Tottenham’s season has been heavily disrupted by an ongoing injury crisis, with several key players sidelined, including in the forward line.
However, manager Ange Postecoglou has delivered encouraging news about the return of two important attacking options, Richarlison and Mikey Moore.
Ange Postecoglou shares update on Richarlison and Mikey Moore
Postecoglou confirmed that both forwards are nearing the end of their recovery and are expected to rejoin first-team training next week.
This development comes at a critical time for the Lilywhites, who have struggled with injuries and inconsistent performances throughout the campaign. The Australian manager said (Via Football London):
“Yeah him [Mikey Moore] and Richy [Richarlison] in the final phases. Next week they can start training.
“We’ve got a bit of a gap before the Newcastle game. The plan is Mikey and Richy come back into first-team training next week.”
Richarlison’s season has been particularly challenging. The Brazilian striker has been out of action since November with a hamstring injury, adding to earlier fitness issues that have seen him miss a total of 22 games.
Prior to his injury, Richarlison managed only seven appearances across all competitions, clocking just 173 minutes. His prolonged absence has significantly limited Tottenham’s options in attack, leaving the team short of firepower during crucial fixtures.
Similarly, academy graduate Mikey Moore has been sidelined since early November, missing 12 matches. The young forward, who made his first Premier League start earlier in the season, has demonstrated his potential in eight appearances across all competitions. His imminent return is expected to bolster Tottenham’s attacking depth, providing fresh energy, particularly as an impact substitute.
The return of both players comes at a vital moment as Spurs face a demanding run of fixtures, including a key encounter against Newcastle next week.
Having additional attacking reinforcements could be instrumental in addressing the team’s struggles and improving consistency.