Overview

• Radu Dragusin, a 23-year-old Tottenham defender, sustained an ACL injury to his right knee during last week's Europa League match against Elfsborg.
• The Romanian international will undergo surgery, with recovery timelines for such injuries typically lasting up to a year.
• Dragusin has been a key player this season, making 28 appearances across all competitions, including 14 Premier League starts.
• Tottenham's defensive options are already limited, with key players like Cristian Romero, Destiny Udogie, and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario sidelined due to injuries.
• To address their defensive shortages, Spurs recently signed Kevin Danso from Lens on an initial loan deal with a commitment to buy.