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Pochettino taking no risks with Spurs stars

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino insists he will take no risks with his team selection for his side's Carabao Cup clash with West Ham.

Spurs make the trip to the London Stadium on Wednesday, just two days after their 1-0 Premier League loss to Manchester City.

While the Carabao Cup shapes up as arguably Tottenham's best chance to win a first trophy since 2008, Pochettino insists the welfare of his players is the priority.

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"I can put out the same players with a risk that they become injured," he said. "It is so difficult, it is not easy.