Tottenham Hotspur are gearing up to face Manchester City, but they might have to do it without four key players. The Lilywhites are set to clash with Pep Guardiola’s side at the Etihad Stadium next week as the Premier League title race heats up.
In their last game before the international break, Spurs missed out on a chance to break into the top four after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Ipswich Town on home soil. Meanwhile, the reigning champions, Manchester City, were also on the losing side with a 2-1 loss to Brighton, widening the gap at the top of the table for Liverpool.
Despite Tottenham’s recent success against City in the Carabao Cup, Ange Postecoglou could be facing some challenges with player availability. Wilson Odobert, who recently underwent surgery for a hamstring issue, could be sidelined for the upcoming match. The 19-year-old winger, signed for £30m from Burnley, first encountered the injury during a Carabao Cup tie against Coventry City in September.
Micky van de Ven and Richarlison are also doubtful for the City game due to hamstring injuries. Postecoglou mentioned that van de Ven’s timeline for return will be determined by his progress during the international break, while Richarlison’s return date remains uncertain.
Fortunately, Tottenham’s injury concerns seem to end there. Mikey Moore, a promising young talent, is expected to be back in contention for the City match after being left out of the squad against Ipswich Town.
In the midst of these injury woes, Odobert took to social media to provide an update on his recovery, sharing a message of faith and perseverance. His presence will be missed on the field, but his spirit remains undeterred.
As the big game approaches, Tottenham will have to regroup and rally their remaining players to face the formidable challenge of Manchester City. With the title race heating up, every match is crucial, and the Lilywhites will need to put their best foot forward to stay in contention.
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