Jose Mourinho’s plan of attack in Son Heung-Min’s absence

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Jose Mourinho, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur reacts during a training session ahead of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg match against RB Leipzig at Hotspur Way Training Ground on February 18, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Jose Mourinho, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur reacts during a training session ahead of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg match against RB Leipzig at Hotspur Way Training Ground on February 18, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) /
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3. Last but not least

Moura fits in as the lone front man, though I believe wholeheartedly he’s much more effective attacking from the right. Lo Celso is in his anointed central midfield role and

Erik Lamela

, who is scheduled to return to the lineup soon, will attack from the right. Bergwijn is extremely threatening attacking from the left. However, it’s still unclear whether it’s his preferred position.

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You’ll notice Eric Dier isn’t included in any of these teams. Personally, I feel Ndombele is above him in the pecking order. Though Mourinho might utilize Dier for the defensive qualities he brings to the pitch, I hope the Englishman starts to prove Mourinho right for selecting him. As many others are starting to give up on him.