Tottenham and Italy full back Destiny Udogie is widely expected to miss out this summer’s European Championship after an operation on a muscle injury.
The 21-year-old Italian left back has been an impressive part of Ange Postecoglou’s squad in North London this term, scoring twice and generating three assists across 28 Premier League matches. He earnt his first Azzurri cap back in October and was again part of the squad in March.
Udogie shared a photo of himself and his mother in hospital on Saturday evening, having undergone an operation on an unnamed injury. The Italian talent confirmed that his season was over as a result of the issue, casting doubts on his availability for this summer’s European Championship.
Udogie sidelined
As detailed by The Athletic, Udogie suffered a left quadriceps in training with Tottenham this week, which forced him to undergo the operation. He is expected to return to the Spurs squad for their pre-season preparations, and as such will miss out on Euro 2024 with Italy.
Other reports including from Fabrizio Romano and Gianluca Di Marzio also suggest the 21-year-old has been ruled out of this summer’s tournament.
Big loss for the Azzurri!