The Writer managed to contact his other close friend to ask him about the club he loves, Tottenham Hotspur. Below are what Mr. LFS (real name is confidential) has to say about the past, the current, and the future of the London-based club.
1) How’s the summer transfer activity for Spurs
(Tottenham Hotspur)?
This
summer, Spurs has got what they need most in the last 2,3 transfer
windows - a left back. With Spurs has to rely on the inconsistent BAE
(Benoit Assou-Ekotto) and the 'incompetent' Danny Rose, the capture of Ben
Davies could be the perfect solution to our left back problem. Davies'
Swan-mate, Michel Vorm, could offer adequate cover and competition for
Hugo Lloris (or as a replacement in case Hugo decides
to move to a 'bigger' club). Our third summer signing, the up-and-coming
Eric Dier from Sporting Lisbon. 'The new John Terry (or I would prefer
Ledley King)' would seem a fit for Poch’s (Mauricio Pochettino) approach
of nurturing young talent. Personally, I think
we already have a strong side for this coming season but Poch may wants
to add one more star signing in defence and his fellow Argentine, Mateo
Musacchio could be on his way.
2) Do you support the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino? How well do you like his game?
Frankly,
Mauricio Pochettino is not the first name that cross my mind.
Personally I would prefer De Boer but I know it's not easy to lure him
to the WHL. However, it doesn't mean Poch is not the right man for the job.
He had done a wonderful job at Southampton. His fast-paced pressing
game, regime training and youth-focussed approach prove to be his plus
points. If given correct time and space by Levy
to work his approach, he could drives Spurs forward in becoming one of
regular title challengers.
3) How do you feel about Tim Sherwood’s stewardship last season?
I
feel sorry for him. He could not offer much during his time at the WHL
where he claimed that he felt like a 'substitute teacher' when everybody
in the club knew he will not be with the club next season. Nonetheless, his
record did not said so. He recorded the highest 59% winning ratio for
Spurs in top flight compared to other Spurs manager during his 6-month
'substitute' at the WHL. Levy's ego and preference
of big name saw his ability as a manager was not fully exploited.
4) Who is the Spurs player to watch for this upcoming season?
Hugo
Lloris and Super Jan (Jan Vertonghen) might be our star players, but our signing of the
season for last term, Christian Eriksen is the player to watch and
could be one of our best players we have ever produced. His set piece
delivery, his magic touch, work rate and lack of ego prove that he is
one of our best assets.
5) Who is the young Spurs talent to shine this upcoming season?
All
eyes will be on our record signing, Erik Lamela. He is set to bounce
back after disastrous debut season at the Lane. He already scored 3
goals from 4
pre season friendlies and will be more than ready to start our season.
The other young talent to watch is our new signing, Ben Davies.
Pochettino has a good track record in flourishing youth player and
Davies will become a perfect example.
6) Lastly, where will Spurs finish in the league this upcoming season?
Poch
already stated that this coming season will see Spurs focus on
improving their style of play. Therefore, he needs more than 1 season to
build
Spurs to become a title challenger. For the upcoming season, with the bunch
of players we have and Pochettino's tactical approach, a top 5 finish
would be a good target.
#COYS
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