User talk:'Devastated, desperate SON cap' Werner-Davis injury loses hope of recovery in fourth place
Tottenham Hotspur's "captain" Son Heung-min, who had been holding on to hopes for a return to the "big four," must now accept despair. This is because a bad news has exploded, destroying even the last chance. Timo Werner and Ben Davies, who played well in attack and defense, were injured at the end of the season. The scenario for the rest of the season has instantly changed from "hope" to "despair."
Tottenham announced on its official website on the 1st (Korea Standard Time) that striker Werner and defender Davis will not play in the rest of the season. The decision was made by manager Enze Postecoglou. It is a fatal loss at a time when he is already struggling with tactical exposure and player injuries at the end of the season.
In addition to these players, Tottenham currently have Destiny Udogi, Manor Solomon, Fraser Forster, and Ryan Sessegnon on the long-term injured list. Their decision to miss the season with injuries at the end of the season is a significant loss.
Notably, Tottenham is currently battling for fourth place until the end. After losing 2-3 in the 35th round of the 2023-2024 English Premier League (EPL) held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England on April 28, the team is still ranked fifth (60 points). It failed to narrow the gap with Aston Villa (67 points), which is in fourth place. Tottenham had two fewer matches, but it is still seven points clear.
So even though he scored his 16th goal of the season, "captain" Son Heung-min couldn't smile. “We need to do better,” Son said after the game, provoking the players’ fighting spirit. His intention was to continue the fight for fourth place until the end, with one spot at the UEFA Champions League for next season.
Until then, it was not decided whether Davis and Werner would be out for the season. Son Heung-min blew a cry of hope. But in just three days, the cry turned into a scream of despair.
Davis' injury outing is more important than Werner's. Davis had already been filling the void since starting left fullback Udogi was out for the season after undergoing surgery on Monday, but there was another void in that area. Changes in the lineup and tactics have become inevitable. For now, Emerson Royal is expected to fill the spot. However, Royal's main position is to return. The left-back is an unfamiliar position, so it may be difficult to play 100%.
