Mohammed Kudus
TOT
RW
Wide Forward
Aug 2, 2000 (26)
Left
5'10"
154 lb
SpursMakes long-awaited return
Kudus recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Newcastle United.
Analysis: Kudus made his first appearance since suffering a serious quadriceps injury on Jan. 4. He replaced Mathys Tel in the 68th minute and immediately provided a spark on the wing. Still, he looked a bit rusty as he didn't record an accurate cross despite contributing five crosses, and a couple of the crosses were way off target. It may take him some time to fully get back to himself, but once he does he will be a regular member of the starting XI.
On bench against Newcastle
Kudus (quadriceps) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Newcastle United.
Analysis: Kudus has been working his way back from a quadriceps injury that sidelined him for nearly eight months. After missing the first two competitive games of the season, he is now back in the squad and could make his long-awaited return from the bench.
Could make bench Saturday
Kudus (quadriceps) could make the bench for Saturday's clash against Newcastle United, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi.
Analysis: Kudus has been working his way back from a quadriceps injury that has kept him out for nearly eight months, and while he was not ready for the recent League Cup match against Charlton Athletic, this update marks an encouraging step forward. His return, even in a limited capacity, would be a welcome boost for the Spurs, who have missed his creativity going forward throughout his extended absence.
Remains sidelined past opener
Kudus (quadriceps) is not yet ready to face Charlton Athletic in Wednesday's League Cup match and remains a serious doubt for Saturday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United, according to head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
Analysis: Kudus has been working his way back from a quadriceps injury that has kept him out for nearly eight months, and De Zerbi said before the weekend that the winger was closing in on a return. That timeline slipped when he was left out of Saturday's opener against Brentford, and Tottenham now indicate he's also unlikely to feature against Charlton Athletic in the cup. With Newcastle United arriving quickly after, his availability for that one looks similarly uncertain, with the club leaning toward caution rather than risk. Tottenham, who have missed his creativity going forward, will be eager to have him back once the medical staff are satisfied he's ready.
Still awaiting return
Kudus (quadriceps) is not in the squad for Saturday's league opener against Brentford.
Analysis: Kudus has been sidelined for nearly eight months with a quadriceps injury but returned to team training ahead of the season. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi recently said he was almost ready, though his absence from the squad Sunday means he will have to wait longer for his return to action.
Nearing return from quad injury
Kudus (quadriceps) is close to full fitness, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "Kudus is almost ready."
Analysis: Kudus's recent progress caps a recovery from a quadriceps injury that kept him out for nearly eight months. He'd already returned to team training, and this update suggests his path back to matchday squads is finally coming into view. He notched two goals and five assists in 19 appearances before the injury and is assumed to be a starter once fully fit. Mikey Moore is expected to continue deputizing for him until Kudus is ready to reclaim his spot.
No minutes played in preseason
Kudus (quadriceps) is not part of Tottenham's squad to face Hoffenheim, ending preseason without featuring in a single match, the club announced.
Analysis: Kudus had returned to team training after nearly eight months out with a quadriceps injury, marking major progress in his recovery, but his continued absence from matchday squads suggests he remains a way off full match readiness. He notched two goals and five assists in 19 appearances before the injury and is assumed to be a starter once fully fit. Mikey Moore could start in his place for the season opener against Brentford.
Resumes training with teammates
Kudus (quadricpes) was back in team training Thursday, according to his club.
Analysis: Kudus is making a major step in his recovery from injury, as the attacker has made his way back to team training after nearly eight months out. This is huge news as he prepares for the start of the season on Aug. 22 against Brentford, potentially an option from the jump to begin this season. He is assumed to be a starter once he is fit, as he was a major piece of the team that they missed following his injury last campaign, notching two goals and five assists in 19 appearances.
Set to resume training
Kudus (quadriceps) is expected to rejoin training with the group this week, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi, per Football London.
Analysis: Kudus has been sidelined since January with a quad injury, an absence that also cost him a spot at this summer's World Cup and kept him out of Tottenham's final matches of last season. His pace, dribbling and versatility across the frontline make him a key attacking weapon once fully reintegrated, and this update marks encouraging progress in a recovery that has stretched well over half a year. Kudus is expected to begin working with the squad again in the near future as his return draws closer.
Very close to return
Kudus (quad) is very close to returning to action, according to coach Roberto De Zerbi. "I think when we come back to London he will be available to start working with us."
Analysis: Kudus has been out with a quad muscle injury since early January, missing Tottenham's final 23 matches in all competitions last season, and manager De Zerbi's update marks the most encouraging sign yet of his return following a setback in April that also cost him a spot at the World Cup. His planned reintegration with the squad once Tottenham returns to London positions him to begin working with the team again in the near future, a boost De Zerbi described as a great thing given the importance of Kudus for the Spurs.
Remains at Hotspur Way
Kudus (quad) will remain at Hotspur Way to continue his rehabilitation rather than travel with Tottenham's squad for the preseason tour of New Zealand and Australia, according to the club.
Analysis: Kudus' recovery from a serious quad injury suffered in January already suffered one setback in April, which cost him the World Cup, and he continues to follow a separate rehab plan away from the traveling squad. He has been shown working intensively with strength and conditioning coaches on high intensity twisting and turning movements, a sign he could be edging closer, though nothing suggests he is near a return to full team training just yet.
