Roberto De Zerbi has a big left-sided dilemma for Chelsea clash

Roberto De Zerbi faces key tactical decisions on Tottenham Hotspur's left flank ahead of their Premier League match against Chelsea. With Destiny Udogie likely sidelined, De Zerbi must decide how to structure his defense and flank partnerships at Stamford Bridge. Although Andy Robertson and Tosin Adarabioyo hobbled off in Tottenham's 2-1 victory over Coventry City, De Zerbi confirmed post-match that both players suffered only minor knocks and are expected to be available for Saturday.

Writer James Cormack argues that Tottenham have multiple options to solve the absence of Udogie down the left side. While Robertson and Omar Marmoush could continue their developing partnership, Cormack suggests deploying Micky van de Ven at left-back to bring better defensive balance against Chelsea's attack. Such a tactical shift would leave De Zerbi choosing between Tosin Adarabioyo and Marcos Senesi to partner Jan Paul van Hecke in central defense.