Overview
- Manager Thomas Frank confirmed Solanke has been added in place of Tel for the Borussia Dortmund tie, calling it a tough decision forced by regulations.
- Frank said Spurs have essentially 11 first-team outfield players available, with Ben Davies sidelined after ankle surgery and Micky van de Ven suspended.
- Joao Palhinha remains out injured, while Xavi Simons will play through an ankle knock sustained at the weekend; Archie Gray trained and is available.
- UEFA permits replacing an injured player up to matchday six if the absence exceeds 60 days, allowing Solanke—originally listed in September before ankle surgery—to be re-registered.
- Frank praised Tel’s recent form and said he would have started if eligible, but only one of Tel or Solanke could be included under the competition rules.