I was never a fan of Ange Postecoglou, but the news ahead of this afternoon’s game suggests I was too harsh on him regarding Tottenham injuries.

The centre-back positions are the hardest hit, with Drăgușin, Davies, Romero (recently back), and Takai all affected. This has forced tactical adjustments from the former Brentford gaffer. Centre back Radu Drăgușin has a knee injury and isn’t expected back until the end of this month.

Ben Davies, who operates as a centre back or left back, has a hamstring issue which will also sideline him until the end of November.

Newby Kota Takai is out with a foot injury, about which there is very little information. Destiny Udogie is hopefully available for today’s game, but will surely be subject to a late fitness test. The same could be said of Cristian Romero, who picked up an abductor issue after the International break.

Archie Gray of Tottenham Hotspur speaks to the media in a post match press conference following the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD3 match between AS Monaco and Tottenham Hotspur at Stade Louis II on October 22, 2025 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot – UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)

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