Ange Postecoglou seeking Tottenham options as Destiny Udogie tweaks hamstring
Destiny Udogie’s hamstring injury has deepened Tottenham Hotspur’s injury crisis as Ange Postecoglou’s side continues to struggle for form in the Premier League. The Italian was forced off early in the second half during Spurs’ 2-2 draw with Wolves at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, extending the team’s winless run to three league games and leaving Postecoglou’s squad stretched thin.
The 21-year-old full-back had only recently returned to action after missing two months last season due to injury. Udogie’s reappearance earlier this month was seen as a positive for Spurs, but his latest setback highlights the ongoing struggles within Postecoglou’s squad. This was his second consecutive start since his return, and the recurring issue raises concerns about his long-term fitness.
Tottenham’s Defensive Crisis Intensifies
Tottenham’s injury troubles are most evident in their defensive ranks, with Postecoglou forced to deploy midfielder Archie Gray as a makeshift centre-back. Udogie’s absence compounds an already depleted backline, leaving Spurs short of options as they head into a crucial phase of the season.
The injury problems have coincided with Tottenham’s dip in form, culminating in their inability to secure a win in their last three Premier League outings. A Boxing Day loss to Nottingham Forest and a heavy 6-3 defeat to Liverpool have left Spurs languishing in the bottom half of the table, a far cry from their earlier aspirations.
Postecoglou Calls for Squad Reinforcements
Speaking after the Wolves draw, Postecoglou expressed his frustration over the squad’s lack of depth and the heavy reliance on a core group of players. As per Football.London, here is what he said:
“We’ve been relying on a core group of players because we just haven’t had the ability to rotate,” he said. “At some point, it was going to catch up with us. Unfortunately, it caught up with Destiny.”
Postecoglou’s comments underline the urgent need for reinforcements in the January transfer window. The injuries to key players, combined with a congested fixture schedule, have exposed Tottenham’s inability to cope with the demands of the Premier League and other competitions.
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With the January transfer window just around the corner, the onus will be on Daniel Levy to back his manager on the recruitment front. With our season likely set to hinge on the outcome of the Carabao Cup campaign, it is imperative that Ange has the options at his disposal to see us go all the way. After all, Liverpool have already shown us what they are capable of.
