Spurs have just made major decision ahead of Doncaster Rovers that could come back to haunt them
Thomas Frank may have made a costly error before Tottenham’s Carabao Cup tie against Doncaster Rovers.
Spurs enter the competition at this stage after bypassing the previous round due to their European commitments.
Frank’s side came from two goals down to draw at Brighton in the Premier League last time out, leaving Spurs third in the table.
Following Spurs’ Europa League success under Ange Postecoglou, Frank is looking to lead the club to his second trophy in under a year in the Carabao Cup.
Tottenham loanee given permission to play against his parent club
Spurs were knocked out by Liverpool at the semi-final stage of the competition last season, and they have not lifted the trophy since 2008.
League One side Doncaster Rovers are looking to cause a huge upset at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, though they have been boosted by the news that Damola Ajayi will be able to play against his parent club.
As per Alasdair Gold, [23 September]: “Spurs have given permission for Damola Ajayi to play against them for Doncaster tomorrow.“
Explaining why he allowed the 19-year-old winger to play, Frank said: “I think it’s OK. He’s on loan at another club. I know the Premier League have this if you’re on loan from a club, you’re not allowed to play.
“We decided to loan him out because it was good for his development. I’ve done that a thousand times.
“Maybe not a thousand times, a lot of times at Brentford, but we haven’t been that lucky to face one of our own players.
“It is what it is. I think it’s a great opportunity for him.”
Ajayi’s only goal for the club so far came in the previous round of the competition when Doncaster stunned Championship leaders Middlesborough 4-0.
Thomas Frank could ring the changes against Doncaster
Ajayi will gain valuable experience playing against Spurs, and he will be keen to impress in-front of the watching Frank.
| Damola Ajayi | Stats |
| Appearances | 39 |
| Goals | 7 |
| Assists | 4 |
Spurs are still heavy favourites to progress and Frank is expected to make changes to his starting XI.
Frank had a strong bench against Brighton, with the likes of Spurs’ summer arrival Xavi Simons and forward Mathys Tel only substitutes.
Archie Gray, Kevin Danso and Dane Scarlett could be in line for rare starts as Frank rotates his squad and gives key players an important rest.