Spurs have today confirmed that Luka Modric suffered a broken fibula against Birmingham on Saturday. There’s no confirmation on a length of absence but it’s likely to mean 6-8 weeks on the sidelines for the Croatian playmaker.
Good news for England ahead of the World Cup qualifier. Disastrous news for Spurs and his fantasy investors. Robbie Keane would now seem set for a midfield role, with Crouch handed starts at last after his performance as a sub against Brum.
