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Tottenham team news: Predicted Carabao Cup line up vs Watford – no Harry Kane
TOTTENHAM face Premier League opposition in the Carabao Cup but who will start in unfamiliar surroundings?
Carabao Cup: Pochettino previews Spurs vs Watford clash
Tottenham kick off their Carabao Cup campaign with a clash with Watford at Stadium MK – 50 miles away from White Hart Lane.
Construction delays at Spurs' new ground have caused issues with fixture scheduling, with Wembley not always available for the Premier League giants to host games.
The aftermath of Anthony Joshua's fight against Alexander Povetkin meant the national stadium couldn't be used for the Tottenham game this week.
Harry Kane is set to be rested for the clash at MK Dons' home with Mauricio Pochttino desperate to find a consistent deputy.
Fernando Llorente appears to be the most likely candidate to lead the line with Vincent Janssen injured, but he will need to provide more of a threat than he has previously during his limited opportunities.
Pundits have raised questions over Kane's fitness in recent weeks following a busy schedule over the last year, and if Llorente could find form, it would be a huge boost for Pochettino.
Elsewhere, Paulo Gazzaniga will continue to line up between the sticks after an assured display against Brighton at the Amex Stadium.
Spurs' third-choice keeper was called into action following injuries to Hugo Lloris and Michel Vorm.
Former MK Dons loan star Dele Alli will be desperate to start at his old stomping ground, and is likely to do so after recovering from injury.
He enjoyed an impactful cameo against Brighton at the weekend and will be keen to build up his match fitness.
Predicted Tottenham team vs Watford
(4-2-3-1) Gazzaniga; Aurier, Sanchez, Vertonghen, Davies; Winks, Wanyama; Alli, Eriksen, Lamela; Llorente.