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Tottenham Hotspur star James Maddison has sent a message of support to Jack Grealish amid his injury recovery.

Like Grealish, Maddison has had a season disrupted by injury, with the attacking midfielder suffering an anterior cruciate ligament problem last summer.

The England international is unlikely to feature again this term, a fate shared by Everton loanee Grealish, who had surgery on a foot stress fracture in early February.

Despite this setback, which likely ends his chances of playing at this summer’s World Cup with England in North America, Grealish appears to be staying positive.

While he has vowed to come back “stronger than ever”, the well-wishers, including Tottenham’s injured Maddison, have come out in force to give him a little bit of extra support.

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Jack Grealish and James Maddison making progress

On Sunday, Grealish posted numerous pictures on Instagram detailing his injury recovery over the past four weeks.

The photos show how the 30-year-old had to have his foot tightly wrapped in the wake of his surgery, and he has also been forced to wear a moon boot.

At times, the Manchester City loanee has had to keep his severely strapped foot elevated to aid his recovery, while also using a knee scooter to get around.

When the post dropped on Sunday night, Maddison was quick to praise his compatriot, with the 29-year-old posting three clapping emojis.

He was joined by the likes of City’s Nathan Ake, Oleksandr Zinchenko and a raft of Everton fans, many of whom hope the winger signs for them permanently in the summer.

Incidentally, in late January, Maddison posted photos of his own recovery, with the attacking midfielder writing that he was another day closer while completing individual training.

As Tottenham try and stay in the Premier League this season, they could really do with a player of Maddison’s quality. Whether that happens remains to be seen.

Tottenham face worrying realisation in relegation fight

Tottenham sit 16th in the Premier League table, just one point above the relegation zone with nine matches to play.

Spurs are the current Europa League holders and have a Champions League last-16 double header against Atletico Madrid to look forward to, and yet, they could still get relegated.

One thing that is not helping their cause is Maddison and Tottenham teammate Dejan Kulusevski’s injuries, with the pair not playing a single minute this season.

Winger Wilson Odobert is also out for the season with a knee injury, and fellow wideman Mohammed Kudus is unavailable until April at the earliest.

Midfielders Lucas Bergvall and Rodrigo Bentancur are out until April and May, respectively, while Ben Davies could return next month.

However, Igor Tudor’s side need results now and by the time the aforementioned players return, it could be too late in their relegation battle.

Spurs haven’t won in the league since 28 December, so they need a minor miracle to get out of this wretched situation.

Xavi Simons could return to the starting line-up for Tottenham Hotspur‘s Champions League round-of-16 visit to Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.

Although Tottenham’s Premier League form has been frankly abysmal, their exploits in Europe have been fairly impressive.

Spurs finished fourth in the league phase, and it was their results in the Champions League that kept Thomas Frank in a job for so long.

With Igor Tudor now at the helm, he goes into the first leg having lost all three of his games in charge, and fans are becoming incredibly doubtful of his abilities as a head coach.

When Tottenham meet Atletico Madrid at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Tudor might make four changes to the team that lost 3-1 to Crystal Palace last Thursday, with Simons being the biggest beneficiary.

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Xavi Simons replaces Mathys Tel in four changes

Simons has endured a slow start to life in N17, and it’s clear that he hasn’t adapted to the physical nature of the Premier League.

However, the 22-year-old attacking midfielder has an abundance of potential, and he can definitely grow into a top-class player for Spurs.

According to Sofascore, he has a pass accuracy of 82.4 per cent in the top flight, and his creativity has definitely been missed when he hasn’t started under Tudor.

Therefore, with Spurs in need of some individual brilliance, Simons could come in for Mathys Tel, who hasn’t gotten going this season.

Cristian Romero will also come back into the side after his latest suspension, which means the whole of the defence will have to reshuffle.

Pedro Porro could move up to right wing-back, with the versatile Archie Gray playing on the opposite side to replace Souza in the team.

Joao Palhinha and Pape Matar Sarr were woeful against Crystal Palace, and as a result, both Conor Gallagher and Yves Bissouma could be named in the side.

Tudor has come under a lot of criticism for playing players out of position, but that unfortunately looks set to continue with Gray.

Can Archie Gray flourish as a left wing-back?

Tudor can definitely get more out of Gray by using him in midfield, but the teenager has a knack for delivering brilliant performances.

