Tottenham Hotspur Dejan Kulusevski is fighting to get ready for the Europa League final.
The Swedish winger is struggling with a knee ailment sustained during the 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace. His availability is unknown as the timer runs down to the Manchester United confrontation in Bilbao on May 21.
How was that revealed?
On Wednesday, Kulusevski missed Tottenham’s training. Manager Ange Postecoglou is now especially worried about his fitness.
Already ruled out with injuries- Lucas Bergvall and James Maddison- make the playmaker’s possible absence another cause of concern for Spurs.
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“He was a bit sore this morning with his knee. It looks like a knock at this stage. We are going to let it settle for 24 hours and then assess it but the initial thing is it is more of a knock than anything more significant. Fingers crossed he is OK,” the manager told reporters on Monday.
What’s the manager perception of this?
The Australian coach has remained upbeat despite the injury setback. The attacking midfielder might still recover in time for the final, he thinks.
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The Swede’s lack of training, though, casts some question. The North London side are monitoring his condition closely and should provide another update shortly.
Will the Swede make it to the final?
The 25-year-old’s recuperation could decide Postecoglou squad’s Europa League final hopes. Spurs have relied much on him; his presence against Manchester United might be quite important.
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As the Lilywhites get ready for their Premier League match against Aston Villa, fans will be anxious for the gaffer’s next update, due on Thursday.
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