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Dejan Kulusevski - Close to return Kulusevski (knee) is not far from a return but is managed on a day by day basis, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "We have to manage Deki in the best way possible with the medi...

Impact Kulusevski was recently spotted training without limitations for the first time since being sidelined since the start of last season, and manager De Zerbi's latest comments continue to point toward a management process that's nearing its final stages. Once fully cleared, he could provide fresh competition for Mateus Fernandes, Conor Gallagher and James Maddison in midfield.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sandro Tonali - Fit to face Aston Villa Tonali (undisclosed) is fit to feature in Saturday's clash against Aston Villa, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "Porro, Tonali, Maddison, all are available to play. We have to...

Impact Tonali had picked up a knock against Everton that ruled him out of the Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool, an issue that never appeared to be a lengthy concern. His confirmed availability now removes that doubt entirely, positioning him to return to Tottenham's midfield for the upcoming Premier League fixture against the Villains.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Porro - Available to play Saturday Porro (strain) trained in full in recent days and is available to play, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "Porro, Tonali, Maddison, all are available to play. We have to underst...

Impact Porro had been rested a few times in the early stages of the season following an intense World Cup run, though the issue was never considered significant. His confirmed availability now positions him to look at reclaiming a starting role at right back from Archie Gray, along with taking back set piece duties from Andrew Robertson and Mateus Fernandes.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dejan Kulusevski - Training fully Kulusevski (knee) was spotted in training without limitations Thursday, Chris Cowlin of talkSPORT reports.

Impact Kulusevski is close to being available after struggling with a setback from the injury that sidelined him since the beginning of the 2025/26 period. The midfielder is still unlikely to see a lot of minutes on the field and should be expected to come off the bench when he returns to the match squad. If he continues to make steady progress, he'll push for increased opportunities to produce and may become an appealing source of playmaking contributions later this year, offering competition for Mateus Fernandes, Conor Gallagher and James Maddison.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Destiny Udogie - Logs 57 minutes in return Udogie (muscular) played 57 minutes in Tuesday's 3-1 Carabao Cup loss to Liverpool.

Impact Udogie returned directly to the starting XI against Liverpool and played 57 minutes before being withdrawn as Tottenham continued to manage his workload following the muscular issue. Getting through nearly an hour represents a positive step after his brief absence, and the left-back should be in position to start again Saturday against Aston Villa. Andrew Robertson remains an alternative on the left if manager Roberto De Zerbi opts to manage Udogie's minutes further.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

English League Cup: Tottenham's misery continues with loss at Liverpool and Dowman stars for Arsenal

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SEPTEMBER 15 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 15 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Mohammed Kudus - Active performance Tuesday Kudus made his first start of the season, recording three shots (one on goal) and four crosses (one accurate) in Tuesday's 3-1 EFL Cup loss to Liverpool, and he was mentioned by ma...

Impact Kudus finally saw a meaningful outing, although he lacked efficiency during a tough cup contest. He's not yet in top shape following a lengthy recovery period from a muscular injury that sidelined him for most of the first half of the calendar year. However, if he reaches his former level, he'll be one of the team's most valuable and polyvalent midfielders, competing mainly with Savio on the right wing and with Mateus Fernandes, James Maddison and Conor Gallagher for a central spot.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Porro - Expected to return Saturday Porro (strain) will bounce back to the squad for the weekend meeting with Aston Villa, coach Roberto De Zerbi confirmed after the midweek loss to Liverpool, per Alasdair Gold of Fo...

Impact Porro has been forced to rest a few times in the early stages of the season following an intense World Cup run, but he's not dealing with a significant problem and should be able to make regular starts later this year. His presence at right-back would give the team an important boost, particularly in terms of offensive projection from that flank. Once he's fully fit, he'll look to regain a starting role from Archie Gray while taking set pieces away from Andrew Robertson and Mateus Fernandes.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Dubravka - Makes Spurs debut in EFL Cup Dubravka allowed three goals while making two saves during Tuesday's 3-1 EFL Cup loss to Liverpool, marking his first start for Tottenham. Coach Roberto De Zerbi referred to him po...

Impact Dubravka got an opportunity to showcase his quality after staying on the bench in each of the first three Premier League games of the 2026/27 campaign. While the result was not too encouraging and Tottenham were eliminated from the tournament, the former Newcastle keeper could continue to serve as Antonin Kinsky's backup and see more action later in the season when there are FA Cup matches.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 15 • SI.COM

James Maddison - Comes off bench in EFL Cup loss Maddison came off the bench and played 15 minutes in Tuesday's 3-1 EFL Cup loss to Liverpool.

