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Tottenham boss Antonio Conte is handed a fitness boost with Rodrigo Bentancur set to return from injury on New Year's Day... but the club are still waiting to find out the extent of Richarlison's hamstring problem

Antonio Conte has revealed Rodrigo Bentancur looks set to return for Tottenham for their New Year's Day clash with Aston Villa after his injury scare at the World Cup.

Bentancur hobbled off in the first half of Uruguay's final group game against Ghana, and there were fears that he could face an extended spell on the sidelines.

Conte has confirmed that it is not a serious issue, though, and expects Bentancur to be available for selection at the start of 2023, while he has also stated that Ben Davies is ready to play again after his exploits with Wales.