Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to keep alive their feint hopes of returning to the Champions League by claiming a win at Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon.
Just three points and two places separate the two sides after Unai Emery’s men embarked on a remarkable turnaround in form during the second half of the season - but it is Spurs that will head into the game sat in a European spot after a Harry Kane goal gave them a narrow home win against Crystal Palace last weekend.
Both Spurs interim manager Ryan Mason and Villa boss Emery face some big calls ahead of the game as they contend with a number of injury concerns. With just hours to go until kick-off, LondonWorld looks at the latest team news ahead of Saturday’s game at Villa Park.
1. Aston Villa v Tottenham Hotspur injury latest
The latest team news ahead of Spurs’ visit to Villa Park.
2. OUT: Jed Steer
Emery confirmed recently that Steer is “completely out for the season”, with the goalkeeper still recovering from an Achilles tendon rupture suffered last March on loan at Luton Town.
3. FIT: Matty Cash
Has been pushing for a return following a hamstring injury picked up on international duty. Cash will be available for the game. Photo: Getty Images
4. FIT: Clement Lenglet
The defender has recovered from a shoulder injury and is set to be part of the Spurs squad that will travel to the Midlands. Photo: Alex Livesey