Mudryk Injury Setback
Tottenham Winger Mykhailo Mudryk Suffer Injury Layoff Following Long-Awaited Return to Action
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Mudryk’s appearance at Nottingham Forest marked his first competitive outing in 646 days, according to the Daily Express.
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A photograph circulating online appeared to show Mudryk wearing a protective boot on his left foot, while he was also absent from Tottenham’s latest training video.
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Tottenham’s attacking depth has been further affected by transfer and injury decisions: Richarlison was left out of the Premier League squad after asking to leave, while teenage winger Mikey Moore joined Cologne on loan after Mudryk’s arrival.
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Dejan Kulusevski is reportedly nearing a return after more than a year out with a knee injury, with Sweden manager Graham Potter describing him as “very close”; James Maddison is also recovering from a knee problem but has additionally suffered a shoulder injury.
Tottenham winger Mykhailo Mudryk faces an extended spell on the sidelines after suffering an ankle injury in training, just days after making his first competitive appearance in 646 days. Yahoo News reports the 25-year-old Ukrainian is expected to miss matches against Everton, Liverpool, and Aston Villa, with a return anticipated after the international break. One report suggests the absence could stretch to two months, dealing another blow to manager Roberto De Zerbi's attacking options.
Mudryk arrived at Spurs on a season-long loan from Chelsea after returning from a 20-month suspension linked to the banned substance meldonium. His Saturday debut at Nottingham Forest in a 0-0 draw was meant to mark a fresh start, but the injury has derailed that momentum.
A Costly Debut After Long Absence
Mudryk's return to action lasted just 90 minutes. The Standard confirmed he came off the bench Saturday at Nottingham Forest in what marked his first competitive match since January 2023. Photos showed the winger wearing a protective boot on his left foot, and he was notably absent from Tottenham's latest training session footage.
The 20-month suspension cost Mudryk nearly all of 2023 and early 2024. His brief appearance suggested he might contribute immediately to De Zerbi's attack. Instead, the ankle injury means he faces another forced absence right as he was regaining match fitness.
De Zerbi's Attacking Options Shrink Further
Tottenham's forward lineup is already stretched thin. Richarlison was left out of the Premier League squad after requesting a departure. Teenage winger Mikey Moore joined Cologne on loan, removing another option just before Mudryk's arrival. Now Mudryk's absence leaves De Zerbi with limited attacking depth.
The injury timeline compounds these problems. Mudryk will miss at least three matches. The New York Times notes his return is expected only after the international break in late September, forcing De Zerbi to adapt his tactical approach for crucial early-season fixtures.
Other Attackers Racing Against Time
Help may arrive soon elsewhere. Dejan Kulusevski is nearing a return after more than one year out with a knee injury. Sweden manager Graham Potter said the midfielder is "very close" to full availability, potentially easing pressure on De Zerbi's squad.
James Maddison is also recovering but faces multiple hurdles. The attacking midfielder has dealt with both a knee injury and a shoulder problem. His return timeline remains unclear, meaning De Zerbi cannot yet rely on him for the next stretch of matches either.
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