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Dejan Kulusevski fit for Spurs return, Roberto De Zerbi confirms

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:02 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Dejan Kulusevski fit for Spurs return, Roberto De Zerbi confirms
Summary

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi announced that forward Dejan Kulusevski is "fit and ready" as he continues his recovery. Kulusevski has not played since May 2025 and was absent during Spurs' pre-season tour. De Zerbi is optimistic about Kulusevski's availability but is cautious about rushing his return. Spurs are also transitioning in goalkeeping, having signed Martin Dubravka from Burnley and planning to sell Guglielmo Vicario. The team will play Getafe in a pre-season match at their training ground on Saturday.

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  • •Kulusevski has not played since May 2025.
  • •De Zerbi refrains from rushing Kulusevski's rehabilitation.
  • •Spurs signed Martin Dubravka and plan to sell Vicario.
  • •Spurs will face Getafe in a pre-season match on Saturday.
Latest Updates
  • 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs boss De Zerbi gives optimistic update on Kulusevski
  • 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Kulusevski 'fit and ready' for Spurs - De Zerbi
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Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi says he will not rush Dejan Kulusevski back – but is hopeful he will return to action soon.The Sweden international has not played for Tottenham since May 2025 because of...

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Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi says forward Dejan Kulusevski is "fit and ready", but remains cautious over a possible return date.

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