Tottenham Hotspur travel to The City Ground to face Nottingham Forest in matchday three of the Premier League season on Saturday at 15:00 local time.
Roberto De Zerbi’s side arrive at the fixture having lost their opening two league games, making the trip to Nottingham a must-not-lose occasion for the Lilywhites.
De Zerbi received overwhelming backing in the transfer market ahead of his first season in charge, but results so far have raised early questions about the new regime at the club.
Oliver Glasner’s Nottingham Forest represent a difficult test for a Spurs side still searching for their first Premier League win of the campaign.
Antonin Kinsky is expected to retain his place in goal for Tottenham, continuing as the first-choice goalkeeper under De Zerbi this season.
Archie Gray featured at right back in Spurs’ previous Premier League outings, but Pedro Porro could return to his natural full-back position this weekend at Gray’s expense.
Andy Robertson is anticipated to continue on the left side of the defence as Tottenham look to establish some defensive stability on the road.
The most eye-catching selection could come in the form of Savio, the £85 million summer signing who joined from Manchester City and is expected to start in the Premier League for the first time since his arrival.
The Brazilian winger impressed during last week’s Carabao Cup fixture and could now be rewarded with his first top-flight start, operating on the right wing for the visitors.
Mathys Tel is expected to take up a position on the left wing, providing pace and creativity alongside Savio in what could be an exciting attacking combination for Spurs.
Omar Marmoush is anticipated to lead the line as the number nine, with the forward still searching for his first goal in a Tottenham shirt and eager to open his account against Forest.
De Zerbi’s side will need a sharp and cohesive performance to claim all three points from a ground that has proven difficult for visiting sides in recent seasons.