Ange Postecoglou is dealing with a number of Tottenham injury concerns before the Premier League clash against Manchester City. Richarlison and Wilson Odobert are the two long-term absentees with another four players as slight doubts that are likely pushing to be available.
A worrying scenario could play out again for Postecoglou at Etihad Stadium with it possible both of his first-choice centre-backs are ruled out. Micky van de Ven has been recovering from a hamstring injury for the last few weeks while Cristian Romero picked up an issue while representing Argentina on international duty.
Rodrigo Bentancur is a guaranteed absentee having had a seven-match ban confirmed by the FA on Monday. Timo Werner and Mikey Moore are the other concerns for Postecoglou after both wingers missed the defeat to Ipswich Town before the two-week domestic pause.
With that being said, football.london has taken a look at the latest Tottenham injury news in the lead up to their Premier League return at Man City.
Cristian Romero
Injury: Unknown
Romero managed to recover from a toe injury to feature against Ipswich Town before heading out to represent Argentina over the November international break. The defender had to be subbed off against Paraguay however, and has since withdrawn from international duty with an early return to Tottenham on the horizon.
Possible return date: Manchester City - Premier League - Saturday, November 23.
Micky van de Ven
After just 14 minutes of the Carabao Cup clash against Manchester City in late October, Van de Ven was forced off with his third hamstring injury in less than 12 months.
What Postecoglou said: "It will be after the international break. Exactly when will be dictated by his progress during that time. We will have to see."
Possible return date: Manchester City - Premier League - Saturday, November 23.
Richarlison
After coming off the bench against Aston Villa earlier this month, Richarlison appeared to pick up a serious injury while assisting a goal for Dominic Solanke.
What Postecoglou said: "Richy, with his hamstring, he’ll be out for a little while. We’re still getting the final information, but he’ll be out for a little while."
Possible return date: Unknown.
Rodrigo Bentancur
Though not injured, Bentancur will miss the weekend's clash against Manchester City and the following six domestic games. His absence is because of a ban imposed by the FA for racist comments he made in an interview about Spurs teammate Son Heung-min. He can however, play in Europe.
Possible return date: AS Roma - Europa League - Thursday, November 28.
Wilson Odobert
Odobert suffered an injury setback earlier this month with Tottenham confirming in a statement on Monday that he has now undergone surgery.
What Postecoglou said: "The only one missing out, which is a bit of a disappointment is Wilson. He's had a setback during the week and it seems like it's a serious one, so we're waiting for more information. And then from the weekend everyone else is okay and Djed's back training.
Possible return date: Unknown.
Mikey Moore
Moore has been missing for the last few games because of illness but will likely be back in contention to face Man City.
What Postecoglou said: "'Mikey, unfortunately, will still miss out on the weekend [vs Ipswich]."
Possible return date: Manchester City - Premier League - Saturday, November 23.
Timo Werner
Werner has also been absent for recent games but could be back available for Saturday's trip to Etihad Stadium.
What Postecoglou said: "Timo is likely to miss out as well."
Possible return date: Manchester City - Premier League - Saturday, November 23.
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