Sidelined: Cristian Romero
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Romero missed the 2-1 loss to Aston Villa as well as the goalless draw with Monaco in midweek because of an adductor issue.
Thomas Frank delivered an update on the Spurs captain ahead of the Everton game and does not expect the central defender to be out of action for too much longer.
"Just on the grass, running with some of the performance guys,” the Spurs head coach told reporters on Friday. “Positive, progressing. No kind of timeframe but I don't expect it to be a longer one."
Udogie has also missed Tottenham’s last two games having picked up a knee injury while on international duty with Italy earlier in the month.
The full-back will not feature against the Toffees, but just like Romero, the hope is that his issue is not long-term.
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"Again not a longer one,” Frank added.
Meanwhile, Solanke had a minor ankle procedure last month to repair a persistent issue first suffered during pre-season, scuppering hopes of a comeback before the international break.
Frank continues to be encouraged by Solanke’s progress, though remains unsure as to exactly when he will be able to call upon the striker.
"Positive, taking steps in the right direction every time, Frank added. “Was on the grass again today on his own. Now a sustainable amount of time on his own. Positive."