Tottenham tactics: Who would make up the Spurs' best starting XI?

Tottenham tactics: Who would be the best starting XI for Spurs if every star was healthy?

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 02: Kyle Walker of Tottenham Hotspur walks out of the tunnel during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City at White Hart Lane on October 2, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Tottenham Hotspur FC/Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images) /

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Toby Alderweireld of Belgiumduring the FIFA World Cup 2018 qualifying match between Belgium and Bosnie Herzegowina on October 07, 2016 at the Koning Boudewijn stadium in Brussels, Belgium.(Photo by VI Images via Getty Images) /

Right Centre Back-Toby Alderweireld

The Belgian defender is quite possibly Tottenham’s best, most valuable player. His arrival at White Hart Lane transformed the club’s defense into one of the best in the Premier League.

He isn’t England’s most physical defender, but his skill on the ball is truly something to behold. His long diagonals are an absolute terror for opposing Premier League defenders.

His almost telekinetic connection with Jan Vertonghen also pays huge dividends for the club. Each man knows exactly where his teammate is going to be, even before they begin to move. Their chemistry is a huge comfort to keeper Hugo Lloris.

With all due respect to Cameron Carter-Vickers and Kevin Wimmer, an injury to Alderweireld might be the one injury that Tottenham couldn’t survive. His presence at the back is just that important for Pochettino’s club.

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