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Tottenham vs Monaco: Probable Spurs starting XI

By Rucker Haringey

STOKE ON TRENT, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: Mauricio Pochettino of Tottenham Hotspur looks on during the Premier League match between Stoke City and Tottenham Hotspur at Britannia Stadium on September 10, 2016 in Stoke on Trent, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
STOKE ON TRENT, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: Mauricio Pochettino of Tottenham Hotspur looks on during the Premier League match between Stoke City and Tottenham Hotspur at Britannia Stadium on September 10, 2016 in Stoke on Trent, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) /
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STOKE ON TRENT, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 10: Hugo Lloris of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates his sides win after the game during the Premier League match between Stoke City and Tottenham Hotspur at Britannia Stadium on September 10, 2016 in Stoke on Trent, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
STOKE ON TRENT, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 10: Hugo Lloris of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates his sides win after the game during the Premier League match between Stoke City and Tottenham Hotspur at Britannia Stadium on September 10, 2016 in Stoke on Trent, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) /

Keeper-Hugo Lloris

Barring injury, there’s zero chance that anyone other than Hugo Lloris starts in-goal against Monaco. He is arguably the Spurs player who most deserves Champions League football for Tottenham. He’s going to get his opportunity on Wednesday.

Left back-Ben Davies

Danny Rose will miss out again due to injury. While that does cost Spurs some valuable athleticism, Ben Davies is certainly a capable replacement. He played an excellent match in relief of Rose at Stoke, and will look to do the same against Monaco.

Left centre back-Jan Vertonghen

Not much drama at this spot on the pitch either. Vertonghen has shaken off the rust of his summer injury to put together a string of three solid performances in a row. He’s another Tottenham player who will be relishing the chance to once again compete on Europe’s biggest stage.

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Right centre back-Toby Alderweireld

The acquisition of Toby Alderweireld might be one of the biggest reasons that Tottenham find themselves in the Champions League at all. He’s galvanized the club’s defense and formed an excellent partnership with Vertonghen. He’ll be one of the first names on Pochettino’s team sheet.

Right back-Kyle Walker

Count on Walker celebrating his new Spurs deal with a start in the Champions League. He may not get as much attention as some of his teammates, but his development under Pochettino has been nothing short of remarkable. He’s a lock to start barring injury.

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