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‘Ahead of schedule’ – Tottenham insider provides massive injury update

Tottenham Hotspur’s injury problems over the past two seasons are well documented. They currently have a bunch of players on the treatment table, but it goes without saying that it won’t ever get as bad as last season. Xavi Simons…

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 7:22 PM
‘Ahead of schedule’ – Tottenham insider provides massive injury update
Key Things to Know
  • Tottenham insider Paul O'Keefe reports quiet confidence that Xavi Simons could return from his ACL injury ahead of schedule.
  • Simons suffered the knee injury against Wolves late last season and subsequently missed the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • Tottenham Hotspur will remain cautious regarding the Dutch midfielder's rehabilitation timetable.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Xavi Simons could make his return ahead of schedule following an ACL injury suffered late last season against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Insider Paul O'Keefe reported on social media that there is quiet confidence regarding Simons returning to the pitch sooner than anticipated, with a potential comeback possible before the end of 2026.

The Dutch international previously missed the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Tottenham's final matches of the prior campaign due to the injury. Despite the positive rehabilitation progress, the club is expected to take a cautious approach with his recovery, mirroring their management of teammate Dejan Kulusevski.

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