Full-back has become a key component in Postecoglou’s system and Spurs could suffer without him in the derby
By Ben McAleer for WhoScored
When it was confirmed over the weekend that Destiny Udogie would sit out the rest of the season, Tottenham supporters were understandably devastated. The Italian has enjoyed a whirlwind debut campaign at Spurs following his loan spell with Udinese last season, consolidating a first-team spot and becoming a key player for Ange Postecoglou’s side.
Yes, the form has dipped in recent weeks, though that may be symptomatic of a wider problem with Spurs, but he’s nailed down the starting left-back role. In short, to lose Udogie with matches against Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City looming is a disaster. Much of that is down to how Spurs play. With the full-backs granted license to push forwards, the Italian helps to bulk out the midfield, thus granting his attacking teammates freedom to hurt opponents.
Continue reading…Full-back has become a key component in Postecoglou’s system and Spurs could suffer without him in the derbyBy Ben McAleer for WhoScoredWhen it was confirmed over the weekend that Destiny Udogie would sit out the rest of the season, Tottenham supporters were understandably devastated. The Italian has enjoyed a whirlwind debut campaign at Spurs following his loan spell with Udinese last season, consolidating a first-team spot and becoming a key player for Ange Postecoglou’s side.Yes, the form has dipped in recent weeks, though that may be symptomatic of a wider problem with Spurs, but he’s nailed down the starting left-back role. In short, to lose Udogie with matches against Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City looming is a disaster. Much of that is down to how Spurs play. With the full-backs granted license to push forwards, the Italian helps to bulk out the midfield, thus granting his attacking teammates freedom to hurt opponents. Continue reading…
