Tottenham: Over enough time for Dele Alli to be fit for important Liverpool clash

A near miss for Spurs after news of Dele Alli injury not being that serious, while on international duty. Changes made in order for him to be available for Saturday’s banger.

The English Premier League returns with Matchday 5 and once again, the weekend’s fixtures brings us a clash involving the big boys. Tottenham welcome the leaders of the league in the early stages, Liverpool.

Both have suffered from the curse of international break and have lost players in the midfield. Spurs, taking a harder knock that the Reds. Dele Alli has been a key ingredient in Mauricio’s mix since joining the North London side.

It’s been the same for him since the start of the season, helping Spurs to their nine points. A stunner last week before the break took place – saw a Hornets’ attack on the Lilywhites. In this early stages, Alli and co have failed to keep up the chase.

But as the saying goes… It’s still early.

Nothing to worry about

The manager of England has helped Spurs’ fans ease into Saturday’s fixture by taking the necessary precautions, and not risking the loss of Alli longterm.

Full story here – The Express.

"“He [Alli] has just had a minor strain and should be fine for his club at the weekend I would think.”"

A minor strain showcases the lack of rest the English Players have had since taking part in the World Cup, and who are regulars in their respective clubs. However, a nod from Southgate gives him enough time to rest before Matchday 5.

This, along with the satisfactory news that Harry Kane will be rested – presents Pochettino with a boost ahead of an all-important fixture.

"“Harry falls in that category in which we have several players where we have to watch how much they play.“Is he due a rest? I think so. We talked a bit after the World Cup about the demands of the modern player.“Everybody has got to play a part in that but the clubs own the player and they have got to do the right thing for them.“Normally, we have not got opposing objectives but the clubs would be holding their breath and hiding behind their sofas watching our teams go out.“But this is one of those occasions where we want to look at our squad and do the right thing with the players for our long-term benefit.”"

Have to do right in Wembley

Spurs cannot afford another loss so early on in the season, even though it’s only the fifth day of the English Premier League. Their best eleven is needed for their heavy duel come Saturday lunch time.