Tottenham have confirmed defender Emerson Royal will undergo surgery on his knee after he suffered an injury while on international duty with Brazil.
The full back was injured during the closing stages of Brazil's 2-1 defeat by Morocco on Saturday and is expected to be sidelined for at least six weeks, which could see him struggle to return before the end of the season.
The 24-year-old has made 22 Premier League appearances this season and was a favourite under Antonio Conte prior to his recent departure.
Surgery on his meniscus will take place in London after he returned to England following international duty with Brazil.