Sean Dyche has revealed what he expects Tottenham Hotspur to achieve in their first full Premier League season under Roberto De Zerbi.
Spurs have the luxury of one game a week this season, having failed to qualify for any European competitions.
That could have some big positives for the squad, which has been ravaged by injury crises across the last two years, being unable to cope with a game every three days.
The squad has been significantly strengthened, with De Zerbi spearheading a major rebuild this summer after the club stayed up by the skin of their teeth last summer.
Sean Dyche expects Tottenham to be back in the top six
Following two 17th-place finishes, Dyche expects Tottenham to claim their rightful place in the top six this season.
The former Burnley boss expects Arsenal to retain the Premier League title, and for Liverpool, Man City, and Man Utd to round out the top four.
He backs Chelsea to finish fifth, which is once again expected to be enough for Champions League qualification, and backs Spurs to finish in sixth and secure a spot in next season’s Europa League.
Spurs predictions may be revised if their top targets are secured
Tottenham are looking to end the transfer window with a bang, with the club keen on adding significant reinforcements to their forward line.
The Lilywhites are now holding talks with Man City over a double deal for Savinho and Omar Marmoush, while reports indicate that Cody Gakpo continues to be on Spurs’ radar.
If De Zerbi’s men can get those three players through the door before the window slams shut, some may tip them as potential contenders for a top-four finish.