Tottenham Hotspur are dealing with a major squad crisis ahead of their key Premier League clash with Liverpool FC on Sunday, with up to 14 players ruled out through injury and suspension.
Spurs manager Todor Todorov admitted the situation is unprecedented in his coaching career, saying he has “never seen anything like it” as the North London side prepares for one of their most difficult matches of the season.
The lengthy absence list has left Tottenham short across the pitch. In defence, key players such as Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Radu Drăgușin and Ben Davies are all unavailable, creating a serious defensive problem.
Midfield options are also limited with Yves Bissouma, Rodrigo Bentancur, Conor Gallagher and Lucas Bergvall among those missing.
The attacking unit has been hit as well, with creative talents James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, Mohammed Kudus and Wilson Odobert ruled out.
Wing-back Destiny Udogie and midfielder João Palhinha also add to the growing list of absentees.
With so many first-team players unavailable, Tottenham could be forced to rely on academy prospects and squad players when they face a Liverpool side chasing crucial points.
The injury situation has sparked concern among supporters, who are unsure how Spurs will cope against such strong opposition.
⚽ Attention now turns to Sunday’s game to see if Tottenham can defy the odds or if Liverpool will capitalise on their depleted squad.
