Tottenham Defender Lands Shock Last-Minute World Cup Call-Up Just Hours Before Kick-Off
In a dramatic late twist, a Tottenham Hotspur player has received an unexpected World Cup call-up—less than an hour before the tournament is set to begin.
Tottenham originally had nine players named in various national team squads for the competition. That number could have been even higher, but injuries ruled out the likes of Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, and Dejan Kulusevski.
The Tottenham contingent at the tournament grew to ten last week when Andy Robertson was officially confirmed as a Spurs player.
Now, it has increased once more. Another Lilywhites defender has been told to catch the next flight to North America after a late shake-up.
Marcos Senesi Headed to the World Cup
Tottenham announced the signing of Marcos Senesi on Tuesday. The centre-back joined on a free transfer after four years at Bournemouth.
The 29-year-old has already spoken about his desire to win silverware with Spurs. But before that campaign even begins, he now has a shot at football’s biggest prize.
Senesi has been added to Argentina’s 26-man squad at the eleventh hour, replacing the injured Leonardo Balerdi. The former Cherries defender will now play a role in Argentina’s title defense.
Why Senesi’s Late Call-Up Could Bite Spurs and De Zerbi
Because Senesi is a last-minute replacement for Lionel Scaloni’s squad, he is unlikely to see significant minutes during the tournament.
That could actually benefit Tottenham—Senesi should return fresh and fully fit for the start of the season. However, the late call-up means he will likely miss part of pre-season and join the squad later than planned.
Spurs head coach Roberto De Zerbi would have wanted all his summer signings working with him from day one of pre-season to absorb his tactical system. This unexpected trip may delay that process.
