Spurs have taken extra care with Richarlison, though, giving him two weeks on the training ground before substitute appearances in the back-to-back league defeats to Arsenal and Everton, and the hope is that he can not only get through the next period of games but provide Spurs with some freshness up top.

Ange Postecoglou and Tottenham just never seem to get a break on the injury front. Already without a host of key stars, Spurs unfortunately had to do without James Maddison for Sunday's 2-1 defeat at home to Leicester City.

Richarlison has only just returned from injury and gave the Spurs the lead on Sunday. Still, the Brazilian was subbed off for Spurs early in the second-half, a decision to have been met by a smattering of boos from the home support. After the game, Postecoglou confirmed the decision was made due to a groin injury.

However, Richarlison has made it clear that he intends to remain at Spurs and fight for his place in the first team. Richarlison, who joined Tottenham for £60 million, has faced significant challenges since his arrival.

The problems are mounting after a fourth straight Premier League defeat. We are entering a defining period for Postecoglou

Tottenham forward Richarlison took to social media to send a message to the fans after their 3-2 win over Hoffenheim.

Tottenham are prepared to take a "huge loss" on the sale of Richarlison and could move him on before the January window closes.

With an important week ahead, Tottenham's manager Ange Postecoglou will need to address the injury issues as soon as possible.

Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison sends a six-word response to a fan who reminded him that they're 15th in the Premier League table.

Tottenham have plenty of work to do ahead of the transfer deadline as they attempt to strengthen Ange Postecoglou's squad

Tottenham’s woeful season hit a new low on Sunday as they coughed up a lead to lose 2-1 at home to lowly Leicester City. Spurs have now gone seven games without a win in the Premier League, as their injury-hit side is running on empty but failed to make the most of an advantageous position against Leicester.

Tottenham held their nerve to seal an important 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim in the Europa League. Son Heung-min struck a brace and Richarlison shone in his first start for three months as Ange Postecoglou was afforded some respite amid staunch criticism following the weekend's 3-2 defeat against Everton.