Our Tottenham Hotspur fans here inside the Transfer Tavern are wondering what has happened to their midfielder star, Dele Alli, this season.

Last season Alli was unplayable for Spurs, he set the Premier League alight and his stock rose ten-fol. However, this time around, there has been a stark contrast. Largely cutting a frustrated figure out on the pitch, Alli seems to be struggling for form and now for the first time receiving criticism from fans and pundits alike.

Spurs, in general, are inconsistent this season and currently sit seventh in the league, a point behind Burnley. After having two very good seasons our punters believe that the lack of strength and quality in depth Pochettino has failed to bring in is finally catching up with this young and talented squad.

With the January window fast approaching, now could be the perfect time to bring in a freshness to the team and ease the pressure on the England international. Our landlord takes a look at two midfielders that, if they were to be brought to the Wembley stadium could turn Spurs fortunes around…

Wilfried Zaha

The Crystal Palace winger has got the attention of some of the big boys once again, after being in sparkling form whilst helping Palace turnaround their season.

The former Man United man didn’t quite make the cut at Old Trafford and opted for a return back to his first club, this seems to be paying off, with a string of outstanding performances, the Ivory Coast international is looking back to his majestic best.

A move to Spurs would be a step up and Pochettino would fully encourage the winger to express himself as he is doing at Selhurst Park.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan

The Old Trafford attacking midfielder is currently out of favour with United boss Jose Mourinho after another recent dip in form, it seems his exit may be on the horizon. Indeed, with the midfield man mainly warming the bench and not starting in the last nine United matches, Spurs would miss a trick by not waiting in the wings for this assist king.

Alongside Harry Kane, this partnership could prove a deadly duo and one that could really excite fans.

The Armenian, when on form, is one of the worlds best in his position and his statistics in terms of assists is unrivalled over the seasons.