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Tottenham Hotspur have been hampered by injuries so far this season, but they did welcome back a number of key stars to their matchday squad against Arsenal.
Thomas Frank was able to welcome back a number of key players ahead of the weekend's disappointing defeat to Arsenal in the North London Derby as their injury crisis eased. Tottenham Hotspur have been blighted by injuries to some of their star names since the season began.
Mohammed Kudus, Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Randal Kolo Muani returned to their matchday squad for that defeat to Arsenal and could feature against the current Champions League holders. Spurs also have a crucial clash with Fulham on the horizon when they return to Premier League action this weekend.
With all of that being said, football.london has taken a look at the latest Tottenham injury news and when those currently missing could return;
Dominic Solanke
Spurs boss Frank is hoping to have Dominic Solanke back for the busy festive period with the striker yet to start a competitive fixture this season.
What Frank has said: "Dom is not ready yet. We want to be absolutely sure, as sure as we can be, that there's no setback going forward. I'm confident he will soon be ready, but I will not put a time frame on it."
Potential return date: December/January
James Maddison
James Maddison is expected to be out of action until May 2026 at the earliest as he recovers from an ACL injury.
Potential return date: Summer 2026
Dejan Kulusevski
Sweden star Dejan Kulusevski had surgery on his knee back in April and is expected to return in the New Year.
What Frank has said: "Deki is still not on the grass. We're working very hard to get him fit as quickly as possible."
Potential return date: January 2026
Radu Dragusin
Spurs defender Dragusin took another step towards a return to the first team with a 45-minute appearance in a behind-closed-doors friendly earlier on this month. He's also trained with his international side during the recent international break.
What Frank has said: "He played his first 45 minutes in nine months, something like that, last Wednesday, very happy with that. He's trained fully today. He's definitely getting very close to being selected - it's just a matter of performance and probably just a few more game minutes to be fully available."
Potential return date: December 2026
Brennan Johnson
The Spurs forward is suspended for their showdown with PSG after being shown a red card in their 4-0 win over Copenhagen in their last Champions League outing.
What Frank has said: "I think I understand why it can be given. But I think it's a little bit - what I've talked about before - that still footage, studs on leg, is what the ref sees the first thing. That's where it looks bad.
"There was no recklessness in this tackle from Brennan. He goes down into a sliding tackle. You can say; 'Why give the opportunity'? But when he goes down, there's literally no leg in front of him.
"So when he slides, then the player steps down, then it looks bad after that. I think it was a little bit unfortunate, and I think it was harsh."
Potential return date: November 29 vs Fulham (H)
Ben Davies
Ben Davies is nearing a return after suffering an injury during last month's international break.
What Frank has said: "Kota (Takai) and Ben (Davies) both trained with the team today - first time - so that's also positive."
Potential return date: December
Yves Bissouma
Yves Bissouma had a minor surgery on his ankle after picking up an injury on international duty back in October.
What Frank has said: "Biss, unfortunately, had a situation with the national team, I think everyone saw it, so he got a ligament injury to his ankle that will keep him out for weeks."
Potential return date: n/a
Kota Takai
Summer signing Takai is yet to appear for his new team because of plantar fasciitis and a quad issue.
What Frank has said: "Kota (Takai) and Ben (Davies) both trained with the team today, first time, so that's also positive."
Potential return date: December
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