Tottenham’s ongoing injury crisis has been dealt another blow, with France winger Wilson Odobert set for an extended spell on the sidelines following surgery for a recurring hamstring problem.
Odobert, who joined Spurs in a £30million move from Burnley in August, had shown flashes of brilliance earlier in the season. His outstanding debut in a commanding 4-0 win over Everton thrilled fans as it showed the 19-year-old’s potential and justified the club’s significant investment.
However, recurring fitness issues have hampered his ability to fully integrate into the squad.
The latest setback comes after Odobert struggled with thigh problems, which have kept him out of action since late last month, leading to a five-game losing streak. This follows an earlier spell in which a hamstring problem sidelined the 19-year-old, causing him to miss a further seven games.
These ongoing fitness concerns have limited Odobert’s chances of making a consistent impact and demonstrating the skill set that led Tottenham to invest in him.
Tottenham confirm Wilson Odobert’s injury setback ahead of Manchester City clash
Tottenham confirmed X that Odobert had right hamstring surgery last Saturday. The procedure aims to address the lingering issues that have plagued the youngster’s debut season in north London.
The club stated that Odobert’s recovery will be closely monitored, with no definitive timetable set for his return. The medical staff will assess his progress in the coming weeks to determine when he can resume training.
The statement read:
“We can confirm that Wilson Odobert underwent surgery on his right hamstring yesterday (Saturday, November 16). Our medical team will continue to monitor the 19-year-old closely to determine when he can return to training.”
We can confirm that Wilson Odobert had surgery on his right hamstring yesterday (Saturday 16 November).
The 19-year-old will continue to be closely monitored by our medical team to determine when he can return to training. pic.twitter.com/vxAZdot4y3
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) November 17, 2024
The injury is a setback for manager Ange Postecoglou, who has already been navigating a season riddled with fitness issues affecting key players. With a challenging set of games ahead, the absence of promising talents like Odobert adds pressure to maintain squad depth and competitive performance.
Tottenham will now focus on ensuring Odobert’s rehabilitation goes smoothly, hoping his timely return will boost their attack in the latter stages of the season.
