Tottenham Hotspur’s injury crisis has reached a breaking point. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, manager Thomas Frank confirmed the devastating news that star forward Richarlison will be sidelined for up to seven weeks after sustaining a serious hamstring injury.
The Brazilian international pulled up during Spurs' disappointing FA Cup third-round defeat to Aston Villa last weekend, and scans have now revealed the extent of the damage.
Spurs Suffer Massive Blow: Richarlison Out for Seven Weeks
Tottenham Hotspur’s injury crisis has reached a breaking point. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, manager Thomas Frank confirmed the devastating news that star forward Richarlison will be sidelined for up to seven weeks after sustaining a serious hamstring injury.
The Brazilian international pulled up during Spurs' disappointing FA Cup third-round defeat to Aston Villa last weekend, and scans have now revealed the extent of the damage.
The "Frank Era" Injury Crisis
Thomas Frank, who took over the Tottenham helm in June 2025, has been plagued by a mounting injury list since the start of the season. Richarlison’s absence is a significant blow, given he is currently the club's top scorer with eight goals in all competitions.
The Current Tottenham Injury List: | Player | Injury | Est. Return Date | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Richarlison | Hamstring | March 2026 | | Mohamed Kudus | Thigh | April 2026 | | Dejan Kulusevski | Unspecified | Long-term | | James Maddison | Unspecified | Long-term |
Thomas Frank: "Richy unfortunately got a hamstring injury which will keep him out for up to seven weeks. It’s not a straightforward road for us right now.
It seems when we get one fit player back, another gets injured. We need to stay calm and carry on."
The Verdict: Losing Richarlison at this juncture is a "catastrophe" for Frank’s tactical setup. While the return of Yves Bissouma from AFCON and the arrival of Conor Gallagher bolster the midfield, the lack of clinical finishing upfront could derail Tottenham’s push for a Top 4 finish.