The former Brentford boss will want to make a strong impression and could look to stamp his mark on a rivalry that has not favoured Spurs<\/a> in recent times.<\/p>\n Tottenham\u2019s last victory over their bitter rivals came in a friendly clash back in August 2021, and with Arsenal\u2019s recent dominance in this fixture, there is added motivation for Frank to get one over Mikel Arteta\u2019s side.<\/p>\n With that in mind, here is our predicted Tottenham XI to face the Gunners in China.<\/p>\n Goalkeeper \u2013 Guglielmo Vicario<\/a>: Vicario and Antonin Kinsky<\/a> have been sharing minutes in pre-season so far, with both featuring in the clashes against Reading and Luton Town, getting 45 minutes each. That could very much carry on against Arsenal.<\/p>\n Right-back \u2013 Pedro Porro<\/a>: At right-back, we expect Pedro Porro to take his spot right there, as he continues to learn his new role under Thomas Frank.<\/p>\n Centre-back \u2013 Cristian Romero<\/a>: The Argentine looks set to remain at Tottenham and has been a part of two of Spurs\u2019 last three pre-season games. He should be at the heart of the defence against the Gunners.<\/p>\n Centre-back \u2013 Micky van de Ven<\/a>: This should be the first time the Dutch centre-back would partner up with Romero in pre-season, as we expect Frank to go full strength.<\/p>\n Left-back \u2013 Djed Spence<\/a>: Spurs are very thin in the left-back position<\/a>, something that became evident when Frank announced his pre-season tour squad<\/a>. Davies is the next option to come in given Udogie\u2019s absence due to injury. Regardless, we should see Spence fill in on the left.<\/p>\n Pivot Midfielder \u2013 Archie Gray<\/a>: Gray was given a run in the tie against Luton Town in the holding midfield role. The youngster did the basics right and tried to be tidy with the ball. He should continue there against Arsenal.<\/p>\n Pivot Midfielder \u2013 Lucas Bergvall<\/a>: Gray could be joined by a fellow youngster in Lucas Bergvall, who could feature in the pivot alongside Gray or further high up the pitch.<\/p>\n Attacking Midfielder \u2013 Rodrigo Bentancur<\/a>: Thomas Frank could very much get creative in his setup, using a 4-3-3 holding where he plays one pivot and uses Bentancur and Bergvall as two eights. Bentancur was expected to feature in one of the double-header friendly clashes on Saturday, but missed out due to a knock. We expect him to return to the XI this Thursday.<\/p>\n Left-winger \u2013 Heung-min Son<\/a>: This could very much be Heung-min Son\u2019s farewell tour if the Korean does secure a move to MLS side LA FC<\/a>. As such, we expect him to feature in this clash and a lot more in Tottenham\u2019s tour of Asia, given the contracts and agreements Spurs have with investors.<\/p>\n![\"Arsenal](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/arsenalb6-1024x683.jpg\")
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