Tottenham Hotspur’s talented 18-year-old center-back, Ashley Phillips, who suffered an injury while representing England Under-19 in November, seems to be making considerable strides in his recovery.
Phillips, who has been sidelined since the international break, was recently seen training alongside the first-team players in the gym—a clear sign of progress in his rehabilitation journey.
In early December, Ange Postecoglou had indicated that Phillips would likely be out until the New Year. However, it appears that the young player is on the verge of making a comeback. Tottenham shared a training video on their X account, revealing Phillips working out in the gym and making a visible appearance, indicating positive strides in his recovery journey.
Having joined Spurs from Blackburn Rovers in the summer for a reported fee of £2 million, Phillips immediately caught the attention of manager Ange, who opted against sending him out on loan. The young defender had already left his mark at Blackburn, featuring in 14 senior appearances across all competitions at just 17 years old.
Following Micky van de Ven’s injury and Romero’s suspension, there were reports that Ange was prepared to offer Phillips an opportunity with the first-team. Unfortunately, his untimely injury hindered his chances of immediate involvement, disrupting his progression with the senior squad.
