Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has explained recalling Dane Scarlett from his loan with Ipswich Town.

Postecoglou admits a lack of minutes at Portman Road forced the decision.

He explained: "Good to get Dane back and obviously the loan didn't work out for him at Ipswich, which is disappointing for him and disappointing for us because the reason we sent him out on loan was to get some game-time, rhythm and develop.

"It hasn't worked out that way so made sense to bring him back. He is back training with us and becomes available from January 1st again. Then it is up to him.

"He will stay with us until the rest of the season and we'll see how he trains and what opportunities may or may not come along, so we'll address those situations then."