Postecoglou's principles are perpetually debated - but what if Spurs simply haven't signed the right players for him to be a success?

A winter injury crisis for the second season running has stretched Tottenham's squad to the limit and left head coach Ange Postecoglou calling for “reinforcements” in January if Spurs are to climb from mid-table to a position more benefitting of their stature and continue to compete in the cups.

The January transfer window will give Spurs the opportunity to take stock and strengthen their depleted squad… if they so choose

Ange Postecoglou has suggested the extended format of European competitions will make signing players in the January transfer window more difficult.

Ange Postecoglou has opened on January transfers for Tottenham, Ben Davies' injury and a rather unusual Premier League season ahead of the team's game against Nottingham Forest