Ange Postecoglou drops selection bombshell, omitting Timo Werner from Tottenham squad vs Ipswich.

Ange Postecoglou makes bold call, leaving Timo Werner out of Tottenham squad vs Ipswich.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has revealed the reason behind Timo Werner’s absence from the squad for their recent match against Ipswich Town, despite the forward being fit to play.

As Spurs gear up for their showdown with Manchester City, Postecoglou has also shared updates on the fitness of several key players.

Postecoglou confirmed that Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Richarlison, and Dominic Solanke are all progressing well in their recoveries and are expected to return within the next ten days.

However, he admitted that Ben Davies is unlikely to feature for Spurs this week. The Welsh defender, who missed the 4-1 victory over Ipswich, is instead aiming for a comeback in Tottenham’s next fixture against AZ Alkmaar.

As several players near full fitness, competition for a place in Tottenham’s squad is intensifying under Postecoglou.

Ange Postecoglou Explains Werner’s Absence Against Ipswich

While Ben Davies’ omission was expected, Timo Werner’s absence from the squad caught many by surprise. The German forward had been out for over four weeks due to injury but was thought to be fit for selection last weekend.

Addressing the decision, Postecoglou told football.london:

“No, he was only really available for the weekend, but because of the make-up of the squad, I put in Sergio Reguilon as another defender. He has trained and is available for tomorrow.”

Werner Yet to Return as Competition Grows at Spurs

Timo Werner has been sidelined since suffering a knock in Tottenham’s 2-1 defeat to Arsenal. With his fitness improving, many expected him to at least make the bench against Ipswich, but Postecoglou prioritized defensive cover instead.

What This Means for Werner’s Future at Tottenham

Despite Postecoglou’s reasoning, Werner’s exclusion underscores the increasing competition for places in the squad. As more injured players return, the German forward’s opportunities for regular game time could become even more limited.

Werner Faces Uncertain Future at Tottenham

Timo Werner’s chances of game time have taken another hit, as he was also left out of Tottenham’s Europa League squad.

With Spurs already out of the FA Cup and Carabao Cup, and key attackers returning to full fitness, the German forward may find opportunities increasingly scarce. Whether he can force his way back into Postecoglou’s plans remains to be seen.