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Tottenham will be without both Dominic Solanke and Rodrigo Bentancur for their Premier League match against Everton this week.
Head coach Ange Postecoglou updated the media on the current injury situation at the club after Bentancur was taken off with a concussion against Leicester on Monday night.
The Australian revealed that Solanke – who signed from Bournemouth this summer – has a slight knock on his ankle that will rule him out of a home debut in North London.
On the pair, he said: “Dominic picked up a knock in the last game, he got through the game, but he flared up the day after and he’ll miss tomorrow.
“Irrespective of concussion protocols, any head injury we’ve always got to be more conservative from my perspective.
“He’s [Bentancur] bounced back really well, he’s done all the tests and feels good but we’ll take our time with Rodrigo to make sure he’s absolutely 100 per cent before we put him out there again.
“It’s unfortunate for Rodrigo as he had a good game on Monday night.”
Dominic Solanke misses this weekend’s fixture after picking up an ankle injury against Leicester.
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Postecoglou also revealed that Yves Bissouma is back in contention for a spot in the starting XI, but he still has some bridges to rebuild with the squad.
The Mali international was suspended for the Premier League opener after being seen inhaling laughing gas on social media.
Postecoglou added: “Biss is available but we’ve got other options there and the bridge building continues.”
Odobert debut?
Recent signing Wilson Odobert missed out on Monday night as he was still waiting for a work permit to be approved, but he is in line to make his first Spurs appearance on Saturday.
The 19-year-old joined from Burnley having impressed in the Premier League with the Clarets last season.
Posteoclgou said: “It’s no secret we were looking for a wide player and Wilson was one…
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Author : Mitch Fretton
Publish date : 2024-08-23 13:53:16
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