Destiny Udogie’s hamstring setback raises questions for Tottenham, but the club have at least received some good news after scans this week.
Tottenham Hotspur left-back Destiny Udogie is set to miss approximately two months after suffering a hamstring injury, marking another blow to Ange Postecoglou’s already stretched defensive line.
Udogie was forced to leave the pitch during the 50th minute of Spurs’ recent clash, adding to the growing list of absentees in the Australian manager’s back four.
The timing of the full-back’s injury could hardly be worse, with Spurs facing a punishing schedule in the coming weeks
While this is not the 22-year-old’s first encounter with a hamstring issue, early indications suggest this instance differs from previous injuries.
Reports from The Sun reveal that Destiny Udogie expects his recovery to take around eight weeks, though there is relief in the fact that surgery will not be necessary.
Unlike last season, when a left quadriceps injury required surgical intervention and prematurely ended his campaign—ruling him out of the summer’s European Championships—this injury appears less severe.
Spurs fans will undoubtedly hope the player’s recovery progresses without complications, especially given his integral role in the team’s defensive stability and attacking transitions.
The absence of Udogie comes at a crucial juncture for Spurs, though Djed Spence’s return from suspension provides a viable solution for Saturday’s match against Newcastle.
However, the broader issue of hamstring injuries within Postecoglou’s squad raises questions about the physical toll of his demanding tactical philosophy.
While it remains speculative, some have attributed these recurring injuries to the relentless pace and pressing style Postecoglou requires both in matches and on the training ground.
Udogie’s current predicament, however, appears to be more a matter of chance than a systemic issue. Reflecting on his recent injury history, the left-back is said to view the latest setback as an unfortunate stroke of bad luck rather than a consequence of the team’s training regime, as reported by The Sun.
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