Tottenham Star Undergoes Surgery As World Cup Dreams Hang By A Thread

Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur has has surgery on a hamstring injury, and may now miss this summer’s World Cup.

Uruguay international Bentancur, 28, is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

Ge suffered a nasty hamstring injury in last week’s 3-2 Premier League loss at Bournemouth.

With no timeline given for his return, Bentancur’s place at the World Cup looks in jeopardy.

It’s another big blow for Thomas Frank and Spurs, who have struggled this season.

They sit 14th in the Premier League table, with just seven wins from 21 games.

Spurs are also out of the FA Cup after losing 2-1 at home to Aston Villa on Saturday, despite Tottenham wearing a commemorative kit in memory of their 1901 triumph.

Rodrigo Bentancur Has Surgery On Hamstring Injury

On Tuesday, Tottenham confirmed that Bentancur has undergone surgery on his right hamstring.

Spurs did not detail how long the player will be out for, only stating that Bentancur “will now commence his rehabilitation with our medical staff.”

With the World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada just five months away, Bentancur’s involvement is at risk.

We can confirm that Rodrigo Bentancur has undergone surgery on his right hamstring.

The Uruguay international midfielder suffered the injury during our Premier League fixture at Bournemouth last week and will now commence his rehabilitation with our medical staff.

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— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 13, 2026

Uruguay’s group includes Spain, Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde.

And it’s not just his national team that are now short in midfield.

Spurs are already missing James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski due to long-term injuries.

And winger Mohammed Kudus is out until at least March with a thigh problem of his own.

Tottenham To Sign Conor Gallagher As Bentancur Injury Severity Revealed

Given the number of midfielders out for Tottenham, it’s no shock to see them making moves in the transfer market.

Multiple reports have linked Spurs with a move for Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher.

The former Chelsea midfielder is believed to be in London today completing a medical ahead of a £35 million switch.

With James Maddison out for the season after rupturing his ACL in pre-season, Spurs were already short.

But this new injury to Bentancur has forced manager Thomas Frank’s hand.

EXCL: Tottenham Hotspur closing in on deal to sign Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid. Clubs nearing agreement after #THFC made €40m proposal – expected to be accepted by #Atleti + 25yo England international believed to be keen on move @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/lCHpTEwyYB

— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) January 12, 2026

With the fixtures piling up, bringing in an experienced international with Premier League experience is a smart option.

Spurs have beaten off competition from Aston Villa in order to land Gallagher.

The 25-year-old made 77 appearances for Atletico after joining from Chelsea in 2024.

Next up, Tottenham host West Ham in the Premier League on Saturday.

They then face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League – also at home – next Tuesday before away trips to Burnley and Eintracht Frankfurt.