Roberto De Zerbi delivers Xavi Simons & Dominic Solanke injury updates after Tottenham duo forced off in Wolves win

De Zerbi admitted that the fear of relegation is heavily impacting his squad, despite Tottenham securing a rare 1-0 win away to Wolves. The result leaves the club sitting 18th on 34 points, two points behind 17th-placed West Ham United in the fight for Premier League survival. This much-needed victory was overshadowed by injuries to two key players. With only four crucial fixtures remaining against Aston Villa, Leeds United, Chelsea, and Everton, losing any starting personnel is a devastating blow for a team desperately trying to avoid the drop.

The most concerning moment at Molineux occurred when Simons was stretchered off in the 63rd minute. The midfielder jarred his knee and, after initially attempting to continue, collapsed back onto the turf. He was subsequently replaced by Lucas Bergvall. Discussing the player's condition, De Zerbi stated: "It's a problem with his knee. We will see in the next few days. I would like to know more about Xavi because you know the knee. He felt pain, but now I spoke with him and he feels better than when he got his injury."

Before the aforementioned midfield setback, Spurs had already lost Solanke before half-time. The 28-year-old forward, who has struggled with recurring ankle issues this term, went down off the ball. Although the head coach remains unsure of an exact return date, he suggested it was "not a big problem" compared to his previous ailments. "Solanke (has) a muscular injury," De Zerbi confirmed. "I don't know how many games we lose him."

Tottenham face an anxious wait over the coming days as the medical staff assess both players. With a daunting trip to face fifth-placed Aston Villa looming next Sunday, the squad will desperately hope for positive scan results to bolster their chances of executing an escape from relegation.