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Mourinho rules Aurier out of Tottenham's Europa League clash with Royal Antwerp

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho has confirmed Serge Aurier will miss their Europa League outing against Royal Antwerp because of an injury.

On Sunday, Aurier managed to play the entire duration as Spurs defeated North London rivals Arsenal 2-0 in a Premier League match despite having a 'problem' prior to the match.

The Ivorian right-back who has delivered solid performances in this campaign, is now expected to continue recovery while his teammates battle their Belgian visitors for the Group J top spot at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Although both teams have advanced to the last 32 stage, Spurs currently sit second in the standings with 10 points after five matches and only a win would make them overtake leaders Antwerp who have gathered 12 points.