Tottenham sweat on Bergvall scan after Dortmund setback
Tottenham Hotspur’s injury problems may have taken another serious turn, with head coach Thomas Frank admitting the club feels “cursed” after Lucas Bergvall suffered an ankle injury in midweek.
The 19-year-old midfielder was forced to nurse the issue during Tuesday’s Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund and will not travel for Saturday’s Premier League trip to Burnley. While Spurs have yet to confirm a definitive diagnosis, Frank revealed there is a growing concern internally that Bergvall’s setback could prove significant.
Frank: “We keep being very unlucky with injuries”
Speaking ahead of the weekend fixture, Frank did not hide his frustration at Tottenham’s latest fitness blow, describing a season in which key moments have repeatedly been undermined by physical setbacks.
“We keep being very unlucky with injuries,” the Spurs boss said, adding that the situation around Bergvall is being assessed but that early signs point towards a potentially extended absence.
The teenager has been carefully managed this season, yet his rise has been one of Tottenham’s brighter stories. Bergvall’s energy in possession, willingness to carry the ball through pressure and growing tactical maturity have earned him increased opportunities, particularly as Spurs have juggled domestic and European commitments.
If the worst-case scenario is confirmed, losing Bergvall for months would represent a notable blow to Frank’s midfield rotation at a stage of the campaign when Tottenham are balancing league momentum with Champions League ambition.
A growing concern for Spurs’ depth
Tottenham’s staff will now hope scans reveal a less serious issue, but the immediate absence already narrows Frank’s options heading into a demanding run.
Burnley away may not carry the glamour of a European night, but it is the type of fixture where Spurs have routinely needed intensity and control in central areas to avoid being dragged into an uncomfortable contest. With Bergvall ruled out, responsibility will fall to the remaining midfield group to maintain rhythm and defensive coverage, while Frank may also be forced into further squad reshuffling.
Bergvall’s injury also raises broader concerns around Spurs’ ability to keep key players fit across multiple competitions. Frank’s “cursed” comment reflects a sense of exasperation at the timing as much as the scale: just as Tottenham appear to be building confidence on the European stage, another fitness issue threatens to disrupt continuity.
For now, Tottenham’s focus is on getting clarity over Bergvall’s condition and ensuring his recovery is handled with care. But Frank’s message was clear: Spurs are bracing themselves for the possibility that this latest injury is not a short-term problem.
