Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has heaped praise on his utility-man Eric Dier.

The 23-year-old is predominantly a holding midfielder, but he has also played as a centre-back, and occasionally, as a right back in Pochettino's side.

The Argentine manager concedes that the Dier's ability to play in various positions has helped the England international cement his position in his side.

"If he in time shows he is great or one of the best in the world in one position, okay, that is fantastic for him," Pochettino said.

"But if you are a very good player and can play very well in different positions, there are more possibilities for him to play."

Pochettino added: "I think the most important thing last season was that he was the player in the squad that played the most. When you are a player, you want to play and be in the starting XI.

"He can dominate different positions on the pitch and that is so fantastic - he can be top as a midfielder, centre-back or full-back. Then it is up to the manager to use him in different positions."