Injury Updates on Spurs’ Dominic Solanke and Destiny Udogie

Thomas Frank Eases Injury Concerns Over Solanke and Udogie After Luton Absence

As pre-season ramps up and systems start taking shape under new head coach Thomas Frank, Tottenham Hotspur are being deliberate in their player management, balancing match rhythm with caution.

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That was evident on Saturday, as both Dominic Solanke and Destiny Udogie were notably absent from the squad that played out a goalless draw with Luton Town at Kenilworth Road.

It turns out neither absence was cause for alarm.

Speaking after the match, Frank explained the rationale behind the duo’s omission. “Dom has a minor ankle issue, nothing we’re worried about, just a precaution for today,” he said, his tone calm and pragmatic as the club's official site quoted.

As for Udogie, it was a last-minute change after he “felt something” during the warm-up. Again, Frank was quick to cool any speculation: “Just a precaution, we just want to be on top of that.”

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The draw with Luton was the second friendly Spurs played on the day, having earlier drawn 2-2 with Wycombe. The fixture pile-up offered Frank a useful opportunity to stretch his squad, with players logging significant minutes and tactical concepts slowly taking root.

Despite the scoreline against Luton, there were flashes, Mohammed Kudus’ close-range effort denied only by a goal-line clearance, and Will Lankshear's late opportunity showing promise down the right.

And while fans might have been eager to see Solanke and Udogie involved, the coaching staff’s decision to prioritise long-term availability over short-term action is likely to be applauded in hindsight.

With a long season ahead and a high-intensity pre-season tour on the horizon, including clashes against Arsenal and Newcastle in Asia, Frank’s approach appears to be one of steady build-up and well-timed caution.

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For now, it’s about shaping fitness, finding flow, and making sure no one is rushed. Spurs may not be lighting up the scoreboards just yet, but under Thomas Frank, there's a growing sense that every move, even the cautious ones, are part of a broader, carefully mapped plan.