Kudus, Bergvall, Sarr, Kolo Muani – Latest Tottenham injury news and return dates for Arsenal

Tottenham have been hampered by injuries so far this season with that expected to remain the case against bitter rivals Arsenal in their return to Premier League action on Sunday

Thomas Frank has a staggering 12 Tottenham injury concerns ahead of this weekend’s North London Derby against Arsenal. Spurs have made a decent start to the 2025/26 campaign which has been made even more impressive by the sheer amount of key absentees over the first few months.

Defeat at home to Chelsea and the last-gasp draw against Manchester United has seen optimism remain low especially with games against Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on the horizon. Both teams have been handed brutal injury blows over the last few weeks with the Lilywhites also taking a few hits.

However, key returns are expected for the visitors to Emirates Stadium this weekend with Mohammed Kudus the marquee name on track to make a long-awaited comeback despite only missing the last few games.

With all of that being said, football.london has taken a look at the latest Tottenham injury news and when those currently missing could return.

Mohammed Kudus

Kudus is expected to return for the clash against Arsenal.

Potential return date: Arsenal (A) – Sunday, November 23.

Lucas Bergvall

Further concussion issues forced Bergvall to pull out of the Sweden squad after he missed two Spurs matches.

The update from his national team suggests he may still be struggling with symptoms and is thus a doubt to face Arsenal.

What Sweden official Stefan Pettersson said: “We had agreed with Tottenham’s doctor to do some tests during the week and then run at full speed so that Lucas would feel it properly. When there was a reaction, there was no hesitation. We don’t want to take any risks.”

Potential return date: N/A.

Pape Sarr

Sarr was forced off in action for Senegal against Brazil at Emirates Stadium, which has resulted in him returning to Hotspur Way early.

What Senegal boss Pape Thiaw said: “We left him in London. He took a knock. So we felt it would be difficult for him to recover in just two days.

“Since we were in his home city, we preferred to leave him at the disposal of his club so he could receive treatment there.”

Potential return date: Arsenal (A) – Sunday, November 23.

Randal Kolo Muani

Reports in France have claimed Randal Kolo Muani fractured his jaw in the draw against Manchester United.

Potential return date: December/January.

Dominic Solanke

Frank is hopeful of having Solanke back before the end of the year with the striker yet to start a competitive game this season.

What Frank has said: “We want him back and no setbacks. We’re very aware of doing it in the right way. It is going in the right way, but he won’t be back before the international break.”

Potential return date: December/January.

James Maddison

An ACL injury is expected to keep Maddison out of action until May 2026 at the earliest.

Potential return date: Summer 2026

Dejan Kulusevski

Kulusevski underwent surgery on his knee back in April and is expected to return in the New Year.

What Frank has said: “Deki is still not on the grass. We’re working very hard to get him fit as quickly as possible.”

Potential return date: January 2026.

Radu Dragusin

Dragusin stepped up his recovery from a serious knee injury with a 45-minute appearance in a behind-closed-doors friendly earlier this month before training with Romania.

What Frank has said: “He’s fully integrated into training now. An ACL [injury] is not tricky, but it’s such a big injury, because you’re out for nine months, so you need to build strength in the knee. He is definitely getting closer to being involved. I think we plan to play him in a friendly [during the Nov break], as I understand it.”

Potential return date: December 2026.

Archie Gray

A minor calf problem has kept Gray out of action but he is on track to return this month.

Potential return date: Late November.

Ben Davies

Davies suffered an injury during last month’s international break and is still yet to return.

Potential return date: N/A.

Yves Bissouma

Bissouma had a minor procedure on his ankle after suffering an injury on his return for Mali during October.

Potential return date: N/A.

Kota Takai

Summer signing Takai is yet to appear for his new team because of plantar fasciitis and a quad issue.

Potential return date: N/A.