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Last Word On Spurs
Oct 22, 2026 8:55 AM
Updated Oct 22, 2026 9:44 AM

Tosin and Andy Robertson are fine after their knocks. Pedro Porro could return from his hamstring injury.

Tottenham Hotspur head into Saturday's London derby against Chelsea with several injury concerns, as Roberto De Zerbi looks to secure another victory in the Premier League.


Spurs secured a much-needed 3-1 victory over Coventry City on Monday, but further fitness worries have complicated preparations for the trip to Stamford Bridge. With Pedro Porro potentially returning and several others remaining sidelined, De Zerbi faces important selection decisions ahead of another crucial Premier League encounter.


Tosin and Robertson are expected to Be Fit for Chelsea, both impressed during Tottenham's 3-1 victory over Coventry City on Monday, although injury concerns ended their evenings prematurely.


Tosin, making his first Premier League start for Spurs, produced a solid defensive performance, competing well physically and showing his aerial strength. However, the defender required treatment for an apparent right calf problem before being replaced by Mateus Fernandes in the 71st minute.

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Robertson was equally influential, making several attacking runs from left-back and supporting Tottenham's forward play. The Scotland international began to struggle with discomfort during the second half and was replaced by Ben Davies in the 69th minute.
Despite concerns over both players, Roberto De Zerbi played down the severity of their problems after the match.


"Tosin and Robertson, small problems. They have no problem for Saturday," the Tottenham manager confirmed.


Both defenders are therefore expected to be available for Saturday's London derby against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.


Pedro Porro Closing in on Chelsea return after recovering from a hamstring injury sustained during Tottenham's 3-2 defeat to Aston Villa on September 19.


The Spanish international enjoyed a successful summer, helping Spain win the 2026 World Cup, but has endured a frustrating start to the domestic season.


Porro recently offered supporters encouragement on Instagram, sharing footage of his rehabilitation at Hotspur Way alongside the message "almost back."


Roberto De Zerbi has also suggested the defender could feature at Stamford Bridge, saying: "Pedro, I think he's coming. Maybe in Chelsea he can play."


Tottenham head into Saturday's London derby sitting 16th in the Premier League, having secured their first victory of the season against Coventry City on Monday. Roberto De Zerbi's side won 3-1 following a 1-1 draw at Manchester United, but have collected just six points from seven matches.


Chelsea, meanwhile, sit fourth with 13 points and enter the fixture in better form. Xabi Alonso's side have recorded consecutive league victories, beating Bournemouth 5-1 before securing a 2-0 away win against Everton. The Blues have scored 17 league goals this season, compared with Tottenham's seven, highlighting the attacking challenge facing Spurs.


The battle at the Bridge is set up to be a fascinating match once again.

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