Romero, Udogie, Davies - Tottenham injury latest and return dates for AS Monaco clash

Thomas Frank turns his attention to AS Monaco in the Champions League on Wednesday evening, but Tottenham could be without a number of their key players due to injury.

Thomas Frank could be strapped for choice when Tottenham take on AS Monaco in the Champions League on Wednesday evening.

That's because the club currently have a mounting number of injury worries which are, seemingly, hampering the Lilywhites' in England and across Europe. Spurs suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa on home soil on Sunday, despite the Villains being far from their best in 2025/26 so far.

Rodrigo Bentancur put the hosts a goal ahead five minutes into the clash, but Spurs couldn't hold on to their lead for long. Morgan Rogers levelled up the match ahead of half-time, before Emi Buendia ensured his side returned to Villa Park with all three points with 13 minutes remaining.

And as Spurs now turn their attention to Monaco in the Champions League, Frank may well be without a number of his key stars for the encounter. Here, football.London takes a look at Tottenham's growing injury list;

Cristian Romero

Cristian Romero was forced to withdraw from Spurs' clash with Aston Villa ahead of kick-off, after he suffered an adductor complaint during the warm up. As a result, Kevin Danso was drafted in to slot in alongside Micky van de Ven in the heart of defence.

Speaking after the clash, and when probed on whether Romero could be fit to face Monaco, Frank said: "I don't know. He could be, he couldn't. I just don't know.

"Right now, if I'm honest, I had one focus I went into the changing room and then I spoke to the players and then I prepared a little bit for Anthony for the questions they're going to have. Then I worry about the players tomorrow."

Potential return date: TBC

Ben Davies

Ben Davies also missed Spurs' clash with Villa - as a result of an undisclosed injury sustained on international duty with Wales earlier this month, during a match against Belgium. Little is known about Davies' injury, and as to when he will return to playing.

Potential return date: TBC

Radu Dragusin

Radu Dragusin isn't expected to return until November, as a result of still recovering from surgery to his anterior cruciate ligament. Speaking about Dragusin earlier this month, Frank said: "He's progressing well. He's been on the grass for three weeks - and is progressing as well as it should.

"We all know coming back from an ACL is a long one - he's on track - but it will be a few weeks before he's able to be involved."

Potential return date: Late November

Kota Takai

While Kota Takai has returned to training with the first-team, he missed the weekend's fixture with Villa as a result of still being a little way from full fitness. Frank said of the youngster: "Kota is better and better. He has trained fully with the team for a week to 10 days."

Potential return date: TBC

Destiny Udogie

As a result of reporting "minor irritation" with regards to his knee after his international commitments with Italy, Destiny Udogie was also missing from Frank's squad against Villa. However, the full-back may be fit enough to play against Monaco dependent on if he has recovered in time.

Predicted return date: October 22 vs AS Monaco

James Maddison

James Maddison suffered an ACL rupture during Spurs' pre-season tour which has, effectively, ruled him out for the majority of the season.

Potential return date: TBC

Dejan Kulusevski

Dejan Kulusevski is currently on the road to recovery after suffering a patella injury back in May during the 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace. Speaking about Kulusevski's potential return, Frank said: "He's a key, key player for us. Instead of putting an exact month on [his return]. I just want him back as quick as possible. I know the medical team and Dejan are working very hard on that. It's not tomorrow, hopefully not too far away."

Potential return date: January

Dominic Solanke

Elsewhere, Dominic Solanke has also been recovering after a minor procedure on his ankle. While Frank said that the club would know more with regards to his time frame for a return after the October international break, their update is yet to be given.

Potential return date: TBC

Yves Bissouma

Yves Bissouma suffered an issue with his ankle during international duty with Mali earlier this month. As a result, he should be side-lined for a number of weeks - and will miss Spurs' Champions League outing with Monaco.

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