In a significant blow to Tottenham Hotspur, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has gone under the knife following a fractured ankle sustained during the team's emphatic 4-0 triumph over Manchester City on Saturday. The Premier League outfit confirmed the news through an official announcement.
The 28-year-old Italian international completed the match, delivering a commendable performance for the entire 90 minutes. However, Spurs reported on Monday that the injury occurred amidst the action on the pitch.
"We can confirm that Guglielmo Vicario has today undergone surgery for a fracture of his right ankle," Tottenham stated in a message shared on X. "Our medical team will evaluate his condition to ascertain when he can resume training. We're all rallying behind you, Vic!"
As it stands, Tottenham sits in sixth place in the Premier League, with a total of 19 points, and they are set to welcome AS Roma to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for their upcoming Europa League clash on Thursday.
Stay tuned for more updates on Vicario’s recovery and Spurs’ upcoming fixtures.