Blow for Spurs as winger Eriksen could be out until February with ankle injury

Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas fears Christian Eriksen will miss three months with the ankle injury he sustained on international duty.



The Denmark international suffered damaged ankle ligaments in Friday's clash against Norway and is now set to miss a large chunk of his first season at White Hart Lane.



Initially it was thought Eriksen would miss up to two months, but Spurs medics fear that period could be significantly longer.

Ouch: Denmark's Christian Eriksen (centre) screams in pain after being caught by a late tackle

Not looking good: Denmark's medical staff assess Eriksen's injury

Crocked: It was thought Eriksen could face three months out but he will miss significantly less action than that

Tottenham chiefs are understandably frustrated that one of their most creative players has suffered such a serious injury whilst on international duty.



The North London club could land a six-figure compensation package from the Danish FA should Eriksen fail to recover within a month.



The Danes were yesterday clarifying their position with FIFA.