Tottenham Hotspur could be without Kevin Danso for an extended period after the center-back suffered a muscle injury during the team’s 2-2 draw against Bournemouth, according to football.london.
Danso’s Injury Amid Defensive Woes
Since arriving at Spurs from Lens in the winter transfer window, the 26-year-old Austrian defender has been an integral part of Ange Postecoglou’s defense. Due to injuries sidelining key defenders Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Ben Davies, Danso has played almost every available minute. However, his relentless workload appears to have taken a toll.
Reports indicate that Danso was visibly struggling towards the end of the match against Bournemouth. At the final whistle, he walked straight down the tunnel, accompanied by medical staff, clutching his right hamstring. His shorts were pulled up on that side, suggesting a possible hamstring strain.
Postecoglou’s Praise and Defensive Reinforcements
Despite his recent setback, Danso has earned high praise from Postecoglou for his solid performances since joining Tottenham. Fortunately for the Spurs boss, both Romero and Van de Ven have returned from their respective injuries, while Davies has also resumed training. Additionally, young midfielder Archie Gray has stepped up as a makeshift center-back when needed, providing the team with some defensive cover.
International Break Offers Recovery Time
The timing of Danso’s injury coincides with the upcoming international break, which means Tottenham will have no fixtures for two consecutive weekends. This could minimize the number of club matches Danso might miss, giving him valuable time to recover without significantly impacting the team’s schedule.
Awaiting Official Injury Update
Postecoglou is expected to provide further details on Danso’s condition during his pre-match press conference on Wednesday. The update will come ahead of Tottenham’s crucial Europa League Round of 16 second-leg clash against AZ Alkmaar on Thursday evening.
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Fans will be eagerly awaiting confirmation on Danso’s recovery timeline, hoping that the Austrian defender can make a swift return to action and continue his impressive performances for Tottenham.
