Tottenham could get a welcome lift when the Premier League resumes after the November international break, with up to four injured players closing in on full fitness.
It has been a difficult campaign for the North London side on the injury front, and things got worse over the weekend when Mathys Tel picked up a knock in the 1-0 loss to Leeds United. Eight players are now sidelined, which has left head coach Roberto De Zerbi short of options in several positions.
The break gives some of them time to recover, though. According to Standard Sport, James Maddison, Savio, Tosin Adarabioyo and Lucas Bergvall are all aiming to be ready for the next league match, at home to Ipswich Town.
Maddison has been out since being substituted in the 51st minute against Chelsea. He has since returned to the bench but has not yet played, and he was an unused substitute against Leeds. Optimism is growing that he will finally get minutes after the break. Savio, who had a muscle problem, is back in training and was hoped to feature against Leeds, but missed the matchday squad. His chances for Ipswich look good. Adarabioyo is also training again but was not ready for the Leeds game.
Bergvall was left out of Sweden’s squad, which gives him extra time to focus on his rehabilitation. His recovery has taken longer than first expected, but the additional two weeks could make him available for the Ipswich fixture.
Several longer-term absentees are still being monitored. Mykhailo Mudryk, injured in training over a month ago, was once expected back before the break, but that target has passed and a return later this month looks more realistic. Xavi Simons, recovering from an ACL injury, could resume first-team training this month, but a competitive return is likely in December. Wilson Odobert, also recovering from an ACL injury, has begun outdoor training and is eyeing a December comeback as well.
Tel’s situation remains unclear. Spurs are awaiting word on how serious his injury is, and De Zerbi is expected to share an update once there is one.
With big fixtures ahead, getting players back quickly is a priority, and four returns after the break would be a major boost as De Zerbi tries to get Spurs winning again.
