Tottenham Hotspur team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Manchester City

Facing a second Premier League contest against a top-two side in the space of a week, Tottenham Hotspur make the journey to the Etihad to meet Manchester City on Thursday night.

Antonio Conte's side were deservedly beaten 2-0 in Sunday's North London derby, with Hugo Lloris's own goal preceding a Martin Odegaard strike in the first half.

The Lilywhites have lost ground in the top-four race as a result, currently occupying fifth place in the table and five points behind Manchester United, who have a game in hand.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up all of Tottenham's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their clash with the champions, who lost their own derby 2-1 to Manchester United at the weekend.

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Status: Minor doubt Type of injury: Groin Possible return date: January 19 (vs. Man City)

Rodrigo Bentancur is still waiting for his first post-World Cup game for Tottenham after picking up a groin injury in Qatar. The Uruguay international was not risked for the North London derby, but Conte is confident that he will be available to face the champions.

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Status: Out Type of injury: Tendon Possible return date: Unknown

Lucas Moura - who will leave Tottenham when his contract expires in the summer - has been plagued by a tendon problem during his farewell season, and the Brazilian attacker will miss out once again.

Tottenham have no players suspended for this match.