Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie miss Tottenham's clash with Everton
Tottenham defenders Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie have been left out of the squad for the match against Everton due to injury concerns.
Tottenham fans received an unexpected blow ahead of the clash with Everton as team sheets confirmed the absence of both Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie. The duo, who started in last weekend's draw against Nottingham Forest, were omitted entirely due to minor muscular issues.
Manager Roberto De Zerbi admitted the decision was taken to avoid unnecessary risks. He explained that Porro is managing fatigue following a long World Cup campaign, while Udogie requires careful fitness management due to his history of injuries last season.
In their absence, Archie Gray and Andy Robertson have been tasked with filling the defensive roles. The reshuffle presents a significant test for the pair as they look to maintain defensive stability against Everton's physical wingers.
Despite the team's slow start, summer signing Matheus Fernandes expressed confidence in the squad's long-term potential. The midfielder praised the quality and experience of his teammates, believing that the project under De Zerbi will lead to better results as the campaign progresses.