Rodrigo Bentancur
TOT
Uruguay
Right
Jun 25, 1997
28
6'2"
159 lb
CM
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Box-to-Box
SpursNearing return
Bentancur (hamstring) is closing in on a return, according to manager Igor Tudor.
Analysis: Bentancur has been out for around two months now after hamstring surgery, but is now nearing a return to play, with the midfielder claimed to be edging closer to being an option. He will focus on recovery over the next week as the club takes a break for international play, potentially almost an option on the other side of the break. He started in 17 of his 20 appearances before the injury and will likely see a decent role once again when he is fit.
Undergoes hamstring surgery
Bentancur underwent a hamstring surgery on Tuesday and will start his rehabilitation with the medical staff, the club announced.
Analysis: Bentancur suffered a hamstring injury during the clash against Bournemouth last week and has now undergone surgery on his right hamstring on Tuesday. The Uruguay international is now starting his rehabilitation with the medical staff and is expected to miss several months while recovering. Joao Palhinha is expected to take on a larger role during his absence, while the club is looking to add an additional midfielder to the roster, with the likes of Conor Gallagher mentioned in reports.
Set to miss three months
Bentancur will undergo a surgery for a hamstring injury and is set to miss the next three months, according to Football London.
Analysis: Bentancur suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday's defeat against Bournemouth that will require surgery to treat and will sideline him for at least three months. The midfielder is expected to return before the end of the season, but this is a big blow for the Spurs since he has been a regular starter in the heart of the game this season. Joao Palhinha will likely see an increased role in the midfield until he returns to full fitness.
Set for absence due to hamstring
Bentancur is set to miss time due to a hamstring injury and is set for more testing, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Same with Rodrigo. Rodri has a hamstring injury - looks like a bigger one, unfortunately. We don't know the time frame. That we will know later."
Analysis: Bentancur was forced off to end Wednesday's contest and is set for time on the sidelines in the next few weeks, starting with Saturday's match against Aston Villa. He will now head in for more testing as they determine the extent of the injury, a rough loss for the club as a regular starter goes down. The club will have to use all their resources as they games continue to come quick and the club remains full of injuries, with Joao Palhinha and Archie Gray as potential options to start in the defensive part of the midfield why Bentancur recovers.
Forced off against Bournemouth
Bentancur was forced to exit Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Bournemouth due to an undisclosed injury.
Analysis: Bentancur left his place on the pitch to Archie Gray after succumbing to a discomfort. The experienced midfielder could miss upcoming games due to the issue, but its severity is still unknown. He has started in the last six games, contributing mostly via passes and defensive numbers.
Keeps clean sheet Thursday
Bentancur registered one cross (zero accurate) and two clearances in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Brentford.
Analysis: Bentancur kept his fourth clean sheet of the season Thursday, including his second in a row. He won four duels, intercepted two passes and made two clearances on the defensive end, once again providing good coverage for Spurs' backline. He added one inaccurate cross on the attack as he played the full 90 minutes for the third consecutive match.
Concedes penalty Tuesday
Bentancur recorded one cross (zero accurate) and three tackles in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 56th minute.
Analysis: Bentancur conceded a penalty in the 83rd minute Tuesday as he was ruled to be holding Dan Burn on a corner kick following a VAR review. It was a controversial call as both players were all over each other, but regardless it went down as a penalty concession by Bentancur. He contributed fairly well other than that on the defensive end as he won four duels, made three clearances, intercepted three passes and won two tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.
Assists opener Sunday
Bentancur assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Everton.
Analysis: Bentancur's corner in the 19th minute set up Micky van de Ven's header which took the early 1-0 lead. It marked Bentancur's second straight match with a goal contribution after not recording any through his first six appearances of the season. He also helped his side keep a clean sheet as he won four duels, made three clearances, blocked one shot and won one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.
Scores opener Sunday
Bentancur scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Aston Villa.
Analysis: Bentancur opened up the scoring Sunday with a strike in the 5th minute off a Joao Palhinha assist. It marked his first goal contribution of the season. He played well on the defensive end too, winning four duels, making five clearances, blocking one shot and winning one tackle before he was subbed off in the 86th minute for Pape Matar Sarr.
Signs new contract
Bentancur has signed a new contract with Tottenham, according to his club.
Analysis: Bentancur is going to remain with Tottenham for a few more seasons, with the midfielder inking a new long-term deal with the team. This comes after starting in six of his seven appearances this season, appearing to hold a decent role. He maintained a starting role for most of last season and will hope to keep that spot moving forward after only missing two starts to begin this campaign.
Keeps clean sheet Tuesday
Bentancur generated two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Villarreal.
Analysis: Bentancur opened up his Champions League campaign with a solid performance, keeping a clean sheet while winning eight duels, intercepting one pass and winning one tackle. He also took two shots and created one chance in his full 90 minutes of action. New head coach Thomas Frank clearly likes what Bentancur brings to the midfield, but he has still been rotating the midfield three to figure his best eleven.
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