Despite the doom and gloom I did see some green shoots today. There were spells of slick passing that looked like Spurs of 2 years ago, even Deli managed to complete two or three class one-twos. Yes the team as a whole were not great - but I think improvements in defence can be seen, particularly Aurier, and Alderweireld is looking a little stronger.
The problem I see is that we have capitulated in defence since we sold Dembele - we just haven't had solidity and the ability to break up opponents attacks in that critical DM role. So we desperately need to permanently sign in that position in the next week,. We could also hopefully use the Eriksen windfall to get Cavani on loan till the end of the season with commitment to buy if we qualify for Europe. That should be enough to secure at least top 6 and who knows, maybe even the FA Cup (and the ECL ??)
Next season we sign a left back and a right back and we then look to have a nice balanced squad. A CB may help but I really think that Tanganga looks a prospect in that position - Alderweireld and Sanchez will be better with help in in front with a strong DM, and Foyth may even reappear at some time.
On the other hand I may wake up and see the same team next week against City and realise it was all just a dream.