Pedro Porro and Richarlison could return from injury in time for huge Tottenham clash

Thomas Frank has delivered a timely fitness update on two key Tottenham players, as Spurs continue to battle through a difficult period on the injury front.

Tottenham Hotspur remain without eight first-team players, leaving Thomas Frank short of several key options across the pitch.

Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison have been on the treatment table for some time, with both players having picked up their injuries towards the end of last year.

Meanwhile, injuries to Rodrigo Bentancur, Pedro Porro, Richarlison, Ben Davies, Mohammed Kudus and Lucas Bergvall are more recent, with all setbacks occurring in 2026.

Thomas Frank offers Tottenham injury update on Pedro Porro and Richarlison

Frank has been forced to get creative with his team selections in recent weeks due to the growing injury list, but he has now offered a positive update on the fitness of two senior players, providing a boost for Tottenham.

Speaking ahead of the weekend fixture, the Spurs head coach was asked whether Pedro Porro and Richarlison could return in time for the north London derby later this month.

Addressing that possibility during his pre-Manchester City press conference at Hotspur Way on Friday, Frank told the official Tottenham channels: “That could be a dream scenario, and it just could happen. We will know a little bit more when we get closer, but it is in that bracket.”

With this update Spurs could be expecting the return of these stars in the next three weeks as the north London derby is set to take place on February 22.

Spurs face defining run as injury picture slowly improves

The next few fixtures are crucial for Tottenham as they continue to hover uncomfortably close to the relegation zone, and Frank will need as many players available as possible.

Spurs’ elimination from both the FA Cup and Carabao Cup has eased the schedule slightly, particularly with the Champions League not returning until March.

However, with matches against Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Arsenal, Fulham, Crystal Palace and Liverpool on the horizon, Spurs must begin picking up points quickly, making it crucial for their key players to return from injury.

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