I wouldn't say Tottenham are playing slightly better, they are definitely playing better. It's true that Tottenham have been losing ground in recent matches, but they had a sensible start. Maybe it's just this period, but I think Tottenham have a good chance to fight for top 4 this season
At the beginning of the season, Tottenham was playing good football and winning games that some football pundits predicted they were contenders. for.the EPL title. But the team's performance began to reduce and injuries played a vital to this decline in quality. Still, the Angelos Postecoglou side is In a good position to compete for the title but this will be possible if they experience fewer injuries and sign some new players to add quality to the team.
Kevin De Bruyne is one of the important players in the Manchester City squad in their pursuit of much success. He is the best midfielder in the Premier League who has made a big contribution to Manchester City's achievements over the last few seasons. Of course Pep Guardiola must have felt lost and found it difficult to find a replacement option when De Bruyne was injured, but now De Bruyne is back.
Manchester City should know that Kevin De Bruyne has become injury-prone due to his age, there is a need to scout for a replacement for this great midfielder. His impact was felt in the game against Tottenham where he scored a goal and provided an assist with a master pass. Without him in that game City wouldn't have won that game. He has what it takes to change any game positively no wonder City always struggles when he is not playing.