Harry Redknapp has revealed Michael Dawson is devastated by the injury he sustained whilst on international duty for England on Friday evening.

The 26-year-old has damaged ligaments in his ankle and knee after falling awkwardly during the second half of the 4-0 win over Bulgaria, and he is set to be sidelined for at least eight weeks.

This means Dawson will miss the clash against Switzerland on Tuesday and next months’ internationals, as well as the opening of Spurs UEFA Champions League campaign.

"The boy is absolutely devastated. It is a massive blow for him and the club,” Redknapp told the Sunday Mirror. "We have no idea what is going to take longer to heal, his ankle or his knee.

“But we are talking months, not weeks. It couldn't have come at a worse time for us with crucial games coming thick and fast. I'm gutted for him.

"As for Spurs, words fail me. He is the heartbeat and soul of this club. But thank God I went and got William Gallas on a free transfer. It's looking an even better deal now."

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