Hayley Raso and Amy James-Turner are “100% back and ready to be cast,” Vilahamn said.

On Becky Spencer signing a new contract, he praised her courage and experience, adding: “For me to continue working with her and for us to be able to use her for two more years is great news.”

He called WSL leaders Manchester City a “winning machine” and added that he “learned a lot” from Tottenham’s 7-0 defeat to City last season.

“She’s probably the best nine in the league and probably one of the best nines in the world,” Vilahamn said of Manchester City forward Khadija Shaw.

Vilahamn understands that Spurs will have to “defend rather than dictate” in their next two games against City and Arsenal.

“We have to be perfect tomorrow, or at least almost perfect, because otherwise they are going to win,” he added.