Tottenham continue to struggle with creativity in the final third as they look to turn their season around. The Lilywhites have been defensively solid for large parts of the campaign, but their attack has lacked spark and imagination. Without a consistent creative presence, the strikers have been starved of service and are often left feeding on scraps against difficult opponents.

Injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski have significantly disrupted the way Spurs operate this season. Both players were instrumental in linking midfield with attack, regularly creating opportunities for their teammates. Since their long-term injuries, however, Tottenham have struggled to find that same attacking rhythm or the creative spark that once allowed them to dominate games.

Tottenham star Dejan Kulusevski is itching to get back on the pitch as he recovers from his knee injury.

The club brought in Xavi Simons during the summer to operate as a number ten under Thomas Frank. However, the Dutchman has failed to make any real impact at N17 and continues to find it difficult to adapt to the intensity and physicality of the Premier League. His struggles only underline how crucial Maddison and Kulusevski were in the playmaking role before their setbacks.

Dejan Kulusevski, in particular,...