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Report from ‘behind the scenes’ claims Tottenham are concerned about £25,000-a-week man

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WATFORD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Oliver Skipp of Tottenham Hotspur looks on during the warm up prior to the Premier League match between Watford and Tottenham Hotspur at Vicarage Road on January 01, 2022 in Watford, England. (Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images)
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According to the Daily Mail, Tottenham are becoming very concerned about Oliver Skipp as he struggles to recover from a thigh injury.

What’s the story?

Well, the £25,000-a-week man hasn’t played since January 23rd, when Spurs suffered a 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Skipp has unfortunately suffered a delay in his recovery, and those behind the scenes at Tottenham are said to be very concerned, according to the Daily Mail.

Medics are believed to be taking a ‘fluid’ approach to the 21-year-old’s injury, although no timeframe has been put on his return to action.

Eric Dier has also been struggling with an injury, and Tottenham’s medical team have experienced minor complications in identifying the severity of his muscular problem.

However, the England international is set to return to first-team training soon, and could be in contention to face Manchester City on Saturday.

Tottenham need Oliver Skipp back ASAP

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 19: Oliver Skipp of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates victory after the Premier League match between Leicester City and Tottenham Hotspur at The King Power Stadium on January 19, 2022 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images)
Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images

The England Under-21 international has enjoyed an impressive breakthrough campaign, making 28 appearances in all competitions.

Skipp has quickly become a key player in N17, as both Nuno Espirito Santo and Antonio Conte have taken a shine to him.

Spurs are light on numbers in midfield, so the fact Skipp’s recovery isn’t going smoothly should be a real concern for everyone associated with Tottenham.

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Oliver Skipp of Tottenham Hotspur in action during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur  and  Crystal Palace at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on December 26, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images)
Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images

With Manchester City up next, the north Londoners could get torn apart if Conte doesn’t find a solution to his midfield crisis.

Hopefully, the Tottenham academy graduate returns to action as soon as possible, as his development will stall whilst he’s missing through injury.