Roberto De Zerbi backs Tottenham's medical team amid injury crisis

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Roberto De Zerbi backs Tottenham's medical team amid injury crisis
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Roberto De Zerbi has defended Tottenham's medical staff amid ongoing injury issues as the team prepares to face Chelsea on Saturday. Key players Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison are doubts due to disrupted training, while Destiny Udogie is sidelined and Tosin Adarabioyo's status is uncertain. Pedro Porro’s return is a positive sign, but the club has struggled with injuries this season. De Zerbi expressed confidence in the medical team's efforts, citing the normalcy of such challenges in football and the unique circumstances surrounding player injuries. He also reflected on Tottenham's poor away record at Chelsea, where they have only one win in 41 matches at Stamford Bridge.

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  • •De Zerbi defends Tottenham's medical staff amid criticism.
  • •Kulusevski and Maddison are doubts for the Chelsea match.
  • •Porro is available after previous injuries.
  • •Spurs have a poor away record against Chelsea.
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  • 9:04 AMYahoo Sports — Roberto De Zerbi defends Tottenham medical staff amid more Spurs injury woes
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Fitness problems have been a frequent issue for Tottenham this season and during recent campaigns

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