Ange Postecoglou has confirmed the unfortunate news that key defender Cristian Romero has sustained a hamstring injury, sidelining him for a period of 4 to 5 weeks. This hefty blow comes at a critical juncture for Spurs, who had been working to regain their stride after a spate of injuries disrupted their promising start to the season.
Romero, a linchpin in Tottenham’s defensive setup, was forced off during the Everton clash at half-time due to hamstring tightness. While initial hopes were raised following a report from Standard Sport indicating a potential swift return for Romero against Brighton, these expectations were swiftly dashed by Postecoglou’s revelation of the Argentine’s extended absence. Confirming Romero’s prognosis, Postecoglou announced that the player’s recovery is anticipated to take four to five weeks.
Addressing the setback, Postecoglou expressed, “It’s not so great with Romero. He had a scan the other day. He’s got a hamstring strain. So we’re looking at probably four weeks, five weeks for him.”
Romero’s absence poses a significant challenge for Spurs, reminiscent of the struggles following the Chelsea defeat earlier in the season when the team went five games without a win in the absence of Romero and van de Ven. With two crucial games remaining before the transfer window opens, securing defensive reinforcements emerges as a critical priority for the Spurs’ management to address the impending void in the lineup.
This development places added pressure on Tottenham’s defensive resources, necessitating astute maneuvering to ensure defensive stability and strength in the upcoming fixtures.
