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Roberto De Zerbi comments on James Maddison's shoulder injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 5:01 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Roberto De Zerbi comments on James Maddison's shoulder injury

Summary

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi provided an update on James Maddison’s injury following the midfielder’s fractured shoulder sustained in the team’s season opener. Maddison, who previously battled a significant knee issue, will face an extended absence once again. In addition, Tottenham is dealing with multiple injuries, including those to Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert, as they prepare for their upcoming Carabao Cup match against Charlton Athletic. De Zerbi described Maddison's shoulder issue as a 'small injury' despite its serious nature, as the team adopts a cautious approach with various players still recovering.

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Status Watch

•Maddison suffered a shoulder fracture in the season opener against Brentford.
•He had a previous significant knee injury that kept him out for several months.
•Tottenham faces additional injury challenges with Simons and Odobert sidelined.
•De Zerbi aims to manage player fitness carefully before the Carabao Cup match.
•New signings include Savio and Omar Marmoush from Manchester City.

Latest Updates

5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi addresses James Maddison's latest injury setback

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Tottenham Hotspur boss Roberto De Zerbi has addressed James Maddison's latest injury setback, with the England international having suffered a fractured shoulder
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