Tottenham: 3 things to watch in preseason game vs. Ipswich
By Aaron Coe
Who plays for Spurs and how long
There have been a lot of rumors regarding some transfers in and out of the club, and sometimes players playing or not add to that speculation. For example, if Serge Aurier does not appear, maybe there is some truth to all the rumors out of Italy about him moving on to AC Milan, and some real questions at right fullback. Likewise, while the rumors were quick, if Harry Winks does not make an appearance, I am sure it will lead to questions.
In other instances, some players might be featured so they are in the shop window. Cameron Carter-Vickers, who is back from his loan and is training with the first team, is one such example. The young American may get some playing time to impress Jose Mourinho, or whoever else the team may be trying to move him on to via loan or permanent transfer. Maybe Jack Clarke could be that someone else and we all get to see him for the first time in, not holding a Spurs shirt.
While I do not expect extensive minutes for most of the first-teamers, I would expect many to make an appearance, including Hojbjerg and fellow new signing goalkeeper Joe Hart. Likewise, I imagine each of the three keepers will be on the pitch at some point in time as substitutions are not really an issue for many reasons in pre-season.
Do the players making an appearance include Tanguy Ndombele and for how long and where? Hopefully, some first-teamers knock off some rust and some academy players gain some experience and exposure.