Social media can be a place for light-hearted updates, but Tottenham star Dejan Kulusevski gave his followers a little more than they bargained for.
The midfielder stunned fans after posting a graphic photo from his knee surgery, leaving many shocked—and some regretting opening Instagram over breakfast.
Surgery That Ended His Season
Kulusevski underwent knee surgery back in May, which forced him to miss Tottenham’s Europa League final victory against Manchester United.
At just 25 years old, the Swedish international has been sidelined for months, with reports suggesting he could be out for the rest of the year.
Until recently, the midfielder had stayed quiet about his condition.
But now, he’s started to share more openly about his recovery journey and even dropped hints about when he’ll be back on the pitch.
The Post That Made Fans Squirm
The photo in question was taken mid-operation, showing surgeons working around his knee while it was held open.
His caption read: “Warning for sensitive content. Thank god it happened so I could see it clear.”
While his sister simply commented, “The truth,” fans weren’t so quick to appreciate the honesty. Many admitted the post caught them completely off guard.
One follower joked: “Dear Dejan Kulusevski, I did NOT need that to be the first thing I saw when I opened Instagram.
Kind regards, Traumatised.” Another wrote sarcastically: “Cheers Dejan, I really wanted to see inside your kneecap this morning.”
Some even tried to shield fellow fans from the sight, warning: “If you’re squeamish, DON’T look at Dejan Kulusevski’s latest IG post.”
Staying Positive Through Recovery
Despite the surgery and long rehabilitation ahead, Kulusevski has remained upbeat.
He’s been sharing clips of his training sessions, including a recent video of himself working hard on an air bike, showing fans he’s not slowing down.
A Return Date in Sight
In a fresh update, the midfielder gave supporters the news they’d been hoping for: he’s on track to make a comeback in just a couple of months. Speaking to Viaplay, Kulusevski said:
“The status is great. I wake up every day with the same hunger. I will be back in the very, very near future.
If everything goes according to plan, I am very confident that I will be back in two-three months.”
That timeline could see him return before the year is out, a big boost for Tottenham as they push on this season.
Last Season’s Standout Contribution
Before his injury, Kulusevski was a vital part of the Spurs squad, netting 10 goals and providing 11 assists in 50 appearances.
His creativity and drive were central to Tottenham’s attacking play, and fans will be eager to see him back in action as soon as possible.