Tottenham injury update: Kudus, Solanke and Udogie return latest

Tottenham Hotspur emerged from the festive period unbeaten, but fresh injury problems have added to Thomas Frank’s growing list of concerns.

While Lucas Bergvall returned to action during the draw with Sunderland, Spurs were dealt another blow as Mohammed Kudus was forced off early.

The situation is made more complex by the recent departure of Brennan Johnson, leaving Spurs short of natural wide options.

Kudus’ afternoon against Sunderland ended abruptly in the 16th minute when the winger went down off the ball clutching his left thigh.

He was replaced by Randal Kolo Muani and headed straight down the tunnel, immediately raising fears of a muscular issue.

With Johnson no longer at the club, Kudus’ injury leaves Tottenham without a recognised right winger in the senior squad, forcing Frank to consider out-of-position solutions.

Potential return date: Unknown

There was more positive news regarding Dominic Solanke, who has stepped up his recovery from a long-standing ankle injury.

Solanke has been sidelined since August but was recently pictured back on the training pitch alongside his team-mates.

“Yes, that is positive,” Frank said. “He is out there on the pitch and part-trained with the group. It feels like there could be a possibility for January.”

Potential return date: January 2026

Destiny Udogie is edging closer to a return from a hamstring injury sustained in early December.

The left-back has now missed seven matches, though Frank previously suggested the issue would not keep him sidelined for an extended period.

Upcoming fixtures are expected to arrive too soon, but his return later this month remains a realistic target.

Potential return date: January 2026

Midfielder Dejan Kulusevski continues his long recovery from a patella injury that has kept him out since April.

The Sweden international returned to grass work during the November international break but has not yet rejoined full first-team training.

A January comeback is viewed as unlikely.

Potential return date: February 2026

James Maddison is facing a prolonged absence after suffering an ACL injury during pre-season.

The midfielder recently provided an update on his rehabilitation.

“I’m doing really well for the stage that I’m at,” Maddison said. “It’s a long injury and a big surgery. Right now it’s about staying in the right mindset.”

Potential return date: Summer 2026

Tottenham’s squad depth is being tested once again, particularly in wide areas. How quickly Kudus’ diagnosis becomes clear may shape January planning, while the gradual return of Solanke and Udogie offers some relief during a demanding run of fixtures.