The 19-year-old was absolutely phenomenal against Crystal Palace, and he was the only player who was allowed to leave the pitch with his head held high.

He played as a right wing-back, drifting inside to utilise his skills as a midfielder, and set up Dominic Solanke’s opening goal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Realistically, Gray isn’t accustomed to playing on the other flank, but given the fact that he’s right-footed, he might be able to find his teammates in the middle with ease.

At this point, there’s no doubting his ability, and it wouldn’t be a shock for him to produce a brilliant performance at a hostile ground.

Igor Tudor’s Tottenham Hotspur reign has been nothing short of dismal, and he should be sacked, John Wenham has said.

The Croatian was hired to lead Spurs away from the relegation battle, but so far, he has only dragged them further into it.

His side sits 16th in the Premier League table, just one point above the relegation zone with nine matches left to play.

Tudor’s future at Tottenham has been the subject of much debate, and he could be handed his marching orders if results get worse.

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Tudor sack called for amid latest Tottenham shambles

Wenham believes that the evidence so far suggests that Tudor will take Spurs down, and he needs to be dismissed from the post.

Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, he said: “The honest reality is, Tudor has had two home games, he’s overseen a 4-1 defeat to our biggest rivals, that can happen.

“He’s then lost 3-1 at home to Palace, also, we were horrendous at Fulham for large parts of the game and lost, there’s been no new manager bounce whatsoever.

“As I said at the time Tudor was appointed, it was a risk to get somebody who has zero Premier League experience, both in terms of management and also as a player, and so far, you can’t deny that it has backfired awfully.

“We’re desperate for points, and he’s failed with that so far, I’m not surprised he’s under scrutiny and very big scrutiny at that.

“This sounds a bit knee-jerk reaction, I think he needs to go, I don’t think he’s the man that’s going to lead us out of this relegation battle, we needed a new manager bounce, and he isn’t doing that.

“We’re not performing any better, possibly worse, than we were under Thomas Frank, he’s only got 12 games, remember, and three of them have been an absolute disaster.

“On that basis, I would be up for removing him from the role.”

How long can Tudor stay as Tottenham boss?

Tudor cannot surely hang on for much longer if results do not improve, as that would see the club relegated to the Championship.

He probably needs a result from the Liverpool clash on 15 March at the very least to save his job, if speculation is to be believed.

Otherwise, he may well be one of the shortest managerial reigns in Premier League history, with the potential for just four league games managed.

Guglielmo Vicario must be the first player to leave during any Tottenham Hotspur fire sale.

Vicario is enduring a campaign to forget after a series of sloppy errors, and Spurs’ 3-1 defeat by Crystal Palace was another poor night for the Italian goalkeeper.

Igor Tudor’s side are just one point above the Premier League relegation zone, with three straight defeats under the interim boss leaving them on the brink of disaster.

But regardless of whether they avoid the drop, Vicario is said to be determined to leave in the summer, and Spurs would be foolish not to make this transfer happen.

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Guglielmo Vicario has already chosen his next club

According to Tuttosport, the 29-year-old wants to return to Serie A as soon as possible.

Vicario, of course, had spent his entire senior career in his homeland before completing his switch to Tottenham from Empoli in June 2023.

Off-field matters at Spurs have only worsened his mood, while he is currently enduring a ‘less than idyllic relationship’ with Tudor, according to the same outlet.

The report adds that Vicario wants to join Juventus, ironically, Tudor’s most recent club, at the end of the season, and Tottenham should make it happen.

Frustration was written all over Tudor’s face after Tottenham keeper Vicario bizarrely blasted a free-kick straight out of play during the loss to Fulham, so he certainly won’t protest the transfer.

Spurs would likely be able to land a fee in the region of £17million, effectively allowing them to break even, and this is an opportunity they must grasp with both hands.

Who could replace Vicario at Tottenham?

Tottenham need a reliable, steady pair of hands should Vicario leave, as is now expected.

The ideal candidate would be Manchester City’s James Trafford, who initially arrived as Pep Guardiola’s number one before being usurped by Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Trafford has made no secret of his dissatisfaction with the situation, and Spurs should move quickly during the summer to at least test the waters.

They may also weigh up a swoop for Crystal Palace and England’s Dean Henderson, who is continuing to impress at Selhurst Park after being given the captain’s armband.

