'Just absolutely gutted' - James Maddison admits missing Europa League final 'tough to take' as injured midfielder demands 'special night' against Man Utd

Spurs beat Bodo/Glimt 2-0 on Thursday to ensure they progress to the final, beating the Norwegian side 5-1 on aggregate over both legs. However, before the game it was confirmed that midfielder Maddison will not feature again this season after sustaining a knee injury in the first leg.

Spurs will head into the final against Premier League rivals United aiming to seal their first European trophy in over 40 years, but key player Maddison, who has 12 goals and 11 assists to his name this term, is devastated to be ruled out.

"Gutted. Just absolutely gutted," he wrote on social media. "We’ve had our sights on that European final in Bilbao from day one of this campaign. So to accept not being able to take part out on that pitch with the boys is really tough to take. Injuries are just part of this game that can be so cruel at times. But I truly believe that it can be a special night for my football club. Bring on the 21st. All together."

Maddison will watch on from the sidelines as Spurs face Crystal Palace this weekend and then Aston Villa on May 16 before they meet Ruben Amorim's team in Bilbao.