Roberto De Zerbi should resist the temptation to make wholesale changes to the Tottenham side that produced such an impressive 2-0 victory at Chelsea.

There are two alterations I would make for Saturday’s visit of Crystal Palace, though, with Pedro Porro and Dominic Solanke coming into the starting XI.

Porro’s return to fitness gives De Zerbi a decision at right-back, while Solanke offers a natural centre-forward option after Omar Marmoush led the line at Stamford Bridge.

The rest of the team deserves another opportunity after delivering one of Spurs’ best performances of the season.

Porro returns as Gray makes way

The headline selection call is at right-back. Porro is 27 and, if selected, would be making only his third Premier League start of the campaign.

His quality in possession and willingness to get forward make him a valuable option, particularly in a home game where Tottenham may have to break down a compact Palace defence.

That would mean Archie Gray dropping to the bench, which is harsh on a player who did little wrong against Chelsea.

Gray was disciplined, worked tirelessly and covered both full-back positions during the win. As I argued in my piece on why Gray would be an unfortunate casualty of Porro’s return, this is more about the options available to De Zerbi than any failure on the youngster’s part.

Solanke gets the nod up front

I would also bring Solanke in for Marmoush. The Egyptian worked hard at Chelsea, but Solanke’s movement, physical presence and ability to occupy central defenders could be useful against a Palace side expected to defend deep.

Marmoush remains an important option, particularly if Spurs need pace and a different attacking threat later in the game.

James Maddison is available after De Zerbi’s positive update, so he should retain his place in the side.

The midfield combination that impressed at Stamford Bridge deserves to stay together, while Mohammed Kudus and Mathys Tel can provide the width and direct running.

Despite Destiny Udogie potentially being available, Andy Robertson played well last weekend and should continue at left-back.

My Tottenham starting XI vs Crystal Palace

Kinsky; Porro, Van Hecke, Van de Ven, Robertson; Tonali, Fernandes, Maddison; Kudus, Solanke, Tel.