Tottenham confirmed on Friday that James Maddison will miss the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers for England due to an ankle injury sustained in Monday’s match against Chelsea. The attacking midfielder, selected for the squad by Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate, was withdrawn and will remain at Hotspur Way for rehabilitation. The injury leaves Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou searching for a replacement ahead of the Premier League clash at Wolves. Giovani Lo Celso and Rodrigo Bentancur are among the options to fill Maddison’s role, with both players eager for the opportunity after a frustrating season. Alternately, Dejan Kulusevski brings a wildcard element in moving from his usual position on the right to a central attacking role. Tottenham faces a shortage of attacking options with Richarlison and other players sidelined, and Postecoglou will have to make a tough decision for the upcoming match. As fans await an update on Maddison’s condition, the coaching staff faces the challenge of selecting the best replacement for the midfielder.
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