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Dejan Kulusevski nears return as Spurs seek to improve performance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 9:30 PM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Dejan Kulusevski nears return as Spurs seek to improve performance

Summary

Dejan Kulusevski is reportedly close to returning to the Tottenham squad following a lengthy recovery from a knee injury. Kulusevski has not played since May 2025 due to the injury sustained against Crystal Palace. Manager Roberto De Zerbi praised Kulusevski's resilience, stating his experience can inspire the team as they sit at the bottom of the Premier League with only two points. De Zerbi emphasized the need for the squad to take responsibility and improve their performance following the international break.

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•Kulusevski has trained with the first team and could return soon.
•Dezerbi called Kulusevski's journey inspirational for the squad.
•Tottenham currently holds only two points in the Premier League.
•Team morale is a focus for De Zerbi after the international break.
•Kulusevski's last match was May 2025 against Crystal Palace.

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9:30 PMYahoo Sports — De Zerbi says Spurs players can take inspiration from team-mate’s injury battle

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Roberto De Zerbi has described Dejan Kulusevski as an inspiration as the Tottenham midfielder edges closer to a return from his long-term knee injury.Kulusevski has not featured for Spurs since May 20...
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