Dejan Kulusevski - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Remains sidelined Kulusevski (knee) remains sidelined for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest, according to the club.

Impact Kulusevski had recently announced his return to team training after a lengthy absence, having not played a competitive match since May 2025, and coach Roberto De Zerbi had recently praised him as a standout talent who could be nearing a return. This continued absence suggests his path back to the squad is still not quite complete, and further updates on his timeline should emerge as Tottenham continues assessing him.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Kulusevski (knee) announced that he's back in team training Monday, according to Jack Pitt-Brooke of The Athletic.

Impact Kulusevski has been progressing steadily in recent weeks, and the next goal is to be available for selection as he hasn't played a competitive match since May 2025. The Swedish winger was praised by manager Roberto De Zerbi, who labelled him a "special player," and he could be on the verge of finally returning to the squad after his lengthy absence.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to group training Kulusevski (knee) was back in team training Friday, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. "[Kulu] is great news, first of all, for the human aspect, because he suffered too much....

Impact Kuluzevski made a huge return to group training Friday to the enjoyment of many Spurs fans, returning to the group for the first time in over a year following a knee injury. The club's manager only had high praise for the attacker as he returned, looking to be set for action immediately once he is deemed fit enough to play. That said, it appears his return could come very soon, a very encouraging sign for a side that struggled heavily last campaign.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Working individually, no firm timeline Kulusevski (knee) continues to train separately from the group under an individual coach as he works toward a return, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "He's working, he's worki...

Impact Kulusevski's recovery continues to be prioritized over speed, with manager Roberto De Zerbi's comments making clear the club is not rushing him back and describing the process as genuinely difficult for the player on a personal level. The comparison to Xavi Simons underscores just how important De Zerbi views him once fit, following a layoff of over a year with a complicated patella injury that also cost him a place at the World Cup. Kulusevski is expected to continue his individual rehab work with no firm timeline yet given for his return.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

No return timeline yet Kulusevski remains without a firm timeline for his return, though coach Roberto De Zerbi is hopeful he can be available as early as possible, according to Football London. "Kulusev...

Impact Kulusevski has been out of action for over a year with a complicated patella injury, a setback that also cost him a place at the 2026 World Cup, and manager Roberto De Zerbi's guarded tone points to the club prioritizing a fully sound return over accelerating things. He stayed behind at Hotspur Way rather than joining the preseason tour, and Kulusevski is expected to continue his rehab work while more clarity on his timeline develops over the coming weeks.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Timeline still being assessed Kulusevski's timeline for a return from his long term knee injury will become clearer over the next couple of weeks, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "Kulusevski, we have to se...

Impact Kulusevski has been sidelined for more than a year with a knee injury that also cost him a spot at the 2026 World Cup, and manager De Zerbi's cautious framing suggests the club is prioritizing a fully safe return over any rushed timeline. He remained at Hotspur Way rather than traveling for the preseason tour, and further clarity on when he might rejoin full training should emerge as the coming weeks progress.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not travelling for preseason tour Kulusevski (knee) will remain at Hotspur Way to continue his rehabilitation rather than travel with Tottenham's squad for the preseason tour of New Zealand and Australia, according...

Impact Kulusevski has been sidelined for more than 13 months with a knee injury that also cost him the World Cup, with the cartilage issue previously described as slow to heal given the stress placed on it. He has stepped up his rehab recently and was among the first group of players to report for preseason training, sharing positive updates throughout the summer while working back home in Sweden, and his continued progress will be tracked as he builds toward full training.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Steps up rehab work Kulusevski (knee) has stepped up his rehabilitation and was among the first group of players to report for preseason training, the club posted.

Impact Kulusevski has been sidelined for more than 13 months with a knee injury that also ruled him out of the World Cup, with his cartilage issue previously described as slow to heal due to the stress placed on it. His presence in the gym at the club's training complex during the early days of preseason points to encouraging progress in his recovery. The midfielder has been sharing positive updates on his rehabilitation throughout the summer while working back home in Sweden. Kulusevski is expected to continue building toward full training as his recovery progresses.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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Extended absence further explained Kulusevski has had his absence further explained after a season on the sidelines and missing the Swedish World Cup roster, according to Swedish team doctor Jonas Werner, per Alasda...

