his first loan,” Wenham said.

“At the end of that really successful season for Tottenham at Under-21s level, he was an attacking left wing back, having always been a central midfielder coming through the teams.

“He had some issues with his appendix last year, which led to him missing quite a lot of football. Therefore, he’ll be looking just to regain his fitness and his levels, and hopefully he can get a good loan.”

Tottenham to loan out more young players

Thomas Frank has all the luck in the world, given the size of the team he has to work with. But not all luck is beneficial, and this could lead to him making some difficult decisions in the coming weeks.

With a big squad comes greater competition, which increases the likelihood of unhappy players due to a limited number of minutes.

As a result, Tottenham should look to lessen the burden and secure loan moves for several more young players. The Lilywhites have already made an excellent start, but with a few weeks until the summer window closes and numerous players without a temporary home, they need to pick up the pace.

Tottenham are reportedly keen on securing the services of Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman.

The English attacker has taken his career to the next level since leaving Everton in 2019.

Lookman has thrived at Atalanta and even guided the Italian outfit to UEFA Europa League glory in the 2023/24 campaign, scoring a memorable hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.

This article includes exclusive opinion from injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist.

Lookman’s recent calf injury may derail a potential transfer

Tottenham may decide to abandon their pursuit of Lookman if his recent calf injury is a more long-term one, according to Dr Brar.

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Spurs are keen on the 27-year-old but face competition for his services this summer (CaughtOffside, 12 July)

Dr Brar told Tottenham News: “The club may take a closer look at his muscular injuries – most recently suffering a calf injury in the second half of July – to see if there’s any recurring pattern or if the injuries are related.

“This may see them abandoning their chase if they find red flags. At this stage, it’s unclear if it’s a short-term or long-term absence, as that will also be factored in.”

Tottenham should consider Lookman, but not overpay for him

Tottenham should consider Lookman for his proven attacking prowess, versatility and fit in Frank’s system. However, they must avoid overpaying due to financial prudence and squad priorities.

Lookman’s 20 goals and six assists last season make him ideal for Spurs’ need for a direct, pacey forward to complement young talents. Meanwhile, his homegrown status and Premier League experience add value.

However, with Atalanta’s near £45million valuation and competition from Arsenal and Inter, Spurs, fresh off signing Mohammed Kudus, should show some prudence.

It remains to be seen if Frank is the one pushing for Lookman or if someone in the hierarchy fancies him.

Thomas Frank has been the man of the hour at Tottenham after an impressive couple of weeks.

There was scepticism when the Dane first landed at Tottenham this summer. While he was applauded for his work at Brentford, there were question marks about whether he was ready for the step up.

However, Frank seems to have proven his doubters wrong. From performances on the pitch to his control of the dressing room, he seems like Spurs’ best decision of the summer so far.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

Frank praised for pre-season showings

Frank has had a pre-season to remember, with Spurs keeping a clean sheet in all but one of their games thus far.

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While there are several positives to consider, Spurs’ defensive cohesion has been one of the standouts of the summer. The Lilywhites attack as a unit and defend as one, and this was on full display in their win against Arsenal in Hong Kong.

The Gunners hardly had a sniff in the first half and struggled to break down Spurs’ defence during the second. As a result, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes the club’s recent performances have given all involved at Tottenham something to believe in.

“Delighted with the performance against Arsenal,” Wenham said.

“I think it gives so much, and I don’t think you can put a value on it, so much belief in Frank from the players and supporters. It transforms the narrative around how Tottenham will do this season.

“That was an unbelievable performance. I’m delighted how it went, to be honest with you, because I saw things that I hadn’t seen before with some of these players.

“If we put aside the Wycombe game, the three public games of Reading, Luton, Arsenal, that is three consecutive clean sheets. We don’t even look like conceding in these games. We don’t give up many chances whatsoever.”

Frank could defy expectations

Expectations going into the new season have been relatively minimal, given that there is a new driver at the helm.

While a noticeable change in how Spurs play is expected, silverware has been a secondary consideration. This makes perfect sense as it usually takes players time to adapt to a new manager and his tactics.

However, pre-season has brought a renewed sense of belief that has encouraged fans to dream bigger in the coming months. After such a positive showing, there is no doubt that Frank could defy expectations next season.

Dele Alli’s footballing career could be drawing to a close as the 29-year-old contemplates retirement.

Alli‘s latest venture after leaving Tottenham in 2022 saw him join Italian side Como in January, with whom he made his first appearance after over two years away from the pitch.

However, as reported by Gazetta dello Sport (31 July), the former England international was not named in the Serie A club’s pre-season squad and is now considering retiring after the latest setback.

