Long absence confirmed for Hugo Lloris with Tottenham

Tottenham assistant coach Christian Stellini confirmed on Thursday that French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, who suffered a knee injury, would not return until ” five to seven weeks »confirming information from the BBC, Wednesday. “We are disappointed for Hugo who is injured […]. He needs a good recovery, probably five to seven weeks before he comes back with us.”explained Stellini, who temporarily replaces Antonio Conte after the gallbladder operation suffered last week by the Italian technician.

Foster on the front line

Lloris was injured at the very end of the match against Manchester City on Sunday (1-0), after an aerial duel with defensive midfielder Rodri. The English press reported on Wednesday that a scanner had established that the ligaments were affected. Currently fifth in the Premier League, the Londoners will therefore face AC Milan in the knockout stages of the Champions League (February 14-March 8) without their captain and are counting on Fraser Foster (34) to play the leading role.

Elsewhere, Conte has made his return to Spurs’ training facility, according to photos released by the club. “He was on the pitch this morning with usadded his deputy. He has to take it easy for the moment, but we were very happy to see him again […]. He took everyone in his arms. We will take the time to see when it will be ready. »

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