Tottenham have been in decline for a while, midfield is a big problem for them. Winks, should not be a starter, good squad option for cups, Europa, etc. Sissoko, definitely has the engine, power and athleticism, lacks footballing chops, not great at picking a pass or shooting. Hojbjerg, serviceable DM, don't think he is good enough closer to the opposition box to be the box to box role for a club looking for top 4. Ndombele, definitely has the talent, has he got the motivation and desire to put in the hard yards? Or could just end up another Taraabt.
The youth crew, Lo Celso, Skipp, Fernandes. Lo Celso does look a player tbf, was Spurs best player towards the end of last season. But none of these are close to what Dembele was for Spurs in midfield, who himself was a step down from Modric. There is a reason Luka Modric was chased by Chelsea and has been at the core of RM's midfield for the past what? 5 years?
Would any top four team take a midfielder from Spurs for their starting 11?