Misses friendly as rehab continues
Kudus (quad) will miss Wednesday's friendly against MK Dons as he continues to follow a separate rehabilitation plan while recovering from the serious injury, according to The Standard.
Analysis: Kudus sitting out the MK Dons friendly came as no surprise, with reports five days out already indicating he remained away from team training on a separate rehab track. His recovery from the January quad injury already suffered one setback in April, which cost him the World Cup. He has been shown working intensively with strength and conditioning coaches, with high-intensity twisting and turning movements that hint he could be edging closer, though nothing suggests he's near team training just yet.
Returns for preseason training
Kudus (quadriceps) has returned to training with Tottenham Hotspur as preseason gets underway, the club posted.
Analysis: Kudus missed the World Cup with Ghana and the end of last season after suffering a setback in his recovery from a quadriceps issue that had sidelined him since January. His return to training marks a positive step after a frustrating conclusion to a campaign in which he had produced three goals and five assists across 24 appearances before the injury struck. Tottenham will be aiming to have him build up fitness steadily through preseason after the lengthy layoff. Kudus is expected to be reintegrated gradually as the club monitors his workload in training.
Won't play at World Cup
Kudus (quadriceps) wasn't been included in Ghana's World Cup squad and will now focus on a full recovery ahead of the 2026/27 season, the Ghana FA announced.
Analysis: Kudus had been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a setback in his recovery from the quadriceps issue that has kept him sidelined since Jan. 4, making his omission from the Black Stars squad an unfortunate but expected outcome. The midfielder ends the campaign with three goals and five assists across 24 appearances in all competitions before the injury struck, and Tottenham will be hoping to have him fully fit and available from the very start of next season after a deeply frustrating end to what had otherwise been a productive individual campaign.
Will miss rest of season
Kudus (quadriceps) is officially ruled out for the remaining weeks of the 2025/26 campaign after coach Roberto De Zerbi commented "Kudus, for this season, has gone", Sam Tabuteau of The Standard reports.
Analysis: Kudus suffered a setback when he was close to returning from an injury which has prevented him from playing since Jan. 4. It is now increasingly possible that he'll also be absent for Ghana in the World Cup if he continues to struggle with the issue. The talented midfielder finished the season with three goals and five assists across 24 matches played in all competitions. Players like Conor Gallagher, Lucas Bergvall and Xavi Simons will remain in contention for starts with Kudus unavailable going forward.
Setback confirmed by club
Kudus (quadriceps) is heading back to the sidelines and will be assessed by a specialist, potentially requiring to undergo surgery, the team announced Thursday.
Analysis: Kudus is now expected to miss more time, having failed to make an appearance since January, as this relapse could make it difficult for him to return this season. His absence is a huge blow to both the club and the Ghana national team, given the possibility that he'll also miss the World Cup. The versatile midfielder had recorded three goals and five assists over 24 matches played for the Spurs early in the campaign. For now, Xavi Simons and Conor Gallagher should continue to see increased action with Kudus unavailable.
Suffers injury setback
Kudus has suffered a fresh setback, with surgery a possibility that could put his World Cup hopes in doubt, according to Jake Sanders from SunSport.
Analysis: Kudus has suffered a fresh injury setback, with concerns he could require surgery, putting his availability in doubt moving forward. The forward had been nearing a return and was expected back around 10 days after last featuring in January, making this a frustrating development. He remains a key attacking piece thanks to his dribbling ability and creativity, having recorded seven goal contributions in 19 Premier League appearances prior to the injury, and his potential absence could be a significant blow as the side looks to finish the season strongly and avoid the relegation battle, as well as potentially impacting his availability for the 2026 World Cup.
Could return after break
Kudus (quadriceps) is eyeing a return to the squad in around 10 days and could be an option when play resumes after the international break, according to manager Igor Tudor. "So, we have three weeks after the game on Sunday. I don't know, probably some part of the things with the squad, maybe 10 days. I'm not sure; we need to check. But he's progressing very well already with the ball."
Analysis: Kudus is earning a major upgrade in status this week, as the attacker is around 10 days away from returning to the squad. With the attacker last playing in January, this is huge news, potentially earning back a regular starter and great attacker as they end the season and try to avoid the relegation race. He recorded seven goal contributions in 19 appearances before the injury, likely to be a major boost to the squad once he returns, hoping it can come against Sunderland on April 12.
Seeing specialist
Kudus (quadriceps) has traveled to Amsterdam to see a specialist, according to Rahman Osman of The Sun.
Analysis: Kudus is seeking some further testing and another assessment of his injury, visiting a specialist he previously worked with for a knee injury. This comes amid the club's recent struggle, as he has missed their past nine games and they have gone 2-2-5 during that span. The hope now is he can resume training following the March break and potentially return close after that, possibly seeing a bit of a boost after a visit with the specialist.
Out until March
Kudus is out until after the March international break due to a tendon injury in his quadriceps, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Mohammed, unfortunately, is a bigger one to the tendon in the quad. That is one where we expect him back after the March international break."
Analysis: Kudus has gone through testing after the injury he suffered two games ago and is not happy with the results, as the attacker is looking at over two months out as he recovers. This is a rough development for the club who is already low on players everywhere due to injury, with Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert likely to see more time in Kudus' roles. With a return not expected until April, Kudus is set to miss a solid chunk of the remainder of the season and leave only around two months left once he is fit, a rough hit to the club's UCL spot chances after losing one of their lead attackers.
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