Five reasons why Tottenham can win the Champions League

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 04: Jan Vertonghen of Tottenham Hotspur speaks to Hugo Lloris of Tottenham Hotspur and Davinson Sanchez of Tottenham Hotspur at half time during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on February 4, 2018 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /

3. Defensive depth and stability

Having a reliable, sturdy and unerring rearguard is a pre-requisite to winning the Champions League.

While Spurs are blessed with some of the most electrifying attacking weapons in Europe, it’s their defensive prowess that could prove most important. With the best overall defensive crew in the Premier League, Alderweireld, Jan Vertonghen, Davinson Sánchez and Ben Davies hold the key to Tottenham’s Champions League aspirations.

At risk of harping too heavily on Spurs’ versatility, Pochettino has the benefit of being able to deploy either two or three centre backs. In addition, with Wanyama back in contention, Eric Dier can slide into the heart of defence if the situation demands it.

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