Tottenham Hotspur could be without several key players when they host Coventry City on Monday, October 19, with Roberto De Zerbi facing another major selection headache.
Spurs desperately need three points to boost their chances of escaping the relegation zone. However, Frank Lampard’s Coventry side will arrive in north London full of confidence after recording back-to-back victories.
With several players struggling with injuries and suspensions, De Zerbi could be forced to make significant changes to his starting lineup.
🚫 BENTANCUR SUSPENDED AFTER MAN UNITED CLASH
Rodrigo Bentancur is set to miss the encounter after receiving a red card during Tottenham’s draw against Manchester United last weekend.
His suspension represents another setback for De Zerbi, who must now find a way to strengthen his midfield and guide Spurs towards their first Premier League victory of the season.
🤕 TOTTENHAM’S INJURY LIST CONTINUES TO GROW
Pedro Porro is expected to remain unavailable as he continues recovering from a hamstring injury, despite offering some positive signs regarding his progress.
Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert are also expected to miss the game while recovering from serious knee injuries.
Dejan Kulusevski is edging closer to a return after spending an extended period on the sidelines with a knee problem. However, Tottenham are taking a cautious approach, and it remains unclear whether the Swedish winger will be ready for Monday’s fixture.
Mykhailo Mudryk is another doubt, with an ankle injury continuing to delay his return. De Zerbi has suggested that the winger still needs additional time before he can resume playing.
These potential absences could leave Tottenham short of options for a match they can hardly afford to lose.
⚠️ COVENTRY ALSO HAVE FITNESS CONCERNS
Coventry are not completely free of injury problems heading into the clash.
Frank Lampard will welcome Taiwo Awoniyi back from suspension, while Kaine Kesler-Hayden could also be available after returning to training.
However, Josh Eccles and Luke Woolfenden remain sidelined. Haji Wright is facing a longer spell out with a thigh injury, while summer signing Aurèle Amenda is expected to miss the match as he recovers from a calf problem.
Lampard has confirmed that Eccles has yet to return to training, while Woolfenden may need more time before becoming available again.
🔥 A MUST-WIN NIGHT FOR DE ZERBI?
Pressure is mounting on Tottenham as they prepare to welcome Coventry to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
With Spurs struggling near the bottom of the Premier League table, another disappointing result could make their situation even more difficult.
Coventry, meanwhile, will be eager to exploit Tottenham’s weakened squad and extend their winning streak.
The availability of several key players could prove decisive, leaving both managers with important decisions to make before kick-off.
