Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly been dealt a blow after Vincent Janssen picked up a long-term injury.

Janssen has recently been stripped of the number-nine shirt at the North London outfit, who were looking to part ways with the Dutchman before the end of August.

According to The Sun, the 24-year-old has now sustained an injury which is likely to keep him out until December.

The development effectively rules out the possibility of a European club looking to secure a loan deal for the forward until January.

Janssen still has two years remaining on his contract, but the player does not feature in the short- or long-term plans of Mauricio Pochettino.

The player spent last season at Turkish giants Fenerbahce, with scoring goals in 17 appearances.