Solanke is closing in on a return to the starting lineup and could start against Everton in the league or in the midweek cup game against Liverpool. coach Roberto De Zerbi said when asked when the forward would be ready to start, per The Standard. "I think he is close. He's a crucial player for us, Dom Solanke. For the characteristics, personality, level of the player. He's very close after two times on the bench - Newcastle and Nottingham - he could start the game. Or, anyway, Tuesday, he can start the game,".
Analysis:Solanke remains an important option for coach Roberto De Zerbi and is now close to a starting return after being carefully managed through the early part of the season. The forward spent much of last season dealing with a recurring ankle issue before missing Tottenham's final four games, and Tottenham's medical team were cautious about rushing him back during preseason because of his injury history and jet lag concerns. His only start this season came in the cup against Charlton, where he scored. Omar Marmoush has moved into the central role during Solanke's limited availability, but the Egyptian can also be used on the wing, leaving room for Solanke to reclaim the striker position without necessarily pushing Marmoush out of the lineup.
