James Maddison shares the timeframe he’s targeting for his comeback from Tottenham’s ACL injury, as Cristian Romero continues to show his support.
Tottenham Hotspur are currently navigating a difficult spell with several first-team players sidelined, but James Maddison has offered an encouraging update regarding his potential return.
The North London side have been hit by an injury crisis this season, with around six players unavailable. Despite this, Thomas Frank has handled the situation impressively, keeping Spurs competitive both in the Premier League and in Europe. Sitting third in the table, Frank will be hoping to have some of his stars back soon, as a few edge closer to full fitness while others still face lengthy recoveries.
Maddison shares update on recovery journey
James Maddison sustained an anterior cruciate ligament injury during Tottenham’s pre-season clash with Newcastle United in Asia and has since been in rehabilitation, with fears he could miss the remainder of the campaign.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, the midfielder discussed his recovery progress and revealed his determination to feature again before the season concludes. However, he emphasized the importance of patience, insisting he will not rush his comeback from one of football’s most severe injuries.
Support from teammates and future goals
Maddison also reflected on the emotional support he received from teammates Rodrigo Bentancur and Cristian Romero, who comforted him after the incident in Korea. Romero reassured him with the words, “We’re family,” while Bentancur shared his own recovery experience, reminding Maddison that his longer layoff was due to a meniscus injury on top of ligament damage—something Maddison managed to avoid.
Discussing his mindset, Maddison explained:
“I’ve looked into the recovery timeline—if it’s typically eight months, six months isn’t realistic. I’m 28 now and will be 29 when I’m back, entering my prime years. I need to return strong and stay fit, so I won’t be rushing anything. But if it’s around eight months and everything goes well, hopefully I can get some minutes before the end of the season.”
