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Cristian Romero 'ruled out for up to four weeks with a muscle injury'... as the Tottenham defender is dealt a setback just days after pulling Marc Cucurella's hair during fiery London derby against Chelsea

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero is facing up to four weeks out with a muscle injury, according to reports.

Romero has become a key figure at Spurs since joining the club from Atalanta last year, and has started both of their league matches so far this term.

However, he picked up a muscle problem during Tottenham's 2-2 draw against Chelsea on Sunday, and has been ruled out for three to four weeks, as reported by Football London.

Cristian Romero is set for a spell on the sidelines after picking up a muscle injury
He controversially pulled Marc Cucurella's hair while playing against Chelsea on Sunday

Romero's setback comes after he was involved in a controversial incident at Stamford Bridge when he pulled Marc Cucurella's hair in the final minutes of the London derby clash.