DISHEARTENING – Tottenham star set to miss Luton clash as report claims he just failed fitness test [Full story link in comment]
Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven is at risk of missing the Luton Town game with a hamstring injury, according to Dr Rajpal Brar.
The injury expert claims that it’s likely to be a Grade 2 setback and not as bad as the one he previously suffered which kept him out for weeks.
If the 22-year-old has trained well during the international break, he may require a late fitness test to play on 30 March at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Discussing the state of play with van de Ven exclusively with Tottenham News, Dr Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist, said: “If he’s only to miss a game or two then it’s likely a Grade 2 out of 4 injury.
“Hard to give more information as the timeline hasn’t been shared but the club may be conservative as he has a history of hamstring injuries and they have a high rate of recurrence so may not risk him for this week.
“His availability will depend on how he’s trained over the break.
“A fitness test may be required on the day of the game to ensure he’s ready to start.“
Tottenham need van de Ven back from injury
Having arrived in North London with very little fanfare, the Dutchman has not taken long to become one of the first names on the team sheet for Ange Postecoglou.
At 22, he’s often shown the maturity of a centre-back in his prime and has been pivotal in Spurs’ flying start to the campaign.
Postecoglou will be hoping that he’s fit not just for the Luton game but also for the remainder of the season.
He has made 18 league starts this term and with him in the side, Spurs have a better chance of qualifying for the Champions League.
Along with the Dutchman who is a doubt, the likes of Ryan Sessegnon, Manor Solomon and Fraser Forster will all miss the Luton clash.
