Tottenham Hotspur is sweating over the fitness of star player Son Heung-Min ahead of their high-stakes Premier League encounter with Manchester United.
The Red Devils are gearing up for a crucial match at Old Trafford on Sunday, following a Europa League 1-1 stalemate against FC Twente earlier in the week.
Spurs, meanwhile, kicked off their Europa League journey with a convincing 3-0 victory over Qarabag at home on Thursday night. Goals from Brennan Johnson, Pape Matar Sarr, and Dominic Solanke sealed the win, despite Radu Dragusin's early red card.
Concerns arose when Son, after celebrating Tottenham's third goal, seemed to struggle with his fitness. The South Korean was attended to by medical staff and subsequently replaced by Timo Werner in the 71st minute.
When quizzed about Son's condition post-match, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou could not confirm whether the forward had picked up an injury, indicating that further assessment was needed. "I haven't spoken to him," said Postecoglou regarding Son's situation. "He said he felt a bit tired but I haven't spoken to him or medicals yet."
Son's availability for the upcoming clash with United is uncertain, adding to Erik ten Hag's list of potential worries as both teams prepare for Sunday's showdown.
Leny Yoro, Victor Lindelof, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia were all absent from the draw with FC Twente due to their individual injury issues. Lindelof and Malacia are on the brink of making a comeback, while Yoro and Shaw are not expected to return until later in the year.
Spurs also have their own injury worries ahead of Sunday's Premier League match. Richarlison and Wilson Odobert are ruled out, but Dragusin could potentially play as his red card only impacts future Europa League games.