Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has hinted at the possibility of Giovani Lo Celso replacing the suspended Dejan Kulusevski in the upcoming match against Bournemouth.
With several players currently unavailable, Spurs face a challenging situation, as Kulusevski’s accumulation of five yellow cards in the Premier League game against Brighton renders him ineligible for the upcoming fixture.
Kulusevski has proven to be a standout performer for Tottenham this season, excelling both on the right wing and in the number 10 role, effectively filling the void left by James Maddison.
His absence will undoubtedly be felt, and Postecoglou now faces a decision regarding who will occupy Kulusevski’s position in the match against Bournemouth.
When questioned about the potential inclusion of Giovani Lo Celso, given his recent absence from the starting lineup, Postecoglou clarified that Lo Celso’s absence was due to injury, emphasizing that the Argentine midfielder is now fully fit and available for selection. He suggested that Lo Celso could feature prominently in the team against Bournemouth.
“His absence from the team was due to his injury. He was in good form before getting injured,” stated Postecoglou during his press conference. “Gio performed well when he came on in the previous matches. It’s great to have him back and ready for action.”
The unavailability of both James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski presents a significant challenge for Tottenham. However, Lo Celso has previously demonstrated his capabilities under Postecoglou, notably scoring goals against Manchester City and Aston Villa in consecutive games.
As Tottenham seeks to return to winning ways, the Argentine midfielder will likely be called upon to elevate his performance, creating opportunities and potentially contributing with a goal to aid Tottenham in securing a positive result against Bournemouth. The tactical setup for the upcoming match promises to be intriguing, considering the adjustments necessitated by the absence of key players.
