Frank: Both Romero and Udoji can play against Chelsea. Kulu has not returned to the court for training yet.

Sports 12:10am, 1 November 2025 195

Tottenham head coach Frank attended the pre-match press conference and talked about the weekend's home Premier League match against Chelsea, the team's injuries and player status and other topics.

What is the team's injury situation?

The positive news is that Romero, Udoji and Wilson can all play on Saturday.

About Solanke?

We know very well when Solanke is back and we want him to be back and have no more issues, so we are very clear about doing it in the right way and things are going in the right direction and he won't be available until the international break and that's the current situation.

About Kulu?

That's a good question, he's not back on the court yet, and we're working very hard to get him back healthy as quickly as possible, and I think the message I can convey is that he's not back on the court yet.

About Van der Ven?

I think every player now needs to be able to attack and defend well, pass the ball forward, perform well at set pieces, etc. Starting with the ball, he is very composed, has a great left foot, can pass long, can pass short, and can pass the ball well when we need it. Of course, his speed is very unique. What followed was clinical defending in decisive moments. I think he's getting better at it. Then leadership, then how well you perform at set pieces, in both boxes. I think he fits the bill in a lot of areas and now it's just a matter of continuing to perform at a high level every time.

About Chelsea getting six red cards in nine games?

I didn't look closely at each of the six red cards they got. There may be different reasons. It could be more than just a lack of discipline, it could be coincidence. I don't know, it's about us and the game we can play, we need to perform, keep the intensity but also keep a cool head.

About this game?

Playing at home against Chelsea under the lights will be unique and special. I'm really looking forward to it. We need the fans behind us. I know they will give us everything and the best clubs are united.

About fan support?

This is the plan and goal. There were 5,000 fans in attendance on Wednesday night. It's incredible determination from the fans and we need that from the team.

About the stadium atmosphere?

This is probably the best stadium in the world, definitely the best fans in the world, and we know the sound in that stadium can reach crazy levels.