Jokanovic: 'We have many new players and will need time'

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Jokanovic has admitted his side will need some time to settle. AFP

Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic has accepted that his squad may need some time to get up to top performance in the Premier League, but will be ready for the challenge.

Fulham who were promoted as Championship play-off winners, lost their opening Premier League game 2-0 against Crystal Palace.

Jokanovic's men will now face Tottenham at Wembley on Saturday.

"We are returning to Wembley as a Premier League team," the Fulham boss said.

"An amazing and great challenge is ahead of us, and we will do our best to fight for the points."

"We have many new players and will need time. We worked well this week, building our spirit and working on the way we want to play football."

"This club has fought to be in the position to play against teams like Spurs. We know we must be solid and be available to work off the ball."

"We know Spurs will have possession so we must show solidarity and great effort."

"We have a tough game is ahead of us but it's a great opportunity for us to test ourselves against one of the top European teams."

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