Mohammed Kudus could make his first Tottenham Hotspur appearance since January when the club face Hoffenheim tomorrow, offering a possible boost as preparation continues for the 2026-27 Premier League season.
The winger has returned to full-team training after a serious quad injury, and there is hope he can now be involved in the Hoffenheim friendly. That would mark a significant step forward after a long layoff that began in January and included a setback in April when his recovery did not go as planned.
A managed return after an April setback
Kudus's comeback has been handled carefully. The club initially rushed him back, only for him to suffer a setback in April, which pushed back his return. Now, with full-team training back under way, he is said to be closing in on full fitness.
That is important for Tottenham because the friendly is not just another summer fixture. It is part of the team's wider build-up to the 2026-27 campaign and could serve as a dress rehearsal for the season opener against Brentford. A fit Kudus would give Tottenham another option in attack at a time when that area of the squad could use reinforcement.
Tottenham's squad picture remains in flux
There is still some movement around the squad. Cristian Romero and Djed Spence are described as being close to transfer moves away from Tottenham, which adds another layer to the club's pre-season planning.
For now, though, the main attention is on Kudus and whether he can finally return to match action. If he does, it would be a welcome development for Tottenham Hotspur Games as they continue to shape the squad for the months ahead.
