4-2-3-1: How Tottenham could line up in Premier League clash vs Aston Villa

Tottenham Hotspur are set to host Aston Villa in north London, looking to pick up where they left off before the international break.

Spurs went into the break on the front foot after eking out a nervy 2-1 win against newly promoted Leeds United at Elland Road.

That result extended Tottenham’s unbeaten run to seven games in a row across all competitions (W4, D3), although that record will be put to the test on Sunday.

If results go their way, Tottenham could end the weekend at the top of the table, but they must first take care of business in front of the home crowd.

How Tottenham could line up

Tottenham didn’t come away from the international break unscathed. They have a couple of injury woes to be worried about, but there’s also some good news on that front.

Yves Bissouma was stretchered off while playing for Mali and could spend some time in the infirmary, while Ben Davies tore a muscle on duty with Wales.

Both players are ruled out for Sunday’s outing, but Frank may finally be able to call on Randal Kolo Muani, who played 45 minutes in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Watford.

He has hardly kicked a ball for Frank’s side, but could play a part from the bench against Villa. Frank will likely make just one change from the team that beat Leeds a fortnight ago.

While he has a decision to make at the top end of the pitch, he’ll likely stick with a familiar backline.

That means Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Destiny Udogie should start ahead of goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.

Joao Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur should anchor the midfield. Wilson Odobert will likely drop to the bench despite his 7/10 performance against Leeds, with Richarlison returning to the XI.

With the Brazilian leading the line, Mathys Tel could shift to the left flank. Xavi Simons should start in his more familiar number 10 role with Mohammed Kudus on the right.