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What is an international break?
An international break is a period in the football calendar when domestic league matches pause to allow players to represent their national teams in international fixtures, such as qualifiers or friendly games. Dejan Kulusevski's expected return after this break means he will rejoin Tottenham's squad once these international commitments are over, ready for club duties.
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