Tottenham defender Destiny Udogie believes lifting the Europa League trophy would cap off what has been a physically and emotionally challenging campaign. As Spurs prepare to take on Manchester United in the 2025 Europa League Final in Bilbao, the Italy international has opened up about his struggles and ambitions.
Despite an impressive European run, Udogie revealed that injuries significantly affected his development this season. The 22-year-old made 34 appearances across all competitions but only managed one assist, while battling persistent fitness setbacks.
“It was difficult because of all my injuries and the constant effort to get back to full fitness,” Udogie said. “I’m trying to finish the season in the best possible way to help the team.”
Spurs’ Injury Crisis and European Focus
Destiny Udogie emphasized that Tottenham’s injury woes played a major role in their inconsistency during the 2024/25 Premier League season. However, he praised the squad’s resilience and ability to rally in Europe under manager Ange Postecoglou.
“It’s been a tough season because of all the injuries we’ve had. But in Europe, the team managed to stay united and perform at the highest levels.”
— Destiny Udogie
Udogie’s First Major Trophy Within Reach
With Spurs already having beaten Manchester United three times this season, Udogie says the team is motivated to deliver silverware after a long drought.
“It would be something really important, especially considering the difficult season we’ve had. It would be fantastic.”
— Destiny Udogie
Destiny Udogie – 2024/25 Season Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearances (All Competitions) | 34 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Minutes Played | 2,600+ |
| Contract Expiry | June 2030 |
| Italy Senior Caps | 11 |
Key Takeaways
- Injury Battles: Udogie says fitness issues disrupted his development.
- Silverware Motivation: The Europa League Final could deliver Spurs' first trophy since 2008.
- Team Unity: Spurs' togetherness in Europe contrasts their injury-hit domestic form.
- Contract Security: Udogie is tied to Tottenham until 2030.
What’s Next?
Tottenham face Manchester United tonight in Bilbao, with a Europa League trophy and Champions League qualification on the line. For Udogie, it’s a chance to cap off a challenging season with a career-defining moment.
Should Spurs lift the trophy, will Udogie’s perseverance finally get the reward it deserves?
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1 Comment (last comment by Adem)
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By Adem 21 May 2025 13:14
Rooting for Tottenham! they can have a European Cup before Arsenal :)
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