Tottenham's Kulusevski ruled out of Europa League final
Tottenham Hotspur's hopes of winning the Europa League have taken a significant blow with Dejan Kulusevski undergoing surgery after suffering a knee injury in Sunday's loss to Crystal Palace.
The 25-year-old midfielder's absence will be deeply felt in Spurs' lineup, particularly given his impressive performances against Manchester United this season.
Kulusevski has scored 10 goals this season and has a notable record against United, including goals in the Premier League win at Old Trafford and the 4-3 defeat of United in the League Cup quarter-finals.
His impact on the team's attacking play will be difficult to replicate, and Spurs will need to find alternative solutions to create scoring opportunities.
The injury adds to Spurs' growing list of absentees, with James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall already ruled out of the final.
The stakes are high, with the winner of the Europa League final qualifying for next season's Champions League.
Both teams have had disappointing Premier League campaigns, with United in 16th place and Spurs in 17th.
The Europa League final in Bilbao offers both clubs a chance to salvage their seasons and bring home a trophy.
For Spurs, it would be their first major trophy since the League Cup in 2008. The final promises to be an intense and high-pressure match, with both teams desperate for success.
