Dejan Kulusevski, Tottenham Hotspur and Sweden
12 November 2026
Tottenham and Sweden midfielder Dejan Kulusevski has revealed he was offered what he described as a knee transplant during treatment for a long-running injury. He said he rejected another operation after discussing possible procedures with doctors over the summer.
Speaking from Sweden’s national-team camp, Kulusevski said he chose to continue training and assess whether he could play despite potential pain. He also described feeling unsupported by some people during rehabilitation, although he said he understood football’s business pressures.
Why It Matters
Kulusevski's account reveals the extent of the treatment options he considered during a prolonged injury absence. The exact proposed procedure has not been independently detailed.