\u201cSix Crucial Tottenham Clashes Micky Van de Ven May Miss Due to Injury\u201d<\/p>\n
Tottenham Hotspur\u2019s defensive injury crisis deepens as key players Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero face extended spells on the sidelines.<\/p>\n
Romero is already set to miss six weeks after sustaining an injury during Tottenham\u2019s dramatic 4-3 loss to Chelsea. Now, van de Ven, who had recently returned from injury, is also expected to be out for 2-3 weeks following what appears to be a recurrence of his previous issue.<\/p>\n
The Dutch defender was initially withdrawn against Chelsea due to what was thought to be fatigue, but insider reports have since pointed to a more serious concern. Ange Postecoglou, in a recent press conference, refrained from providing a definitive timeline, stating the club is still assessing the full extent of the injuries.<\/p>\n
Matches Micky van de Ven Could Miss<\/p>\n
Should van de Ven\u2019s absence last three weeks, he is likely to miss the following fixtures:<\/p>\n
Rangers (A) \u2013 UEFA Europa League<\/p>\n
Southampton (A) \u2013 Premier League<\/p>\n
Manchester United (H) \u2013 Carabao Cup<\/p>\n
Liverpool (H) \u2013 Premier League<\/p>\n
Nottingham Forest (A) \u2013 Premier League<\/p>\n
Wolves (H) \u2013 Premier League<\/p>\n
Spurs\u2019 Defensive Woes<\/p>\n
With both van de Ven and Romero unavailable, Tottenham will rely on a makeshift pairing of Radu Dragusin and Archie Gray. While Dragusin has shown promise, and Gray is gaining experience, the absence of the established duo leaves a significant void in Spurs\u2019 backline.<\/p>\n
These injuries come at a critical juncture in Tottenham\u2019s season, with the team fighting to maintain momentum in both domestic and European competitions. Spurs\u2019 adaptability and defensive resilience will be severely tested in the coming weeks, and their ability to secure results during this challenging period could shape the trajectory of their season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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