Tottenham are under new management in the 2025/26 season, but the first half of the campaign has not been kind to Thomas Frank in terms of results.
After finishing a woeful 17th last term, they could find themselves back in the bottom half of the Premier League table as the calendar turns to 2026.
Despite their Europa League triumph last season, which helped mitigate the horrendous domestic finish, Spurs are still hoping to improve greatly on their performances and consistency. One major component of achieving that is keeping the squad fit, which has proven a challenge for the London club.
AllSportsPeople brings you a look at the list of injured Tottenham players, plus a projected lineup for their upcoming match.
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Tottenham injury list
Below is the latest injury picture for Tottenham, including estimated return dates for those who are sidelined.
Lucas Bergvall
- Injury: Knock
- Expected return date: TBD
Lucas Bergvall was forced off in the 63rd minute of Sunday's match against Crystal Palace with a knock. His status moving forward is unclear and more information is needed before knowing the extent of his injury.
Destiny Udogie
- Injury: Hamstring
- Expected return date: January
Frank ruled Udogie out of the rest of December after confirming he had sustained hamstring damage prior to the game with Slavia Prague. He should return sometime shortly after the turn of the new year.
Radu Dragusin
- Injury: ACL tear
- Expected return date: December
Romania international Dragusin tore his ACL in January in a Europa League clash with Elfsborg and his recovery timeline had been set at around 10-11 months. The club confirmed his rehab is on track, and he was finally back in the matchday squad for the loss to Liverpool on December 20.
Dejan Kulusevski
- Injury: Knee
- Expected return date: Unknown
Kulusevski's absence has been felt by club and country with the Sweden international yet to feature this season after undergoing knee surgery in May. The call to address a persistent issue was taken before Frank's arrival at Spurs, and all parties are cautious over his comeback date after he played a key role under Ange Postecoglou.
He was expected back before the end of 2025, but Spurs continually refuse to give a timeline for his return. As of now, it's unclear when he will be back. Even Frank has been frustrated by his continued absence, saying in late December: "When they are ready to be close to joining the squad then I will provide an update."
Dominic Solanke
- Injury: Ankle
- Expected return date: January
Solanke needed a minor operation on an ankle injury in September. Frank had initially hoped the striker might be back by now, but is now targeting a return in the coming weeks. "We want to be absolutely sure, as sure as we can be, that there is no setback going forward," he said.
Like Kulusevski, Solanke's return has been shrouded in mystery.
Kota Takai
- Injury: Thigh
- Expected return date: December
Japan international Takai is yet to make his Spurs debut following a summer move from Kawasake Frontale, but he could get his first taste of Premier League football in December.
James Maddison
- Injury: ACL tear
- Expected return date: June 2026
Maddison suffered ACL damage in a preseason game against Newcastle United in August, with his campaign over before it even started. The England international has left a creative gap in Frank's team, but due to the length of his rehabilitation, he's not expected to feature again this season.
Xavi Simons
- Suspended (three games)
- Expected return date: January 7 (vs. Bournemouth)
Simons was sent off for a challenge on Virgil van Dijk in the 2-1 loss to Liverpool on December 20. He is suspended for Spurs' next three games, against Crystal Palace, Brentford, and Sunderland.
Unavailable: Yves Bissouma, Pape Sarr
Bissouma and Sarr are away at the Africa Cup of Nations and will not be back until at least early January.
Tottenham predicted lineup vs. Brentford
Formation: 4-3-3
Vicario (GK)
Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence
Bentancur, Gray, Bergvall
Kudus, Richarlison, Kolo Muani
Tottenham next five games
Following the Sunday league meeting with Crystal Palace, Spurs have a busy run of Premier League fixtures, although they are home for four of their next five matches.
They next return to Champions League action on January 20 against Borussia Dortmund.
- Tottenham vs. Sunderland | Premier League | Sunday, January 4
- Bournemouth vs. Tottenham | Premier League | Wednesday, January 7
- Tottenham vs. Aston Villa | FA Cup (3rd round) | Saturday, January 10
- Tottenham vs. West Ham | Premier League | Saturday, January 17
- Tottenham vs. Borussia Dortmund | UEFA Champions League (league phase) | Tuesday, January 20