Tottenham Hotspur’s struggle to avoid relegation has been dealt a major setback after Xavi Simons was ruled out for the remainder of the season with a serious knee injury.
The 23-year-old midfielder suffered the injury during Spurs’ 1–0 win over Wolves on Saturday after a collision with Hugo Bueno. He initially attempted to continue playing but collapsed shortly after, prompting medical staff to stretcher him off the pitch.
Preliminary medical assessments, as reported by BBC Sport, suggest a possible anterior cruciate ligament injury, which could sideline him for several months.
The injury brings a premature end to his club season and also rules him out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a devastating double blow for the player.
In an emotional post on social media, Simons expressed his frustration and heartbreak over the setback.
“My season has come to an abrupt end, and I’m just trying to process it. Honestly, I’m heartbroken. None of it makes sense.
“All I’ve wanted to do is fight for my team, and now the ability to do that has been snatched away from me — along with the World Cup,” he said.
The timing is particularly damaging for Tottenham, who are currently 18th in the table and deep in a relegation battle with only a few matches remaining in the season.
