Burley believes that Tottenham will still present a tough test for his side, despite being without the suspended Sheringham.
The England international is serving the second game in a three-match ban after his dismissal in the first clash of the teams at White Hart Lane in December, when he was sent off after a tussle with John McGreal at a corner.
Burley said: "Sheringham is a world-class player so he is a big miss for them but Poyet or Sergei Rebrov can do a similar job.
"Tottenham have showed they have improved this season and are a very good side with class players throughout their squad and I anticipate a very hard game."