Erik Lamela undergoes another hip operation, Tottenham confirm
The Argentine has not featured for Tottenham since 25 October
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Your support makes all the difference.Tottenham announced on Wednesday that Erik Lamela had undergone surgery on his right hip after having an operation on his left hip at the start of April.
Lamela, who has not played since 25 October, is expected back for the start of next season and the club say the latest procedure will not affect his recovery time.
"The Argentina international recently had an operation on his left hip and the latest surgery will not affect the overall recovery period," read a statement on the club's official website.
Spurs visit Leicester on Thursday night with a number of injuries to take into account.
Danny Rose underwent knee surgery on Tuesday and will miss the rest of the campaign. The full-back has been out since the end of January.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino said: "I sent him a text yesterday (Tuesday) after the surgery and we exchanged some texts.
"Now it is a moment to give time to recover after yesterday and I will be here on Friday to check how he is. He will have all our support."
Kieran Trippier sustained concussion against Manchester United last weekend and is unavailable, while Kyle Walker has a minor ankle injury and will also miss out.
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