November 27, (THEWILL) – Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, will be sidelined for months following a significant ankle injury sustained during the team’s 4-0 victory against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The 28-year-old Italian international underwent surgery on Monday, after experiencing a first-half collision with City winger Savinho, which initially appeared less serious during the match.
Manager Ange Postecoglou confirmed the severity of the injury during a press conference on Wednesday, stating: “It’s not going to be weeks, it’ll be months.” Despite completing the match, Vicario’s condition worsened post-game, revealing the extent of his injury. Postecoglou praised the goalkeeper’s determination, noting: “He’s as tough as nails and tough as they come.”
The injury presents a significant challenge for Tottenham, with Vicario having been a consistent performer since joining the club in 2023. Veteran goalkeeper Fraser Forster is expected to step into the starting position during Vicario’s absence. The team remains focused on their objectives, currently sitting sixth in the English Premier League and competing in the UEFA Europa League.
Postecoglou remains optimistic about the team’s progression, emphasising continuous improvement in his second season managing the club. “I keep saying that we’re a better side than we were last year and we want to keep improving,” he explained. The manager believes that by addressing gaps in performance, the team can overcome challenges presented by key player injuries.
The timing of Vicario’s injury is particularly crucial, coming ahead of Tottenham’s Europa League match against Roma managed by Claudio Ranieri. The club will need to adapt quickly, utilising squad depth and tactical flexibility to maintain their competitive momentum across multiple competitions.
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