Andre Villas-Boas insists he has no plans to sell Brad Friedel as he prepares to recall the American for tonight's Europa League decider against Panathinaikos.
Hugo Lloris has started Tottenham's last five games after ousting Friedel (above) from the first team, but the 41-year-old will have a chance to win back his spot on a permanent basis tonight when he lines up against the Greek side.
Friedel's future at White Hart Lane has been in doubt since Tottenham rebuffed an enquiry from his former club Blackburn last month.
And should the Lancashire club bid for the player again in January, Villas-Boas says he will adopt the same stance.
"I don't know anything about (Blackburn's bid). We are trying to hold on to our best assets and Brad is certainly one of them," the Tottenham manager said.
"Brad has been excellent, I spoke to him and he has been such an important player for us.
"Rotation has not been because of performances. Both goalkeepers' performances have been excellent. It gives me the ability at any time to throw a different keeper into the game.
"Hugo will not be involved in (the Panathinaikos) game."
If Friedel keeps a clean sheet tonight then Tottenham will progress as they only need to draw to qualify for the knockout stages.
