The Lillywhites defied expectations to snatch that all-important Champions League spot ahead of rivals Arsenals - and the difference that makes has been crystal clear already.
Fraser Forster has arrived from Southampton to rival Hugo Lloris for the number one position while the experienced Ivan Perisic is in town.
There is Yves Bissouma who turned down the chance to join Aston Villa in January and has instead moved to north London.
When the likes of Harry Winks and Steven Bergwijn leave there will be space to bring players that suit the ideas the Italian manager wants to play next season.
Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni is high on the list of wants, while Djed Spence from Middlesbrough has been widely mentioned too.
So, with all the names being bundled around, here is the team Antonio Conte could play on the opening day against Southampton.

9. RW Richarlison
The big money signing will likely get the role out wide for the opening, game. where Kulusevski has been operating, even though the competition will be keen over there. | Getty Images

10. ST Harry Kane
No question whether Spurs’ talisman starts. | Getty Images

11. LW Son Heung-Min
The South-Korean forward was the top scorer last season, with 21 goals despite not being on penalties. A favourite of the manager. | Getty Images

12. Sub Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg
Tough to leave out after his performances since joining Tottenham, and will likely share playing time with Bissouma and Bentancur. | Getty Images


