Dejan Kulusevski
25-Year-Old
Tottenham Hotspur
Premier
OUT
Injury Knee
Est. Return 5/2/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Kulusevski has always been a bit underrated at Tottenham, but even when the team struggled, his versatility in positioning shined through. While his total goal contributions didn't change from the season prior (11), his ability to play deeper in the midfield or on the wing allowed him to start when healthy. A knee injury derailed the back half of his season, resulting in just 27 starts from 32 league appearances. It's unclear if his future under new manager Thomas Frank is centrally or on the wing, as there's plenty of competition in the squad. But wherever Kulusevski plays, he should be a productive attacking threat.
Hopeful to return this season
Kulusevski (knee) remains sidelined but may have a chance to play in the final stages of the 2025/26 campaign, with coach Igor Tudor mentioning him in late February "He's had really big problems as you know, but he's positive and also the doctors are positive, so we'll see next week how he's going. We hope [he can play this season]. In this moment, we don't know.", Kieran Horn of Football London reports.
ANALYSIS
Kulusevski has yet to make an appearance since suffering a severe knee issue in May 2025, so he might not find a big role even if he's back for the final weeks. Still, the midfielder has made progress in his recovery, and his eventual inclusion would give the team some playmaking power. Meanwhile, Conor Gallagher and Richarlison might be set to see extended outings.
Kulusevski has yet to make an appearance since suffering a severe knee issue in May 2025, so he might not find a big role even if he's back for the final weeks. Still, the midfielder has made progress in his recovery, and his eventual inclusion would give the team some playmaking power. Meanwhile, Conor Gallagher and Richarlison might be set to see extended outings.
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Set for another appointment
Kulusevski (knee) is set for another appointment but appears to be nowhere near the squad, according to Thomas Frank. "Deki's got another appointment at the end of the week, where we will know more, but of course, being out of the Champions League squad is a sign it is not tomorrow. I don't know [if he will return before the end of the season].
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Left off UCL squad
Kulusevski (knee) has been left off the squad list for UCL play moving forward, according to his club.
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Gets injection, out another month
Kulusevski (knee) has received another injection and is set to miss at least another month of action, according to manager Thomas Frank. "The latest on Dejan. We know it is a complicated injury. If there is one person who can accelerate that (recovery) it is Dejan, who is a top pro and has a top mentality. The most important thing is to remove the pain in the knee. He had an injection to help that 10 days ago. We will know in 3-4 weeks if that has settled. And when it has settled, hopefully, he will be on the grass and from there, we will see what is happening."
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Continues recovery
Kulusevski (knee) is continuing his recovery from a tricky injury, coach Thomas Frank said in a press conference, according to The Standard. "I would love to have him back soon. Unfortunately, it was a tricky injury he got so it just takes time. He is a key player and has been such a key player for us. They are working very hard and he is working very hard to come back on the pitch."
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Remains away from play
Kulusevski (knee) is still not an option for the team, according to manager Thomas Frank. "No. When they are ready to be close to joining the squad, then I will provide an update."
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Spurs want to keep him around
Tottenham are not keen on parting ways with Kulusevski, according to GiveMeSport.
ANALYSIS
Tottenham rate the Swedish star extremely highly, and they'd rather sign him to a new deal than see him walk away from the club in the summer. There's no shortage of teams interested in the winger, though, with AC Milan and Napoli keeping close tabs on his availability. It's unclear if Tottenham would be open to listening to offers for the Swedish forward.
Tottenham rate the Swedish star extremely highly, and they'd rather sign him to a new deal than see him walk away from the club in the summer. There's no shortage of teams interested in the winger, though, with AC Milan and Napoli keeping close tabs on his availability. It's unclear if Tottenham would be open to listening to offers for the Swedish forward.