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Tottenham receive major Dejan Kulusevski injury boost from the training ground

Dejan Kulusevski has been working on his fitness in Sweden during the international break as he nears return from serious knee injury.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 6:19 PM
Tottenham receive major Dejan Kulusevski injury boost from the training ground
Key Things to Know
  • Dejan Kulusevski is nearing full fitness after missing competitive action for Tottenham since May 2025.
  • Tottenham hopes the midfielder could return to matchday squads within weeks after the international break.
  • The away match against Manchester United on October 10 is reportedly a possible target for his return.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur have received a positive fitness boost as attacking midfielder Dejan Kulusevski nears a return to action after being sidelined with a serious knee injury since May 2025. Kulusevski recently resumed training and is currently in Sweden working on his conditioning during the international break, with optimism growing that he could soon rejoin the squad.

According to Football Insider, there is hope the 26-year-old could make matchday squads shortly after the break, with the October 10 match against Manchester United cited as a potential target. Manager Roberto De Zerbi and Tottenham's medical department plan to integrate the Swedish international gradually with limited initial playing time.

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