Timo Werner and Djed Spence will be pushing for starts in Tottenham's Carabao Cup tie against Manchester City(Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Tottenham predicted team vs Man City - Postecoglou makes five changes as Spence decision made

by · football.london

Here is the Tottenham team we expect Ange Postecoglou to select for Wednesday evening's Carabao Cup fourth round tie against Manchester City

The Carabao Cup is on the agenda for Tottenham on Wednesday evening as they welcome Manchester City to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Ange Postecoglou's side really couldn't have asked for a tougher fourth round draw as Spurs look to end their long wait without a trophy.

Drawn to face the Premier League champions in the fourth round of last season's FA Cup, the two teams will meet in the capital once again but this time in the Carabao Cup. City have enjoyed great success in this competition in the past but it may not be a trophy on Pep Guardiola's radar this time.

The Spaniard admitted in September that his side will not "waste energy" on the competition this year and there is the prospect of Guardiola giving opportunities to his academy players. Regardless of whichever side he opts for, Postecoglou and Tottenham have to find a way of getting past their opponents.

"Obviously City played on Saturday so we've got to make sure the players we put out there tomorrow are able to compete physically with what's going to be on the other side of the pitch from us," said the Australian in his pre-match press conference. "The good thing is just about the whole squad's had some kind of football so that means whatever changes we make the players coming in are at a good physical level."

Spurs have so far rotated in cup competition this season but it remains to be seen just to what extent Postecoglou will rotate against Guardiola's team. So how exactly will Tottenham line up against Manchester City on Wednesday evening? football.london have named their predicted team below.

Goalkeeper - Guglielmo Vicario

As good as Fraser Forster was in last week's match against AZ Alkmaar, Ange Postecoglou goes strong with his team and starts Guglielmo Vicario between the sticks.(Image: (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images))

Right-back - Pedro Porro

Pedro Porro will be looking to make a big impact against his former club.(Image: Getty Images)

Centre-back - Cristian Romero

Cristian Romero will lead Tottenham out against Manchester City in Son Heung-min's absence.(Image: Getty Images)

Centre-back - Radu Dragusin

It seems a good opportunity to give Radu Dragusin a start. As Micky van de Ven played instead of Cristian Romero against AZ Alkmaar, the Dutchman may be the one to drop out this time.

Left-back - Djed Spence

Djed Spence is back in Tottenham training and that may result in a start at left-back. Destiny Udogie could do with a breather, thus giving his teammate the opportunity to excel again after his starring role at Coventry City in the last round.

Central midfield - Rodrigo Bentancur

Rodrigo Bentancur was brilliant last Thursday against AZ Alkmaar but it was Yves Bissouma who got the nod away at Crystal Palace. The duo may trade roles this time.(Image: Malcolm Couzens/Getty Images)

Central midfield - Pape Matar Sarr

Pape Matar Sarr will be in contention to start against Manchester City after two positive cameos off the bench in the past two games.

Central midfield - Dejan Kulusevski

It will be a contest between Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison to start from the off against Man City. The Swede may just shade it.(Image: Chloe Knott - Danehouse/Getty Images)

Right-wing - Brennan Johnson

Brennan Johnson will continue on the right for Tottenham. The attacker has enjoyed a very good season in front of goal and Ange Postecoglou needs him to contribute against Man City.(Image: Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Striker - Dominic Solanke

Dominic Solanke will lead the line for Tottenham as Richarlison settles for a place on the bench.(Image: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Left-wing - Timo Werner

Timo Werner will be leading the way to start on the left with Son Heung-min and Wilson Odobert missing through injury. Mikey Moore is another option but three starts in quick succession for the 17-year-old will be too much for him.(Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)