Of course, Antonin Kinsky is currently Vicario’s deputy, and it is only fair that he is given ample chances to prove himself, especially during pre-season.

Spanish reveal will worry Tottenham ahead of Atletico Madrid clash – here’s why

Tottenham Hotspur are hoping that the Champions League can be a welcome distraction from their dismal Premier League campaign.

Tottenham are winless in their last 11 Premier League games, and their 3-1 defeat at home to Crystal Palace on Thursday made it five-straight losses on the bounce in the top flight.

As such, many Lilywhites supporters are already calling for Igor Tudor to be replaced just three games into his interim head coach role, as his side are now just one point above the relegation zone.

However, their relegation battle will be put on pause on Tuesday night, as Tottenham face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League for the first leg of their round-of-16 tie.

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Tottenham have poor 21st-century record against Spanish teams

It goes without saying, but Spurs face an incredibly difficult challenge if they wish to overcome Atletico over two legs.

Tottenham beat Frankfurt to seal a top eight finish in the league phase of the Champions League, with five wins, two draws and one defeat in that section of the competition.

As such, there are some clear parallels to last season under Ange Postecoglou, as despite his team’s struggles in the Premier League, they were of course able to lift the Europa League trophy.

Tudor will be hoping he can write a similar story in N17 this season, but if the recent history books are anything to go by, then he and his side are going to need somewhat of a miracle against Madrid.

That’s because in the 10 games Spurs have contested with Spanish opposition since the 2000-01 season, in all competitions, the Lilywhites have won just twice.

Four of those have came against Real Madrid, where Spurs have won once, drawn one and lost twice, while Villarreal are the only other side they’ve beaten from their one meeting.

Barcelona and Sevilla have both played Tottenham twice, with Spurs winning none of those games, while Getafe have also been on the agenda, in which they beat Tottenham 2-1 in a UEFA Cup (Europa League) group game in 2007-08.

What kind of form are Atletico Madrid in ahead of Tottenham?

Sitting third in LaLiga, both 13 points behind leaders Barcelona and 11 clear of Real Betis in fifth, Atletico’s main priority between now and the end of the season will surely be their Champions League campaign.

Diego Simeone’s side are in good form coming into the Tottenham game too, having won four of their last five in all competitions.

Typical of a Simeone team, Atletico are very strong defensively, conceding just 25 times in LaLiga this season, with Barcelona conceding 26 for context.

So, both clubs’ recent form and Spurs’ record against Spanish clubs in recent times all point towards an Atletico two-legged triumph, which in some ways, could play into Tottenham’s hands.

Tottenham striker Dominic Solanke is reportedly a transfer target for Newcastle United.

Solanke has scored five goals from his 14 appearances during an injury-hit campaign, largely watching on from a distance during Spurs’ fight against relegation.

Igor Tudor‘s side now find themselves just a point above the drop zone after losing all three of his games in charge, and a sweeping overhaul of the squad is looming in the summer.

That could see a host of big names leave, and Solanke has been linked with a move away.

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The frontman remains at the heart of Tottenham‘s plans, having proven himself in the Premier League for several years, but will attract no shortage of attention.

Despite playing just 714 minutes in total this campaign, having been forced to undergo ankle surgery back in August, he is back fit and firing, and will be crucial in Spurs’ relegation fight.

Regardless of whether they do fall into the Championship, Tottenham are unlikely to be willing to let him go, especially for anything less than the £65million they splashed on him.

But they may have little choice. In the event of the worst-case scenario, their superstars would be ripe for the picking, and Solanke would surely also want to jump ship.

For now, he is fully focused on Spurs’ scrap for survival, and took part in honest dressing room discussions following the dismal 3-1 defeat by Crystal Palace last time out.

Solanke tells Tottenham there are no excuses

Solanke had opened the scoring at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Thursday night, but was helpless as the floodgates opened after Micky van de Ven’s clumsy sending-off.

Tudor has openly criticised the effort and desire of his players, while supporters have been similarly irritated by a string of uninspired displays that have left them on the brink.

But Solanke has insisted that his team-mates are aware of the magnitude of the situation.

“We’ve just had a big conversation,” he told reporters in mid-week.

“We know the position we are in is definitely not where we want to be, so we need to figure out how we are going to get out of it as soon as possible.

