LONDON (Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur received a boost ahead of Sunday's north London Premier League derby against Arsenal after manager Antonio Conte said Dejan Kulusevski was expected to be fit for the game.
Forward Kulusevski has not played for Tottenham since their 2-2 draw at Brentford on Dec. 26 due to a muscle problem, while Rodrigo Bentancur and Richarlison have been on the sidelines since the World Cup.
"About Richy and Rodrigo, both situations are improving. I think at this moment, Deki is much more ready to play and we especially don't want to take risks. Tottenham are fifth in the standings with 33 points after 18 games, two points behind fourth-placed Manchester United who have a match in hand. Arsenal are on top with 44 points, having lost only once in 17 games.
"They are deserving of staying in this position, it's not because of luck but because they show in every game that they are a really strong team.
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