The versatile midfielder could well be tasked with stopping Santi Cazorla who has become Arsenal’s most important player following news Alexis Sanchez is set to miss the game.
Control in the middle of the park is vital for Spurs and whilst they have a plethora of midfielders who could start, allowing Mason the chance to solidify his new contract and build on his excellent season so far could well be a match winning decision by Pochettino.