Spurs' Fitness Crisis Ahead of Brentford | UK News

Tottenham’s Premier League opener looms in just eight days, but key players remain uncertain with fitness and workload concerns. Manager Roberto De Zerbi must tread carefully without European football this season, especially with the demanding style of play and injury history. Two friendlies against Hoffenheim this weekend — one public on Saturday, one closed-door Sunday — will be vital to gauge readiness for Brentford. Micky van de Ven hasn’t played a minute yet despite his new contract; Kudus and Maddison are close to returning after injuries; Solanke is being managed; Kulusevski and Udogie haven’t featured; Odobert and Simons are still rehabbing ACL tears. Expect updates from De Zerbi next week as the squad prepares for the big kick-off. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/52da71e58e9efec3