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Mauricio Pochettino hails 'top player' Dele Alli after he leads Tottenham past Barnsley in Carabao Cup

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Mauricio Pochettino believes Dele Alli is over his dip in form after the midfielder scored Tottenham's winner against Barnsley in the Carabao Cup third round.

Pochettino had admitted before the game he would start Alli at Wembley to help the 21-year-old rediscover his groove following some disappointing recent displays.

And Alli duly delivered, his second-half strike proving the difference as Spurs sealed a 1-0 win and their place in round four.

"For me, Dele Alli is a top player. He is a key player for us. I think he helped us by scoring today," Pochettino said.