It will pain Tottenham fans to hear this news, as Alli became one of the Lilywhites’ most beloved players during his seven-year spell in North London.

The gifted midfielder brought a lot of joy to N17 over the years, with Tottenham News listing his top five moments in a Spurs shirt.

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Nothing endears a player to Tottenham fans more than scoring against bitter rivals Arsenal, especially at the Emirates, to progress through to the semi-final of the Carabao Cup.

Alli did just that, but to cap it off, the finish was one of his best. The midfielder latched onto a clipped ball from Harry Kane and calmly brought it down with one touch before delicately lifting it over Petr Cech.

It had been over eight years since Spurs had last beaten the Gunners at their ground before Alli’s masterful goal set them on their way to a famous 2-0 victory in North London.

The same as Arsenal, but better. This time, it had been 28 years since Spurs had beaten Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, and while the rivalry is not quite the same, it’s a close second.

In steps Alli, who followed up Christian Eriksen’s unbelievable equaliser with another classic run from deep, collecting a ball over the top and nestling a finish past Willy Caballero.

The fresh-faced midfielder then took advantage of a goalline scramble to prod in his second and ensure that Tottenham emerged 3-1 winners on an unforgettable afternoon for the Lilywhites.

Alli’s rise coincided with Tottenham establishing themselves as a UEFA Champions League-level side, and there was no sterner test than facing the then-back-to-back winners, Real Madrid.

The stage did not faze the former Milton Keynes man as he slid in to connect with Kieran Trippier’s cross and put Spurs one-nil up against the record holders.

Alli then doubled his side’s lead when he skipped around Casemiro and fired a deflected shot past Kiko Casilla, sending Wembley into ruptures as Tottenham secured another memorable 3-1 victory.

Tottenham’s greatest night in the Champions League will forever be associated with hat-trick hero Lucas Moura, but his goals would not have been possible without Alli.

Spurs were two-nil down and needing three goals to progress when the talented midfielder turned his man before Lucas collected the ball and poked it into the net with less than 40 minutes to play.

The Brazilian got another by wiggling away from challenges to rifle an equaliser in before Alli flicked the ball into Lucas’ path in the 96th minute as the forward sealed the comeback with virtually the last kick of the game.

Alli was just 18 when he joined Tottenham, but Mauricio Pochettino wasted no time in bringing him into the first team.

He had already displayed his ridiculous talent to the Spurs fans, but the audacious goal against Crystal Palace announced him to the world.

Alli controlled a ball in mid-air, before flicking it over a defender and rasping a volley into the bottom left-hand corner beyond the keeper in what will surely go down in history as the best goal of his career.

Yves Bissouma is expected to leave Tottenham this summer after failing to live up to expectations.

Bissouma has struggled to reach his best form consistently since signing from Brighton in 2022.

There was a glimmer of hope among Spurs fans when Ange Postecoglou first became manager. The Australian had big plans for the Mali international, and he seemed to have taken his role seriously.

However, the good times did not last, and Bissouma reverted to the inconsistent player he has become known as at Spurs. As a result, it seems like the end of the line for the midfielder this summer.

This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.

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Bissouma to be sold after Luton Town performance

Bissouma was substituted after 82 minutes during Spurs’ goalless draw to Luton Town on Saturday (26 July).

The defensive midfielder’s performance was poor. He failed to win most contested balls, was disastrous in possession and struggled the get the ball rolling throughout the game.

He has already been linked with a departure this summer, with several clubs interested in his services. But Tottenham’s pre-season tour was an opportunity to prove to Thomas Frank that he could be of use next season.

However, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – believes that he has done nowhere near enough to earn a spot in the squad next season.

“Bissouma was diabolical against Luton,” Wenham said.

“He was putting the ball out of play and was wasteful in possession. Therefore, I think for all parties concerned, it’s best to move on now.

“He’s got 11 months left on his contract, which means he’s five months away from being able to agree a pre-contract to go for nothing the following summer. Therefore, Tottenham have to put all their focus on finding him a move that he’s happy with and that Tottenham are happy with.

“However, he absolutely has to go because we’ve now agreed a deal for Joao Palhinha, and for me, he’s a massive upgrade on Bissouma.”

Bissouma will go out on a high

While his time at Spurs has not gone as planned, Bissouma will go out on a high if he leaves this summer.

Tottenham fans will not be quick to forget the heroic performance he put up during the UEFA Europa League final. But if the midfielder remains and leaves for free, those memories will be in danger of washing away.

As a result, to avoid his legacy at the club being further tarnished, Bissouma should look to leave in the coming weeks.