“We know there’ve been difficulties, but we’re not in a position to make excuses anymore.

“We need to do the job on the pitch, and I think it is easy to say that we want to be better, but we need to make sure we are better on the pitch.”

Let’s hope that Solanke’s rallying cry is heeded – before it’s too late.

Tottenham have been urged to swallow their pride and reappoint Ange Postecoglou.

Igor Tudor was appointed as interim head coach on a deal running until the end of the season, but speculation is already building that he could be sacked.

The supposed ‘firefighter’ was brought in to save Spurs’ season after Thomas Frank’s nightmare tenure, but three straight defeats have piled on the pressure.

Performances against Arsenal, Fulham and Crystal Palace have been dismal, with the most recent loss leading to a mass exodus at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before half-time.

Now, Spurs have been told they must turn to former manager Postecoglou or risk relegation.

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Could Ange Postecoglou make Tottenham return?

Ange Postecoglou was controversially handed his marching orders just weeks after steering Tottenham to Europa League glory last season – their first trophy in 17 years.

Bringing an end to that trophy drought galvanised and unified the club, and it has been suggested that Spurs desperately need a similar miracle to save them from the drop.

According to The Sun‘s Tom Barclay, Postecoglou is the only “viable” candidate to stitch back together a “fragile” squad clearly overwhelmed by what is at stake.

Barclay has pointed to the glowing show of support he received from players after being dismissed, and claimed a short-term deal until the end of the season could work.

That, he believes, could even set the stage for an extraordinary third campaign in charge.

Regardless of Tudor’s immediate future or his potential replacement in the dugout, the squad must take collective responsibility and stand up and be counted.

Igor Tudor already fighting for Tottenham future

The writing is on the wall for Tudor, less than a month after he arrived at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Performances have been poor, and the results have been worse.

While he will oversee Spurs’ upcoming Champions League last-16 first leg against Atletico Madrid, his future beyond that is far from guaranteed.

A daunting trip to Liverpool then awaits, capping off two brutal fixtures likely to spell the end for the Croat.

Unsurprisingly, Spurs’ board do not want to part ways with the 47-year-old, but they could return to the drawing board to ensure their Premier League survival.

Sean Dyche, Robbie Keane and Harry Redknapp are all names linked with the job, and either one of them could find themselves parachuted into a relegation dogfight in the next week.

Luka Vuskovic is continuing to shine for Hamburger SV.

The Croatian defender joined the club on loan from Tottenham last summer, and has continued to shift through the gears during his time with the Red Shorts.

Vuskovic was on the scoresheet once again in Hamburg’s 2-1 win against Wolfsburg, after he both won and scored a first-half penalty.

Alongside his fantastic defensive abilities as Merlin Polzin’s side look to secure top-flight safety, the youngster has proven vital in the opposite box – scoring five times in the Bundesliga this term.

With the precarious situation at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in mind, alongside Vuskovic’s character shown in Germany, Spurs will feel serious regret as they languish above the relegation zone.

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Luka Vuskovic has became a cult hero in Hamburg

Joining the club in 2025, Vuskovic was immediately sent out on loan to Hamburg, following in the footsteps of brother Mario Vuskovic, who is currently serving a ban for doping.

His name immediately turned the defender into a cult hero at the Volksparkstadion, and his performances on the pitch have furthered this connection.

During Saturday’s win against Wolfsburg, the defender netted his fifth goal of the season after winning a first-half penalty.

As described by German football expert Seb Stafford-Bloor, it has absolutely been coming, with defenders across the division failing to cope with the Croatian’s physical attributes.

His record proved similar during his final season with Belgian Pro League outfit KVC Westerlo, where he found the back of the net seven times in the league, while providing three assists.

As a young defender, he is not quite the finished article, but he possesses a raw talent in the backline that is completely unique in the Bundesliga.

While at the other end, he is a menace, and someone who could walk into countless sides across Europe.

Tottenham are missing a player with Vuskovic’s character

Vuskovic is adored by the HSV faithful.

Imperious at the back following the club’s promotion back to the Bundesliga, he has received praise across the division, while his stunning goal in the Nordderby against Werder Bremen saw the level of adoration fly through the roof.

With Spurs’ current predicament in mind, they are missing someone with not just the raw ability of Vuskovic, but the character.

