Injured Tottenham star set for earlier-than-expected comeback – Encouraging news for Igor Tudor.
Lucas Bergvall was a regular presence for Tottenham Hotspur until January.
On January 20, the Sweden international sustained an ankle injury during Spurs’ UEFA Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund. He was substituted in the 62nd minute of the match.
Three days later, Tottenham confirmed the midfielder had undergone surgery after suffering a high ankle sprain in the clash with the German side. No specific timeline for his recovery was initially provided.
Bergvall doubtful for World Cup qualifier
Reports from Sweden suggested the 20-year-old could miss Norway’s World Cup qualifier against Ukraine in March. Sweden head coach Graham Potter acknowledged it would be difficult for both Bergvall and his Tottenham teammate Dejan Kulusevski to regain fitness in time for the important fixture.
Subsequent claims indicated Bergvall could be sidelined for between two and three months. Fotboll Direkt relayed those reports while offering an update on his rehabilitation.
Positive signs in recovery
Following surgery, Bergvall was seen wearing a protective boot, but reports now state he has removed it, marking progress in his recovery.
According to Fotboll Direkt, his rehabilitation is progressing well. The current prognosis suggests he could return to action in approximately six weeks, provided there are no setbacks.
Sweden are scheduled to face Ukraine on March 26. Based on his recovery so far, a return in time for the World Cup qualifier has not been ruled out, with the midfielder facing a race against time.
Earlier this month, Tottenham parted ways with Thomas Frank following a run of disappointing results. The north London side have yet to record a league win this calendar year.
The club have since confirmed the appointment of Igor Tudor as head coach until the end of the season.
