3 players who can now impress Postecoglou at Hotspur Way ahead of weekend match
While many of Tottenham Hotspur’s players are away on international duty, a few remain at the club, using the time to train with manager Ange Postecoglou. This week offers a critical opportunity for several key players to impress the boss and solidify their positions in the squad.
James Maddison, for example, faces an important challenge. After Tottenham’s disappointing defeat to Brighton, the need for leadership within the team has become more evident than ever.
Maddison has been vocal about the need for improvement and how the loss can serve as motivation for the squad moving forward. Now, it’s time for him to back up those words with action.
With the added frustration of another snub at the international level, Maddison is likely eager to prove himself. He has the chance to set an example for his teammates, embodying the qualities that Postecoglou expects from his players.
When the rest of the squad returns, Maddison must be the one to lead by example and help set the tone for a bounce-back performance.
Another player with a significant week ahead is Djed Spence. After Destiny Udogie’s poor showing against Brighton, Spence has an opportunity to stake his claim for a starting spot in the lineup.
Spence has impressed coaches and teammates with his attitude and work ethic throughout the season, and this week provides him with an ideal chance to show that he’s ready for more responsibility.
Every time Spence has played this season, he has looked solid and reliable. With additional time on the training pitch, he can use this week to catch Postecoglou’s attention and make a strong case that he deserves to be trusted with a regular starting role.
Richarlison also has much to prove this week, particularly when it comes to his fitness. The Brazilian forward has struggled with injury problems in recent months, but he is expected to return to full training this week.
This could be a make-or-break period for him. If Richarlison fails to prove his reliability and fitness soon, there’s a real possibility that Tottenham may look to move him on, either in the January transfer window or next summer.
Postecoglou needs dependable players to provide cover for Dominic Solanke, and Richarlison’s injury record has raised questions about whether he can be counted on.
However, Richarlison’s passion and work ethic are undeniable, and if he can regain full fitness and show his hunger in training, he has the chance to remind everyone of his value to the team.
This week of training without the full squad presents a crucial opportunity for these three players to make a lasting impression on Postecoglou. Whether it’s through leadership, performance on the pitch, or proving fitness, each has something to prove before the rest of the team returns from international duty.
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