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Arsenal vs. Tottenham: Spurs probable starting lineup

By Gary Pearson

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Wilfried Zaha of Palace crosses as Jan Vertonghen of Spurs tries to block during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace at Wembley Stadium on November 5, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Wilfried Zaha of Palace crosses as Jan Vertonghen of Spurs tries to block during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace at Wembley Stadium on November 5, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) /
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Spurs list of walking wounded going into the North London derby has slightly decreased, but Toby Alderweireld and Victor Wanyama are ruled out indefinitely.

There are fears circulating that Alderweireld will be out of the lineup through Christmas. His severely pulled hamstring is worse than first thought, Mauricio Pochettino confirmed. His absence leaves a massive void down the spine of the team, but Pochettino is lucky enough to have Eric Dier’s versatility at his disposal.

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A negligible difference between his ability as part of the back three or in a defensive central midfield role, Dier continues to prove his invaluable worth for club and country. His adaptability puts him in contention as Tottenham’s most important player.

Here’s Tottenham’s probable starting 11 for tomorrow’s all-anticipated derby.