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Dejan Kulusevski discusses knee issues and Tottenham experiences

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 5:15 PM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Dejan Kulusevski discusses knee issues and Tottenham experiences

Summary

Dejan Kulusevski revealed he rejected a knee transplant this summer and expressed disappointment with some at Tottenham regarding his injury recovery. After over 500 days sidelined, Kulusevski stated that skepticism from club personnel was part of his experience, calling for forgiveness as he prepares for a return to international play with Sweden. He will feature in upcoming Nations League matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Poland. Kulusevski's comments have further scrutinized Tottenham's medical department, which has faced criticism over player injuries and recovery processes.

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•Kulusevski spent over 500 days out with a knee injury.
•He opted against a recommended knee transplant.
•He expressed disappointment with club skepticism about his recovery.
•Kulusevski is back in Sweden's squad for Nations League games.
•Tottenham's medical department continues to face criticism.

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5:15 PMYahoo Sports — 'I would have exchanged my knee for someone else's' - Dejan Kulusevski reveals he rejected a knee transplant and admits disappointment with people at Tottenham

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Dejan Kulusevski has revealed he turned down a knee transplant over the summer and admitted he was disappointed by people at Tottenham during his long injury nightmare. The Sweden international, who spent more than 500 days on the sidelines, says many at the club were sceptical about his recovery, but insists he has to forgive everything as he prepares for his international comeback.
— Yahoo Sports

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