Tottenham hit with injury setback as player’s recovery delayed | OneFootball

Tottenham's 2024 season has been a challenging one, and things just got tougher for the North London club with an unfortunate injury update on Richarlison.

The Brazilian forward, who has struggled with injuries throughout the year, now faces an extended period on the sidelines following his latest setback.

The injury occurred during Tottenham’s impressive 4-1 win over Aston Villa earlier this month when Richarlison pulled up while assisting Dominic Solanke.

Initially, there were hopes that the injury was not too serious, with reports suggesting a standard recovery timeline of four to six weeks.

However, recent updates paint a different picture, with sources revealing that the forward’s injury is more severe than originally anticipated.

Tottenham hit with injury setback as player’s recovery delayed

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While it was initially thought to be a grade three hamstring tear, further investigations showed that the issue is in his right thigh, with no tendon damage.

Despite this, it seems the injury will keep him out for much longer than expected, with Tottenham's medical team now suggesting that he may not return until early 2025.

This news, though disappointing, is not a complete disaster for Tottenham if Richarlison can make a full recovery by the start of next year.

However, the big question remains: can he stay fit for the rest of the season? Richarlison has had a tough year, with multiple injuries preventing him from reaching his full potential, and there are concerns that even if his workload is carefully managed, he could face more setbacks.

This brings up an important question for Tottenham's management—will they look to the January transfer market for a striker?

With the need for a reliable backup to Dominic Solanke, the club may need to consider bringing in extra cover.

Richarlison's injury woes could force Tottenham to act sooner rather than later, particularly if they want to keep their push for top-four aspirations on track.

Richarlison’s struggles with injuries have been well-documented, and there’s growing concern over his ability to stay fit for an extended period.