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Positive Signs for Spurs Captain
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has confirmed that Son Heung-min should be fit to play in the crucial Premier League match against Aston Villa this Sunday. The Spurs captain has been sidelined for the past three games due to a thigh injury, but Postecoglou is optimistic about his return.
Mixed Results Without Son
In Son’s absence, Tottenham has experienced a mix of fortunes. They secured a victory against AZ in the Europa League and triumphed over Manchester City in the Carabao Cup, but suffered a disappointing loss to Crystal Palace in the Premier League last Sunday. With the team currently sitting in eighth place, his return is vital for their ambitions.
Aston Villa’s Impressive Form
Aston Villa arrives in north London sitting fourth in the Premier League, boasting an impressive away record of five wins and one draw in all competitions. The stakes are high, making Son’s potential comeback all the more significant.
Training Update on Son
Postecoglou expressed relief as Son returned to training on Friday. “Sonny has trained today, so if he gets through training tomorrow he should be okay,” he stated during his pre-match press conference, offering hope to Spurs fans.
Defensive Concerns for Tottenham
However, the team faces additional injury concerns. Centre-back duo Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero both left the pitch injured during the recent win over City. Van de Ven, who suffered a hamstring strain, is expected to miss the Villa match but may return after the upcoming international break. Postecoglou reassured fans that the injury is not as severe as last season’s issues that kept him sidelined for 16 games.
Looking Ahead
As Tottenham prepares for this pivotal clash against Villa, the return of Son Heung-min could prove crucial in their quest for a stronger position in the league. Fans will be eagerly watching for updates as the match approaches.
