Spurs without trio for two weeks

Tottenham received a huge boost in their hopes for Champions League qualification this evening with the news that Gareth Bale will return to training within two weeks.

Bale was carried off on a stretcher during the dying seconds of Spurs’ 2-2 draw against Basle last night, prompting fears the 22-goal striker could be out for a lengthy period.

The Welshman, Aaron Lennon and William Gallas – who also had to come off during last night’s Europa League quarter-final first leg – all underwent scans today and the news was positive for the London club.

A Spurs statement read: “The club can confirm that Gareth Bale (sprained ankle ligaments), William Gallas (calf strain) and Aaron Lennon (soft tissue contusion below the knee) all underwent scans today (Friday) after being forced off with injuries during our Europa League quarter-final first leg draw with Basel last night.

“The results of these scans have indicated that all three players are expected to return to training within two weeks.

“Bale, Gallas and Lennon have all commenced their treatment today and are responding positively.”