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Kulusevski Ends 526-Day Absence With Late Substitute Appearance
The midfielder returned to action in Tottenham's Premier League win after a long recovery from knee surgery.
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Long-Awaited Return
Dejan Kulusevski entered the pitch in the 86th minute of Tottenham's 3-1 Premier League victory over Coventry City. The appearance marked his first match in 526 days following an extended period on the sidelines. His entry came late in the contest as the team secured the result.
Injury Timeline And Recovery
The 26-year-old sustained a complex knee injury in the 19th minute of a match against Crystal Palace on the final day of the 2024-25 season. He underwent knee patella cartilage surgery and later a knee arthroscopy in March. Kulusevski resumed full training on Aug. 31 but encountered another setback in September. He missed Sweden's World Cup squad and marked Tottenham's Europa League final win while using crutches.
Club Context And Timing
Tottenham dismissed three managers during his absence and finished 17th in the Premier League in consecutive seasons. His return aligns with fresh injury concerns for Sávio and Lucas Bergvall. Several other players have dealt with knee issues in recent months. Before the injury, Kulusevski had become a key contributor after arriving from Juventus on loan in 2022.
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