Tottenham injury curse strikes again as Pedro Porro forced off vs Aston Villa

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Roberto De Zerbi was forced to make an early change during Tottenham Hotspur's clash against Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon.

Pedro Porro suffered an injury during Tottenham Hotspur's clash against Aston Villa. The Lilywhites defender, who's only recently returned to action following a spell on the sidelines with a 'small muscular problem', was forced to come off midway through the first half on Saturday afternoon.

Upon hitting the deck, Porro hunched over while on his knees, burying his head in the turf. The Spain international then slammed his fists into the ground in frustration before signalling to the referee that he required medical attention.

After receiving some treatment, Porro was eventually helped to his feet. The 27-year-old hobbled off the pitch, making way for Archie Gray, who's featured at right-back in each of his five appearances for Spurs before the game despite being a midfielder by trade.

Last month, Roberto De Zerbi named the Tottenham star as an option in the backline, but acknowledged that he prefers to play in the middle of the park. Speaking to reporters ahead of the opening weekend of the new Premier League season, the Lilywhites boss discussed Gray's role in the squad.

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