Dejan Kulusevski - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

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.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 23 • goal

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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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APRIL 1 • goal

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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

Tudor says some Tottenham players 'cannot manage' as relegation pressure ramps up

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MARCH 13 • Associated Press

Tottenham's Premier League position is damning and so are the numbers

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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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MARCH 3 • goal

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FEBRUARY 26 • Associated Press

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FEBRUARY 23 • goal

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FEBRUARY 21 • goal

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FEBRUARY 16 • goal

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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

'Everything has been dealt with internally' - Thomas Frank refuses to confirm if captain Cristian Romero has been fined for 'disgraceful' social media rant

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FEBRUARY 5 • goal

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Tottenham Hotspur injury crisis goes from bad to WORSE! Richarlison limps out of FA Cup tie with Aston Villa after suffering suspected hamstring issue

Tottenham Hotspur saw their injury crisis worsen after Brazil international Richarlison limped out of their FA Cup third-round tie with Asto...

JANUARY 10 • goal

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Gets injection, out another month Kulusevski (knee) has received another injection and is set to miss at least another month of action, according to manager Thomas Frank. "The latest on Dejan. We know it is a comp...

Impact Kulusevski is still working on his return to play from knee injury and is taking another hit to timeline, as the attacker had to receive another injection and will miss at least three to four more weeks before he trains on grass. This continues his absence this season, having yet to make an appearance after an injury to his knee just ahead of the season. He will likely be set for a return near mid-February to the start of March, although they will be cautious with his return after the long time out, starting in 27 of his 32 appearances last campaign while recording seven goals and four assists.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Continues recovery Kulusevski (knee) is continuing his recovery from a tricky injury, coach Thomas Frank said in a press conference, according to The Standard. "I would love to have him back soon. Un...

Impact Kulusevski is still working on his comeback from a tricky knee injury that requires time and is unlikely to allow him to return in the coming weeks. The Swedish forward was a regular starter prior to his injury and will likely remain a key player for the Spurs once he returns to full fitness.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Remains away from play Kulusevski (knee) is still not an option for the team, according to manager Thomas Frank. "No. When they are ready to be close to joining the squad, then I will provide an update."

Impact Kulusevski is still battling his fitness and is not an option moving forward for the squad, likely a few weeks from joining the team. This will put the attacker in a pinch to be fit for the new year, possibly not making it back until January. However, that will be up to his recovery, with the attacker's return date unknown.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No timeframe on return Kulusevski (knee) is still working on a return but has no timeframe for a return, according to manager Thomas Frank. "I'd love to have them ready to play for us, but they're unavai...

Impact Kulusevski hasn't trained on grass yet and continues to remain behind the curve, with the attacker still out with no timeframe to make his way back. He will likely eye the field again by the end of December or the start of the new year, a rough spell for the Swedish attacker. He still has yet to debut due to the injuries, hoping to start playing again sooner rather than later.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hasn't trained on grass Kulusevski (knee) is not back on grass yet, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Kulusevski still has yet to see the field this season after a knee injury he carried through the summer left him with a long absence to begin this campaign. That said, the attacker seems to still be far from his return, as he is yet to even train on grass, at least keeping him out until after the international break. He started in 27 of his 32 appearances last season while bagging seven goals and four assists, so they will hope he is fit moving into December.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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