Almost singlehandedly, the Croatian has placed the survival hopes of a European giant on his shoulders, and has defied expectations week in and week out.

What makes this more remarkable is the fact that he is just 19.

Spurs need to hope that they are playing Premier League football next term, or their chances of keeping Vuskovic will take a massive hit.

Tottenham fans are expressing their desire to see Dele Alli return to North London after it was revealed that he is training individually at Hotspur Way.

The former Spurs midfielder has been without a club after being released by Serie A outfit Como last summer.

His spell in Italy came to an end after he was sent off in his one appearance under Cesc Fabregas, after previous failed spells with Everton and Besiktas.

The 29-year-old left Tottenham for Everton in 2022, and the recent social media post has given Spurs fans the thought of welcoming Alli back with open arms, as the ongoing relegation battle continues at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Tottenham fans react to Dele Alli training reveal

The current campaign has been a dismal one for Spurs, with the Lilywhites currently sitting 16th in the Premier League.

With fans desperate for some positivity amid ongoing struggles, the recent Alli reveal has given supporters something to cling to – with some fans wanting to welcome the midfielder back.

Making just 14 appearances across his most recent spells with Besiktas and Como, Alli is far from match fitness, but Spurs fans have been willing their club to bring more depth.

Ongoing injury struggles also continue at Tottenham, with Igor Tudor left with an extremely thin squad as he looks to steer the club away from danger – the argument is there to be made that registering Alli may be a no-brainer.

At 29, Alli should theoretically be in the prime years of his career, but things have just not panned out as hoped for one reason or another.

With the current predicament at Spurs, it is quite easy to see why some would push for a positive homecoming in what has been a season full of negatives.

Dele Alli will always remain one of football’s biggest ‘what ifs’

It is not hyperbole to say that Dele Alli looked destined for the very top in the early years of his Tottenham Hotspur career.

The dynamic midfielder was central to shaping the Spurs side we recognise today, with Mauricio Pochettino building a team that was able to challenge for the Premier League title and become regular contenders in the latter stages of both domestic and European competitions.

With his form declining sharply during Jose Mourinho’s time at the club between 2019 and 2021, Alli would be further out of favour under Antonio Conte following his arrival, prompting his move to Everton.

With unbelievable technical gifts, a tall and strong frame making him reliable in the air, and excellent movement in and around the box, Alli was both a natural goalscorer and creator.

At the age of 29, Alli should still be one of the first names on the Tottenham teamsheet, and the question will always remain as to just what level Spurs could have reached, had the midfielder become the player so many expected.

Mauricio Pochettino is the man that most Tottenham fans want to become their next permanent manager.

Pochettino enjoyed five years with Tottenham, guiding them to the Champions League final with the likes of Harry Kane and Son Heung-min in the side.

However, the club have since fallen into a relegation battle, and currently have Igor Tudor in charge to try and keep them in the Premier League.

However, that is not expected to be a permanent solution, leaving the door open for the Argentine’s return to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

It may not be that straightforward, though.

Why is not that straightforward for Tottenham and Pochettino?

John Wenham believes that there is a potential sticking point that could hamper Spurs’ attempts to appoint their former boss.

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Speaking exclusively to Tottenham News, he said: “I’m obviously a little bit cautious of the fact that the US’s World Cup games could go on for quite a bit of time, eating into the pre-season where we need such a massive rebuild.

“We really do need Pochettino there for that, but I still think Pochettino is an absolutely outstanding candidate and the man that should get the job.”

Why Pochettino and Tottenham reunion is perfect for both despite concerns

They say you should never go back, but the timing seems to be perfect for Pochettino to do so.

He is still beloved by Lilywhites supporters, the N17 club needs something to boost fan morale, and he did not get the backing that he needed from the owners when he was in charge.

Now, Spurs are happy to spend money in the market, as they backed Thomas Frank with approximately £230million this season, before he was dismissed from his post.

With that kind of money, the 54-year-old could probably build another super team, and perhaps go one further than he did in his first stint.

Wenham’s concerns are valid, it would be a struggle if he cannot take charge for the start of pre-season for the players not selected for the World Cup, but he should be the man that the North Londoners put all their attention towards.

He is the only one who could bring positivity back to the fanbase without a ball being kicked.