Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi took a detailed look at the squad's personnel situation at the post-match press conference and specifically commented on the condition of Ukrainian winger Mykhailo Mudryk. According to the Italian, the 25-year-old sustained an unfortunate injury during training after a long career break and will be sidelined for several weeks. This is reported by Sport RBC.UA, citing Football.London.
"A Stupid Injury": How the Manager Assessed the Incident
De Zerbi did not hide his frustration at the nature of the injury, calling it a "stupid injury" and emphasizing that such situations are a common problem for any club when one of the players is out for a long period. "Mudryk's situation is similar to others. It's a normal problem when one player is out for a long time. It was a stupid injury, and we hope he can come back as soon as possible — for him and for us," the Italian stated. The Spurs boss also noted that the Ukrainian has already suffered too much recently, and his absence is felt as the loss of an important player for the team.
How Mudryk Ended Up at Tottenham
Recall that Mykhailo Mudryk joined Tottenham on loan from Chelsea on the last day of the summer transfer window. The Ukrainian managed to make his debut for his new club in a Premier League match against Nottingham Forest, which ended in a goalless draw. It was after that match and the subsequent training sessions that the ankle injury was discovered, which became the reason for his absence.
Which Matches the Ukrainian Will Miss
Due to the ankle injury, Mudryk will not be able to take part in Tottenham's upcoming matches against Everton, Liverpool, and Aston Villa. In addition, the winger will be unavailable for the Ukrainian national team in the upcoming Nations League matches. Thus, his break will affect both the club and the international calendar, and the exact timeline for his return to the pitch will be determined as the recovery process progresses.
Context: Ukrainian Legions in Europe
The news of Mudryk's injury comes against the backdrop of other results by Ukrainian footballers abroad. It was previously reported that Artem Dovbyk scored a goal and saved Bologna from defeat in a Serie A match, demonstrating consistent form in the Italian championship. At the same time, the situation at Tottenham shows how quickly personnel losses can change the manager's plans for the upcoming rounds of the English championship.
