Postecoglou dealt blow as injury concern emerges after what happened to 100% Tottenham ace today
Ange Postecoglou faces a new challenge with an injury concern surrounding Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall.
During the October international break, Postecoglou would have closely monitored his squad, hoping that all his players would return to North London fully fit. However, it appears that this won’t be the case for everyone.
According to a report from Svensk Fotboll on X (14 October), Lucas Bergvall has been forced to withdraw from the Sweden national team due to a minor injury.
The official statement confirmed that Bergvall missed Sweden’s match against Estonia, with the midfielder leaving the team to focus on his recovery. While the injury is said to be minor, it adds to the frustration for Postecoglou, who had hoped that Tottenham’s injury issues were improving.
This situation is especially troubling given Bergvall’s importance to the squad. Although the 18-year-old might not yet be a regular starter for Tottenham, his role within the team is significant, especially with a congested fixture schedule ahead.
Bergvall has already made eight appearances across all competitions this season, starting in three of those matches. His involvement has been crucial as Postecoglou looks to rotate the squad to keep players fresh for both domestic and European commitments.
In one of his more notable performances, Bergvall registered his first assist for Tottenham during a 2-1 win over Ferencváros in the UEFA Europa League on 3 October.
His display in that match showed his potential and importance to the squad. He completed 90% of his passes and successfully executed all of his long balls, according to data from Sofascore. Two of those passes were classified as key, highlighting his ability to contribute to Tottenham’s attacking play.
However, Bergvall’s performance wasn’t without its challenges. He succeeded in only 50% of his dribbles and failed to deliver an accurate cross from three attempts.
Additionally, he struggled defensively, winning just two of his eight ground duels and being dribbled past once. These stats reveal areas where the young midfielder still has room for improvement, but his overall potential remains evident.
Given his age and inexperience, there’s little doubt that Bergvall will continue to develop and refine his game as he gains more opportunities on the pitch.
For Postecoglou, the key now is ensuring that Bergvall’s injury is as minor as initially reported. The Australian manager will want to see the midfielder back in action as soon as possible, especially as the team looks to maintain form and manage the demands of a busy season.
Bergvall’s absence, even if short-term, could disrupt the team’s depth and rotation options, making his recovery a priority for Tottenham.
With the club competing on multiple fronts, the last thing Postecoglou needs is more injury setbacks. Bergvall’s recovery will be closely watched, as the young Swede continues to be an important piece of the puzzle for Tottenham.
His return to full fitness will be crucial as the team navigates through a demanding schedule, with Postecoglou aiming to maintain momentum in both the Premier League and Europa League.
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