Tottenham Hotspur will face Everton this Saturday without the services of striker Dominic Solanke due to an ankle injury. The £65 million signing picked up the injury early in Monday’s 1-1 draw with Leicester City. Although Solanke continued to play, the injury worsened the following day, leading to his exclusion from the Everton match.
Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed the injury, noting that while Solanke managed to complete the game, the condition of his ankle has not improved. The manager could not provide a timeline for Solanke’s return, including whether he will be fit for the match against Newcastle the following weekend.
“It’s an ankle injury,” Postecoglou explained. “He sustained it early in the game when someone caught his ankle. The situation depends on his recovery, and we’re hopeful it’s not a serious issue.”
In Solanke’s absence, Brazilian forward Richarlison is likely to start against his former team, with Pedro Porro also available despite dealing with a foot issue. Rodrigo Bentancur remains out due to concussion protocols, though Yves Bissouma returns to the squad after a club suspension.
Postecoglou is looking to secure Tottenham’s first win of the season after a draw with Leicester, with challenging fixtures against Newcastle, Manchester United, and Arsenal approaching. The manager will be hoping for Solanke’s swift return to full fitness to bolster the team’s attacking options.
