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Tottenham Hotspur projected starting XI for West Ham

By Gary Pearson

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Richarlison of Everton scores their side's second goal whilst under pressure from Toby Alderweireld of Tottenham Hotspur during The Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Everton and Tottenham Hotspur at Goodison Park on February 10, 2021 in Liverpool, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Richarlison of Everton scores their side's second goal whilst under pressure from Toby Alderweireld of Tottenham Hotspur during The Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Everton and Tottenham Hotspur at Goodison Park on February 10, 2021 in Liverpool, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) /
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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 13: Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg of Tottenham Hotspur is challenged by Bernardo Silva of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur at Etihad Stadium on February 13, 2021 in Manchester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 13: Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg of Tottenham Hotspur is challenged by Bernardo Silva of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur at Etihad Stadium on February 13, 2021 in Manchester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) /

Midfield

Pierre Hojberg — Central Defensive Midfield

The Dane will certainly take his spot back in the heart of midfield. Rested against Wolfsberger, Hojberg will be raring to go, ready to physically dominate and tenaciously interrupt West Ham’s offensive forays.

Tanguy Ndombele — Central Defensive Midfield

Tanguy Ndombele was also rested for a large chunk of the midweek win. He should line up beside Hojberg in defensive midfield. Watch for Ndombele to drive forward and spearhead Spurs’ offence while Hojberg covers and, as always, protects the backline.

Steven Bergwijn — Right Attacking Midfield

The Dutchman came in as a sub on Thursday and looked pretty good in his cameo. Gareth Bale played his best game of the season and might nip in to start in Bergwijn’s stead, though I doubt it. Even though he usually contributes in other areas of the pitch, Steven needs to start adding goals to his repertoire. If not, he may soon find himself falling down the pecking. Lucas Moura is another strong possibility for Jose after playing brilliantly on Thursday.

Son Heung-Min — Left Attacking Midfield

Probably the second player on Jose’s team sheet, Son Heung-Min, who scored on Thursday, will feel rejuvenated after only playing 45 minutes in Budapest. Son, along with his otherworldly talent, is a workhorse and can run unremittingly. Although even Son isn’t immune to the rigours of the Premier League.

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