Destiny Udogie faces fitness concern ahead of Tottenham’s key match
Tottenham Hotspur’s ongoing injury difficulties have deepened, with Destiny Udogie now encountering a fitness issue ahead of Saturday’s crucial trip to Molineux, reports BritPanorama.
The 23-year-old Italian defender has struggled with various physical ailments throughout the season, suffering from both knee and hamstring problems. He recently returned to the starting lineup under manager Roberto De Zerbi after overcoming a previous hamstring injury.
The specific nature of Udogie’s latest concern remains unclear, but indications suggest he is doubtful to participate against Wolverhampton Wanderers, who have already secured relegation. Tottenham currently find themselves just two points above the relegation zone with five matches left in the season.
In addition to Udogie’s status, Tottenham’s medical department is managing several other casualty lists. Mohammed Kudus and Cristian Romero will miss the remainder of the season due to quad and knee injuries, respectively. Significant midfield gaps have emerged, given that Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison have been sidelined all season with serious knee injuries.
Maddison, who sustained an ACL injury during pre-season, was an unexpected presence during Saturday’s 2-2 draw against Brighton, where the visitors equalized in the dying moments. While he did not engage in warm-up activities, his inclusion on the substitutes’ bench was perceived more as a morale boost rather than a sign of readiness for competitive play.
Despite the setbacks, De Zerbi remains optimistic, asserting that his team can still win all five of their remaining matches. He has attributed Tottenham’s struggles to a fragile “mentality” among the players rather than a deficiency in tactical guidance.
In a strategic move to address psychological barriers within the squad, Spurs are seeking to hire a psychologist to support the first-team, an effort underscored by a recent job posting on LinkedIn.
The previous encounter with Wolves ended in a 1-1 draw, with Santiago Bueno opening the scoring for Wolves before Joao Palhinha equalized for Tottenham.
After a lengthy winless streak in the Premier League, every match has become a potential turning point in a season marked by uncertainty and change, a reminder that in football, hope often clings to the margins of performance.
