Nottingham Forest could welcome back former Spurs defender Serge Aurier, who has missed the past two games with a calf problem.
Fellow defender Murilllo is also hoping to be fit despite limping off with a tight hamstring in the draw at Wolves.
Tottenham midfielder Giovani Lo Celso joins the club's extensive injury list after sustaining a knock in training.
Both James Maddison and Micky van de Ven remain on course for a return in the New Year.
MATCH FACTS
Head-to-head
- Nottingham Forest have lost four successive Premier League matches against Tottenham, including both meetings last season.