Impact Kulusevski has been out all year and missed the entire club season, leading to his absence from the World Cup as well. However, his reasoning has been further explained, as no one expected him to be out this long, with cartilage damage the main reason for his prolonged sidelining. He is still eyeing a return for the start of the next season after Tottenham avoided relegation, although this is not confirmed yet as he continues to work on recovery. The main goal for the technical winger moving forward will be to get back on the field, last playing May 11, 2025.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Misses World Cup squad Kulusevski (knee) has been left off the Sweden squad list for the 2026 World Cup.

Impact Kulusevski's season, which has already been a disaster, has now gotten worse, as he will not compete at the 2026 World Cup. This comes as he attempts to recover from a long-standing knee injury, last seeing the field over a year ago at this point. The only good news coming from this is that he will now have all summer to focus on a return to full fitness instead of risking his health and potentially the rest of his career at the World Cup.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Receives knee clean up Kulusevski (knee) received a minor surgical intervention to clean up his knee, according to Jack Pitt-Brooke of The Athletic.

Impact Kulusevski is still working his way back from the long-standing knee injury and has done more work on his recovery, as the attacker underwent a minor operation to remove some pain and clean up his knee. This is nothing that should set him back, but only further his progress in a return, still working to make the end of the season and the Sweden World Cup squad. The hope still is that the attacker can play again in May, although that will depend on his recovery and feeling.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Rehabbing in Spain Kulusevski (knee) is continuing his rehab in Spain and will join the Sweden squad during the international break to support his teammates, according to coach Graham Potter, per Nyh...

Impact Kulusevski hit a setback in his recovery from the long-term knee injury that has kept him out for nearly a year, though he's still making solid progress and is reportedly continuing his rehab in Spain. The Swede will join the national team during the break to support his teammates and despite not being fit to play. The attacking midfielder is still targeting a return before the end of the season as Tottenham looks for a lift in the final stretch while trying to avoid relegation to the Championship. Until he's back up to full speed, Conor Gallagher and Richarlison are in line for more minutes for Tottenham.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

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Tottenham manager Igor Tudor says some of his players are struggling to cope with the pressure as the club lurches toward relegation from the Premier League in one of its worst sea...

MARCH 13 • Associated Press

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MARCH 12 • Associated Press

Hopeful to return this season Kulusevski (knee) remains sidelined but may have a chance to play in the final stages of the 2025/26 campaign, with coach Igor Tudor mentioning him in late February "He's had reall...

Impact Kulusevski has yet to make an appearance since suffering a severe knee issue in May 2025, so he might not find a big role even if he's back for the final weeks. Still, the midfielder has made progress in his recovery, and his eventual inclusion would give the team some playmaking power. Meanwhile, Conor Gallagher and Richarlison might be set to see extended outings.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 26 • Associated Press

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FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

Set for another appointment Kulusevski (knee) is set for another appointment but appears to be nowhere near the squad, according to Thomas Frank. "Deki's got another appointment at the end of the week, where...

Impact Kulusevski is still injured and appears to have no hope of a return soon, with the attacker recently not added to the UCL list. He will now meet for another appointment to get another opinion on his injury, hoping to gain a bit more knowledge on his situation. However, a return is still up in the air, potentially not an option at all this campaign.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Left off UCL squad Kulusevski (knee) has been left off the squad list for UCL play moving forward, according to his club.

Impact Kulusevski is still yet to play this season after a knee injury to begin the campaign halted his season, appearing to be set to miss further time after left off the UCL list This comes despite around a month ago the club claiming he could be an option in a month, appearing to be no closer since the last update. The attackers return is still in limbo, with an even bigger question what spot he will hold once fit.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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