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Toby Alderweireld declares he is fit for North London derby as Tottenham defender says he feels good ahead of the clash against Arsenal at Wembley

Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld has declared himself ready to face Arsenal after returning from the longest lay-off of his career.

Alderweireld played 90 minutes versus Newport on Wednesday, his first appearance since tearing his hamstring against Real Madrid 14 weeks ago.

The Belgian was rarely tested during a dominant win at Wembley and the decision now for Mauricio Pochettino is whether to field the 28-year-old in Saturday's crunch north London derby.

Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld has declared himself ready to face Arsenal
Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld has declared himself ready to face Arsenal

Asked if he is ready, Alderweireld said: 'Yeah, I feel very good.