Micky van de Ven ruled out as Tottenham faces Liverpool in Carabao Cup

Tottenham Hotspur will face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg at Anfield, but will be without key defender Micky van de Ven due to injury concerns. Head coach Ange Postecoglou confirmed that Van de Ven, who recently returned from a hamstring injury, does not feel ready for the intensity of Premier League play. Spurs are also dealing with the absence of Cristian Romero and the long-term injury of Radu Dragusin, who is out for several months. However, the team will welcome newly signed players Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel, both available for selection. Postecoglou emphasized the need for caution with their injured players, opting not to risk any setbacks ahead of a busy schedule. The match promises a hostile atmosphere as Tottenham clings to a 1-0 lead from the first leg.