Tottenham Blow: Maddison to Miss Remainder of Season With Knee Injury
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury during last week’s 3-1 Europa League semi-final first-leg win over Bodo/Glimt.
Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed the setback on Wednesday ahead of the crucial second leg in Norway, describing it as another frustrating injury blow in what has been a turbulent season for the North London club.
“Madders tweaked his knee in the first leg, so he’s out and will miss the rest of the season,” Postecoglou stated. “It’s disappointing for him. He’s been a big part of our European run.”
The 28-year-old England international had been influential in recent weeks, especially in European fixtures, but now joins a growing list of unavailable players, including club captain Son Heung-min, who remains sidelined with a foot issue. However, Dominic Solanke has been declared fit and available for the match.
Postecoglou also provided a minor update on Son, noting that the South Korean forward may return for domestic action over the weekend but has yet to resume full training.
Tottenham are aiming to lift their first European trophy since 1984 and end a 17-year silverware drought, but face mounting pressure as they also sit precariously in 16th place in the Premier League. Speculation continues to swirl around Postecoglou’s future at the club.
Despite the challenges, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario remains defiant: “We’re used to dealing with injuries. Missing Sonny and Madders is tough, but it’s on us now. The whole squad must step up.”
