Shock Son Heung-min decision tipped in Tottenham vs Sheffield United prediction
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has been predicted to drop Son Heung-Min from his new centre-forward role to allow for a return to action for Richarlison against Sheffield United. Spurs make their return to action from the international break this weekend with a home clash against the Blades.
The Lilywhites have started impressively under the new head coach, picking up ten points from a possible 12 on offer so far this season. Their new style of football has already won over the majority of fans, while even those of rival clubs have had an admiration for the start of something big.
They will be hopeful of continuing their great start when they face Sheffield United, who have only managed to pick up one point from their opening four games. Backed to be among the relegation battlers this season, Paul Heckingbottom's side fell to defeat against Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Manchester City, though a draw with Everton last time out could give them a springboard to work from.
Johnson sub, Richarlison decision — The Tottenham team Postecoglou should pick vs Sheffield Utd
Spurs will have to be at their best to break down the visitors though, who showed they can defend well and cause problems for City, despite the result. Postecoglou will have some dilemmas over his team selection though, with Son starting the last game at centre-forward and scoring a hat-trick, showing he can fulfill that role.
That came after a disappointing few weeks for Richarlison, who has failed to score despite some bright moments and revealed during the international break that he has been battling issues off the field too. With a decision over who to choose in that role, former Arsenal star Paul Merson has backed for a return to the Brazilian number
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