Mohammed Kudus is physically good to start against Liverpool – Spurs coach De Zerbi

Tottenham Hotspur coach Roberto De Zerbi has stated that Mohammed Kudus is physically fit to start in their upcoming EFL Cup match against Liverpool. The Ghanaian midfielder, 25, has not played a full match for Spurs since recovering from a lengthy injury that prevented him from participating in the Black Stars' 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.

Kudus has made three substitute appearances since the start of the 2026-27 season under De Zerbi's management. However, he is now ready to start against Liverpool, according to the Italian coach. "Kudus can start because, in terms of his physical condition, he’s better. But James [Maddison] is not yet," De Zerbi mentioned. De Zerbi also suggested that Kudus could play as an attacking midfielder, utilizing the player's versatility to operate in a number 10 role.

This potential return to the starting lineup will be a positive for Spurs, who have had a difficult start to the new season, winning only one of their five matches so far, with their sole victory coming against Charlton in the second round of the EFL Cup. De Zerbi hopes that Kudus can inject some offensive spark as Tottenham aim to make a progress in the competition against Liverpool.