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Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur: Injury Woes Mount Before Premier League Clash

Liverpool could have a significant advantage heading into Sunday’s Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield after Igor Tudor confirmed several major injury absences in the Spurs squad.

Both Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur arrive at the weekend fixture following difficult European outings in midweek. Confidence has taken a hit on both sides. However, when it comes to squad availability, the situation looks far more problematic for the visitors from north London.

Tottenham’s problems intensified after injuries sustained during their 5-2 defeat against Atletico Madrid. The match left key players unavailable, weakening an already stretched squad ahead of the Premier League meeting with Liverpool.

Both Cristian Romero and Joao Palhinha have been ruled out after suffering injuries in Spurs’ defeat to Atletico Madrid..

Losing Romero is particularly damaging for Tottenham Hotspur. The Argentine centre back had only recently returned to action and plays a crucial role in organising the defensive line. Palhinha’s absence further limits options in midfield, an area where Spurs have already struggled for stability this season.

Tudor confirmed the situation during his pre match update.

He said: “No, no, no they (Romero and Palhinha) are out.

“I don’t know how much (they will be out), I think, they will be back for sure, for the Nottingham Forest, maybe even for the Champions League.”

Micky van de Ven is also set to miss out through suspension.

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Selection Problems for Igor Tudor

The problems do not stop there for Tottenham Hotspur. Tudor also confirmed that additional players will miss the trip to face Liverpool.

Defender Micky van de Ven will be unavailable through suspension, while midfielder Yves Bissouma is also ruled out. The growing list of absentees leaves the Tottenham manager with limited options when selecting his starting eleven.

Tudor acknowledged the difficulty of the situation.

He said: “Micky is also out. Bissouma is out.

“Conor has some fever. But probably he will be in. So we have again a lot of problems to make the first eleven. This is how it is in this club. This happens all the time.”

Those comments underline the difficult atmosphere surrounding Tottenham Hotspur at the moment. Results have been poor and injuries have piled up, creating a challenging environment for Tudor, who has already lost his opening four games in charge while Spurs continue their battle near the bottom of the Premier League table.

Liverpool Team News Before Premier League Meeting

Liverpool also have concerns of their own before facing Tottenham Hotspur, although the issues appear less severe compared with the visitors.

Federico Chiesa and Alisson Becker were both doubts earlier in the week. Arne Slot offered an update on the Brazilian goalkeeper during his press conference at the AXA Training Centre.

He said: “He’s been with the physios and with rehab, we are training today so let’s see if he can join the team session.”

The Liverpool manager added: “That’s something I expect but not 100% sure yet but I haven’t spoken to him, or the medical staff this morning. I’m hopeful but not 100% sure.”

Liverpool remain sixth in the Premier League after a frustrating title defence following their 2024/25 triumph under Slot. Even so, the circumstances around Tottenham Hotspur mean this weekend presents a clear opportunity for Liverpool to respond after their recent disappointment in Europe.

With Spurs arriving at Anfield missing several senior players and struggling for form, Liverpool will view the fixture as a chance to secure an important Premier League result.