Introduction

Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United are gearing up for a crucial Premier League clash at St James’ Park this Sunday. As Spurs aim to build on their recent victory over Everton, Newcastle will look to rebound after a shaky draw against Bournemouth. Here’s a comprehensive look at the injury situations for both teams.

Tottenham Injury News

Rodrigo Bentancur – Out Bentancur remains sidelined due to a concussion. Following concussion protocols, he is expected to be out for at least another week. Ange Postecoglou recently stated: “The good news is he’s bounced back really well, done all the tests, but we’ll take our time with Rodrigo before putting him back out there.”

Dominic Solanke – Out Solanke is out until after the international break due to an injury picked up in the last game. Postecoglou mentioned, “Dom picked up a knock in the last game. He got through the game but it flared up the day after, so he’ll miss tomorrow.”

Destiny Udogie – Doubt Udogie was substituted in the match against Everton due to fatigue and soreness in both hamstrings and calves. Postecoglou commented, “He was really fatigued last week as well and we’re trying to build up his minutes.” He remains a doubt but could feature.

Micky van de Ven – Doubt Van de Ven picked up a knock during the win over Everton. Postecoglou noted, “It’s OK – we have to check it, but it feels OK.” He is likely to be fit for the game.

Newcastle United Injury News

Sven Botman – Out Botman will be out until the new year after suffering a serious knee injury last season. He expressed his disappointment, stating: “I won’t be able to do what I love the most for a while, but after my knee problems recently, I know I will come out of this period a better player.”

Jamaal Lascelles – Out Lascelles is also out until the new year following surgery. He shared, “Sadly I can’t help the team on the pitch any more this season, but I’ll be doing everything I can to help off it.”

Lewis Miley – Out Miley is sidelined until mid-September after breaking a metatarsal during pre-season.

Callum Wilson – Out Wilson is out with an injury until September. Eddie Howe commented, “He definitely won’t be back before the international break.”

Fabian Schar – Out Schar is serving a suspension and will return on September 15.

Conclusion

Both Tottenham and Newcastle have several key players out or in doubt for Sunday’s match, making this Premier League encounter even more intriguing. Fans will be eager to see how both teams cope with their respective absences.