“Ange Postecoglou Provides Crucial Update on Guglielmo Vicario’s Injury Recovery”
“Ange Postecoglou Shares Update on Guglielmo Vicario’s Injury: How Long Will He Be Out?”
Ange Postecoglou provided an update on the injury of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario during his press conference ahead of Thursday’s Europa League match against AS Roma.
Guglielmo Vicario’s Injury Sparks Concerns for Spurs
Tottenham’s 4-0 Premier League victory over Manchester City was overshadowed by an injury to goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, which initially seemed minor but has since become a major concern.
The injury occurred in the 30th minute following a collision with Savinho, leaving Vicario visibly hurt. Though he continued after treatment, he was seen limping through the media zone post-match. The club later confirmed the injury was to his right ankle, and surgery has been performed, though a return date remains uncertain. Some reports suggest he could be sidelined for a significant period.
This situation has placed Fraser Forster, Spurs’ experienced backup, in the spotlight, with Brandon Austin now serving as his backup. Ahead of their clash with AS Roma, questions remain whether Forster, who has played in the last two Europa League games, will continue in goal, or if Austin will get his chance to step up.
Postecoglou Discusses Vicario’s Injury
In an interview with football.london, Postecoglou shared more on Vicario’s injury and the club’s plans moving forward. “It was a bit of a shock,” said the Spurs manager. “We knew he had an injury during the game, and while he was sore after, we didn’t think it was anything too serious. He’s tough though—he’ll be pushing to come back as soon as possible, and you’ll probably see him updating everyone on Instagram daily.”
When asked how long Vicario would be out, Postecoglou revealed: “It won’t be weeks; it’ll be months. He’s had surgery, but we won’t know more until the rehab phase begins. I don’t like to give timelines as it sets expectations.”
Impact on Tottenham’s Goalkeeping Plans
The injury comes at a pivotal moment in Tottenham’s season, forcing the club to reassess its goalkeeping strategy. While Forster brings valuable experience, there are concerns about whether he can consistently deliver across multiple competitions.
Brandon Austin, however, represents a more risky option—one that could pay off if Postecoglou decides to give him a chance. This also opens the possibility for Tottenham to seek short-term solutions, possibly looking to the free-agent market for additional cover.
As the January transfer window nears, Daniel Levy may look to strengthen the squad with a goalkeeper who can challenge Vicario when he returns. For now, Spurs are relying on Forster and Austin to step up in Vicario’s absence.
Tottenham’s Europa League clash against AS Roma kicks off Thursday at 8 p.m., live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.