Impact Manager Roberto De Zerbi acknowledged that Maddison wasn't ready to start in this match, but he still got some minutes off the bench to keep building his fitness. Maddison could contend for a regular starting role once he's fully fit, but that's not expected until after the October international break -- in a best-case scenario.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 15 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

James Maddison - Not ready to start in EFL Cup Maddison won't be in the starting lineup in Tuesday's EFL Cup match against Liverpool, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Impact The Italian manager admitted that Maddison will not be fit enough to start in midweek despite returning from a shoulder fracture against Everton the last time out. The Spurs are being extremely cautious with Maddison's fitness given all the issues he's had over the last 18 months. He's been limited to just two appearances off the bench so far in the 2026/27 EPL campaign.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Mohammed Kudus - Could start in EFL Cup Kudus could start in Tuesday's EFL Cup match against Liverpool on Tuesday, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. "Kudus can start, because in terms of physical condition he's bett...

Impact Kudus played 27 minutes off the bench against Everton last week and has logged three straight EPL appearances in which he's played between 22 and 29 minutes. The Ghanaian winger hasn't started a game for the Spurs since Jan. 4, and that drought could come to an end soon, paving the way for Kudus to become a regular starter for the Spurs after the October international break.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Mohammed Kudus - Three crosses Saturday Kudus registered three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Everton.

Impact Kudus came off the bench in his third straight match Saturday, once again playing just under a half hour as he eases back from his long injury absence. He was decent in his bench appearance, creating one chance in his second straight match. With Spurs still scoreless through four matches this season, Kudus will hope to join the starting XI soon to finally get his side over that hump.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Andy Robertson - Seven crosses and clean sheet Robertson registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Everton.

Impact Robertson had a productive outing on both ends of the pitch Saturday, notably keeping his first clean sheet of the season. He also had his best attacking outing of the season so far, recording season highs in crosses and chances created. Robertson is currently battling with Destiny Udogie for the starting left back spot, but Robertson's experience appears to be winning out thus far.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dejan Kulusevski - Still not ready to return Kulusevski (knee) remains out for Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "Kulusevski is not available"

Impact Kulusevski remains short of a return after recently stepping away from team training during his recovery from a lengthy knee absence. He hasn't played a competitive match since May 2025, and manager Roberto De Zerbi previously described the interruption in his training as a normal part of returning from such a long layoff rather than a significant setback. Kulusevski will need more time before making his long-awaited return to the squad.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Mateus Fernandes - Three shots in draw Fernandes recorded three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Everton.

Impact Fernandes led the team in shots Saturday, recording three from attacking midfield. He also recorded one inaccurate cross and one corner on the attack in what was a disappointing performance from a creative perspective. He also won two tackles before he was subbed off in the 63rd minute.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sandro Tonali - Ruled out with knock Tonali has been ruled out of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool after picking up a knock against Everton on Saturday, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "There is no T...

Impact Tonali picked up the issue during Saturday's Premier League match against Everton and won't recover in time for the midweek cup fixture. The injury is currently described only as a knock, with no indication that the midfielder is facing a lengthy absence. His status will need to be reassessed ahead of Tottenham's next Premier League fixture.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Destiny Udogie - Available against Liverpool Udogie (muscular) is available for Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "Udogie yes"

Impact Udogie returns after missing Saturday's match against Everton with a minor muscular problem, making his absence limited to one game. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has emphasized the need to manage the left-back's workload following his injury issues last season, so his minutes could continue to be monitored even after being cleared to return. Andrew Robertson provides another option at left-back.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Antonin Kinsky - Keeps clean sheet Saturday Kinsky recorded three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Everton.

Impact Kinsky kept his second straight clean sheet Saturday, making three saves in the goal-less draw. It's been a nice turnaround for the keeper after he conceded five goals through the first two matches of the season. He'll look to keep that momentum going Saturday versus Aston Villa, a side which has scored one goal through four matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Porro - Remains unavailable Porro (muscular) remains unavailable for Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash against Liverpool, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "Pedro is still not available"

Impact Porro will miss a second consecutive match after sitting out Saturday's clash against Everton with a minor muscular problem. His initial absence was described as precautionary following a heavy workload at the World Cup, but he has yet to recover sufficiently to return. Archie Gray remains an option at right-back while Porro is sidelined, with no firm timetable provided for his return.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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