Roberto De Zerbi updates on injuries to Maddison, Fernandes ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi provided an update on the injuries of midfielders James Maddison and Mateus Fernandes during a press conference on July 31, 2026. Maddison, recovering from an ACL injury sustained last pre-season, is dealing with a minor issue that the coach does not want to risk aggravating. Fernandes also picked up an injury, prompting caution from De Zerbi regarding his return. Both players are expected to continue working on their fitness when the team returns to London.
- •Maddison is still recovering from last season's ACL injury.
- •De Zerbi emphasized the importance of not rushing players back.
- •Fernandes has also encountered an injury during pre-season.
- •Both players will focus on fitness upon returning to London.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — De Zerbi provides latest fitness update on Spurs midfield duo
"Tottenham Hotspur boss Roberto De Zerbi has given an update on the injuries suffered by midfield duo James Maddison and Mateus Fernandes during pre-season.After suffering an ACL injury in pre-season l...
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