Michael Dawson out for 10 to 12 weeks

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Michael Dawson is expected to be sidelined 10 to 12 weeks with an ankle injury.

The England international went for a scan today, which confirmed that the defender has suffered a ruptured ligament in his right ankle.

Dawson picked up the injury during Spurs' 3-1 win over Stevenage in the FA Cup last night.

It is becoming increasingly likely that the length of absence for the 28-year-old could hamper his chances of being called up for the European Championships this summer.