Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has been asked if Dominic Solanke will be back from injury before the end of the year and he has given an optimistic answer, whilst not giving too much away.
Tottenham Hotspur have been without Dominic Solanke for most of the season. The England striker had fallen behind Richarlison in the pecking order, but he is still a major loss for Spurs.
Thomas Frank does not appear to see any of his centre forward options as a definite starter, with Richarlison, Randal Kolo Muani and Mathys Tel all coming in and out of the team.
This means an opportunity could arise for Solanke when he eventually returns, which Frank hinted could be after the international break.
Thomas Frank reveals Dominic Solanke’s likely return date
The Tottenham manager has given another update on Solanke following Tottenham’s 2-2 draw with Manchester United and he is hopeful that the 28-year-old will be back soon.
According to Frank, Solanke’s road to recovery is going as expected, but the Dane has refused to give a definitive answer on when he will be back in the Tottenham first-team squad.
He was asked by Football London if Solanke would return before the end of the year, to which he responded: “Er, I do hope so. I would say let’s see what happens after the international break.
“We are still going steps forward. It’s on track so far.”
Another striker option would be welcome at Tottenham
Richarlison found the net against Manchester United with a very good header, but Spurs supporters were critical of his overall performance. Tel was also on the scoresheet, but he still looks to be third choice in his position.
Solanke might not have got the goals expected of him during his first season at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but he could find his form once he gets going under Frank.
The more available players Spurs have, the better, so it is good news that Solanke’s recovery is going as planned.
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