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Spurs Injury Latest Ahead of Atletico Madrid Champions League Clash

Tottenham’s season has veered into deeply uncomfortable territory, with domestic struggles now compounded by an extended injury list that continues to shape their campaign. As Spurs prepare for a crucial Champions League last-16 encounter against Atletico Madrid, attention has inevitably turned to the latest fitness news surrounding several key figures.

While European competition has offered brief relief from their Premier League difficulties, the club’s injury situation remains a major subplot. With Spurs hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone after a damaging 3-1 defeat to Crystal Palace, the availability of players in the coming weeks could determine whether their season stabilises or deteriorates further.

Spurs Injury Latest Offers Mixed News Before Atletico Clash

Tottenham head into the Champions League tie hoping for some encouragement on the injury front. The most immediate concern surrounds Djed Spence, who has recently missed matches with a calf issue.

Spence was absent during defeats against Fulham and Crystal Palace, leaving Spurs short of options in wide defensive areas. However, there is cautious optimism he could return in time for the trip to Spain.

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“Djed is out,” said Igor Tudor before the Palace game. “Not ready. We hope for the Champions League game.”

Spurs will train publicly before travelling to Madrid, with further clarity expected when Tudor addresses the media ahead of the first leg. If Spence does return, it would provide a timely boost for a team that has struggled to maintain defensive balance in recent weeks.

Destiny Udogie Recovery Timeline

Destiny Udogie represents another important element of the Spurs injury picture. The left-back has been unavailable since suffering a hamstring problem during the trip to Manchester United on February 7.

Initial expectations suggested a recovery period of four to five weeks. That timeline indicates Udogie could soon return, although the Atletico Madrid fixture may arrive slightly too early for him.

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Spurs then travel to Anfield to face Liverpool in another high-pressure Premier League encounter. With Tottenham fighting to avoid sliding into the bottom three, the potential return of Udogie during that period would be particularly valuable.

For now, though, the Spurs injury latest suggests patience remains necessary as the medical staff carefully manage his rehabilitation.

Midfield Absences Continue to Impact Spurs

Midfield availability remains another area of concern. Lucas Bergvall continues his recovery after undergoing ankle surgery at the end of January. The young midfielder is not expected to return until after the March international break.

There has been speculation in Sweden that Bergvall could be involved in their World Cup play-off against Ukraine later this month, although Tottenham have not provided confirmation regarding that timeline.

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Elsewhere, Mohammed Kudus remains sidelined with a hamstring injury sustained against Sunderland in January. His absence came shortly after Brennan Johnson’s move to Crystal Palace, leaving Spurs lighter in attacking midfield options.

The club expect Kudus to return once the international break concludes, a development that could prove crucial during the final weeks of the campaign.

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Rodrigo Bentancur faces a similar schedule after undergoing surgery for a hamstring problem sustained at Bournemouth. The Uruguayan midfielder is targeting a return in mid April, leaving Tottenham without another experienced presence during a demanding period.

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Long Term Spurs Injury Concerns Persist

Beyond the short term issues, Spurs continue to deal with longer term absences that have shaped their season.

Dejan Kulusevski remains one of the most uncertain cases. The Swedish international has been out for nearly a year after suffering a patella injury before last season’s Europa League final.

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While Kulusevski has shared rehabilitation footage online, his return date remains unclear.

“We hope so, in this moment we don’t know,” said Tudor: “He’s had really big problems. But he’s positive. And also the doctors are positive. So we’ll see, next week, how it’s going.”

Wilson Odobert has also been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering an ACL injury against Newcastle in February. The forward has already undergone surgery and faces a lengthy recovery process.

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Defensive options have also been reduced following Ben Davies’ broken ankle sustained against West Ham earlier in the year. With his contract due to expire this summer, there remains uncertainty over whether he will play for the club again.

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Meanwhile, James Maddison’s season ended before it began after he tore his ACL during pre-season. Although he has recently appeared in training videos alongside team-mates, a return this campaign is not expected.

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Taken together, the Spurs injury latest paints a challenging picture for the months ahead. Tottenham’s Champions League ambitions remain alive, yet their domestic position highlights the fragility of a squad that has struggled to absorb repeated setbacks.

Whether the returning players arrive in time to influence the season could ultimately shape Tottenham’s trajectory during one of the most turbulent campaigns in recent memory.