LONDON -- Erik Lamela could finally return to action for Tottenham this weekend, with manager Mauricio Pochettino believing the winger holds the key to unlocking defensive opponents at Wembley.
Spurs face struggling West Bromwich Albion at their temporary home on Saturday.
And for a third consecutive weekend, Pochettino will ask Lamela whether he feels ready to return to the squad for the first time since last October after a year of chronic hip problems.
If he is not, another run-out for the Spurs under-23s is likely -- but a yes could see Pochettino throw him into the mix against the Baggies.