Spurs Team News: Bissouma Borderline For Arsenal Clash
Tottenham Hotspur face a crucial North London derby this weekend, and the fitness of Yves Bissouma will be key to their chances against Arsenal.
The Mali international has been struggling with a hamstring injury sustained in the recent draw against Brentford. While manager Ange Postecoglou has hinted at Bissouma's potential availability, it remains unclear whether he'll be fit to start the high-stakes clash.
Here's the latest on Bissouma and other potential team news:
Bissouma's Status:
- The midfielder is borderline for the game, having returned to training earlier this week.
- Postecoglou stated, "He's a chance, we'll see how he progresses through the week."
- His return would be a massive boost to the Spurs midfield, offering defensive solidity and an ability to control the tempo.
Other Injury Concerns:
- Richarlison has been ruled out of the Arsenal match due to a hamstring injury sustained in the Brentford game.
- Ryan Sessegnon and Bryan Gil are also doubtful for the derby, although their injuries are less serious.
- Tanguy Ndombele is expected to be available despite a recent illness.
Potential Line-up:
With Bissouma's fitness uncertain, Postecoglou may need to adapt his formation.
- If Bissouma is fit, he's likely to partner Pierre-Emile Højbjerg in a double pivot.
- If Bissouma is unavailable, Pape Matar Sarr could be deployed alongside Højbjerg.
- The attack is likely to consist of Son Heung-min, Dejan Kulusevski, and James Maddison behind the lone striker Harry Kane.
Key Takeaways:
- Bissouma's availability is a major talking point as he could be instrumental in thwarting Arsenal's potent attack.
- With key players missing, Postecoglou will need to find a tactical solution to overcome the injury issues.
- The North London derby is a crucial test for both teams, and the pressure is on for both sets of players to deliver a winning performance.
Stay tuned for further updates on the Spurs team news as the game approaches.
