Ange Postecoglou clarifies Timo Werner’s absence due to illness as Tottenham faces a selection crisis amid injuries and suspensions
London: So, Ange Postecoglou just shared why Timo Werner wasn’t in the squad against Manchester United. Turns out, he was feeling under the weather.
Werner didn’t even make the bench for that wild 4-3 win in the Carabao Cup. It was a bit surprising since he had just been called out by Postecoglou for a poor showing in a previous match.
He had played a bit in the game against Southampton right after that, so his absence raised some eyebrows. There’s been chatter about whether Spurs might send him back to RB Leipzig in January, but Postecoglou said he’s not thinking about that at all.
As for why he missed the match, it’s simple: he was sick. Postecoglou explained that Werner woke up with a fever, and the doc had to rule him out. Just one of those things, you know?
Tottenham is really struggling with a selection crisis right now. They’ve got a bunch of players out due to injuries, illness, and suspensions. It’s a tough spot with so many key players missing.
When asked if Werner’s absence summed up their current situation, Postecoglou just nodded. He said it’s been a crazy time with ten players off the senior list, but he’s still proud of how the team is performing.
He believes they’re growing through this tough period, even if it’s not obvious right now. It’s all about finding the silver lining, I guess!