Paul Merson believes that the upcoming London derby on Saturday is the biggest game of Tottenham’s and Chelsea’s season, and could have a huge impact on the trajectory of the two sides.

Spurs suffered a disappointing loss in the Carabao Cup during mid-week, but Thomas Frank insisted he saw some positive signs from Tottenham offensively against Newcastle.

The main issue for Dane at the moment is that Spurs currently have double-digit injury absentees, with the situation being almost as bad as it was midway through last season.

Frank has not used injuries as an excuse, and he will be desperate for his weakened Tottenham side to get its first win at home since the opening day of the season.

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Merson insisted that he has not been convinced by either Spurs or Chelsea this season, suggesting that the Lilywhites had Guglielmo Vicario’s heroics to thank for winning at Everton last week.

The former Arsenal man remarked that both teams desperately need a win for their players to regain their confidence, particularly with the international break just a week away.

Merson told Sportskeeda: “Chelsea rested a few of their main players for the cup game against Wolves and luckily they got through. Tottenham will be disappointed...