Tottenham boss Martin Jol has played down fears over Aaron
Lennon's fitness despite the England winger sitting out Sunday's
2-1 victory over Manchester City.
The 19-year-old midfielder was rested as a precautionary measure
after suffering inflammation of a knee that required surgery in the
summer.
However, Jol believes Lennon will be fit to face Southend in the
Carling Cup on Wednesday.
"Aaron had an operation in August and had (the problem) again, so
it was better to rest him," he revealed.
"It comes and goes so hopefully he will be fit for
Wednesday."
Meanwhile, Jol hailed the growing presence of Tom Huddlestone in
the heart of the Spurs midfield.
The teenager set up Calum Davenport's opener then grabbed his first
Premiership goal with a crisp volley in the 24th minute.
Jol added: "Tom does not show a lack of ambition because he wants
to be the best all the time and that is a good characteristic. He
is developing and growing.
"He is really experienced because he played over 100 games for
Derby before he was 18.
"I told him before the start of the season he would play a lot of
matches for us this season."