It's been a little over a year and a half since then Angie Postecoglou Take charge Tottenham HotspurTo say that a lot has happened in that period would be a gross understatement.
The Australian started like a house on fire and led the team to the top of the standings Premier League Ten games into his tenure, but since then, the league standard in North London has been poor and, as it stands now, They find themselves in twelfth place.
However, there have been encouraging signs, from their scintillating style of football to their defiant confidence against the best teams in the country and, most importantly, they currently lead Liverpool 1-0 heading into the second leg. League Cup Semi-final.
Tottenham is competing in the League Cup |
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circular |
They will oppose |
a result |
Third round |
Coventry City (A) |
2-1(w) |
Round of 16 |
Manchester City (home) |
2-1(w) |
Quarter-finals |
Manchester United (home) |
4-3(w) |
Semi-final (first leg) |
Liverpool (h) |
1-0(w) |
So, while things haven't been perfect, there have been enough signs to suggest that the Lilywhites are on the right track, although that will continue into next season and overtake the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea. Daniel Levy The staff will need to bring in the right players to assist the manager.
Fortunately, recent reports have linked the club with the England international who could be available on a free in the summer and he has won over comparisons with the incredible player. Martin Odegaard.
Tottenham Hotspur are chasing the England international
According to a recent report from a journalist transfer Dean Jones on the Ranks FC podcastTottenham are interested in Los Angeles star Lael Angel Gomez.
Speaking on the podcast, Jones revealed that the north Londoners are “looking” at central midfielders and strikers this month and that the former Manchester United player is one of the players they are keen on signing.
The Englishman's contract is set to run Ends in summer The transfer expert claimed the club are trying to convince him to join for free.
However, he also revealed that there is a chance something could happen this month, with his contract situation potentially preventing the French side from demanding too much.
Overall, while signing Gomez this month could be an option, it seems very likely that he will move on a free in the summer, and given his amazing ability, it would be an exciting coup for Tottenham, especially as he has won comparisons with the equally exciting Odegaard.
How does Gomez compare to Odegaard?
Well, before we get into some of the other reasons why Spurs should go out and sign Gomez this year, let's examine this comparison with Odegaard and where it comes from. Although the fans may not like him, he is a great midfielder.
Well, that It stems primarily from FBrefwhich compares players in similar positions in Europe's top five leagues, the Champions League and Europa League, then creates a list of the ten most comparable players for each, and in this case, concludes that the Norwegian is the fifth most similar midfielder to the Englishman during Past 365 days.
The best way to see where this comparison comes from is to look at the key metrics in which the pair rank closely, including, but not limited to, non-penalty expected goals, assists, progressive passes conceded, and crosses into the box. Winning tackles and more, all per 90.
Gomez and Odegaard |
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Statistics per 90 |
Gomez |
Odegaard |
Expected goals other than penalty kicks |
0.13 |
0.15 |
Progressive passes received |
5.88 |
5.93 |
Helps |
0.15 |
0.18 |
Cross into the penalty area |
0.29 |
0.27 |
Tackles won |
0.59 |
0.53 |
Drawn errors |
1.18 |
1.15 |
All stats via FBref For the 24/25 league season |
On top of the statistical similarities between the pair, they both also occupy similar roles in that they contribute to their team's attack but are not playmakers, instead acting as hybrid eights who are involved in practically all phases of play.
However, while comparisons to one of the Premier League's leading midfielders are certainly reason enough to sign someone, the former Manchester United star could also bring his experience to the team.
For example, “incredible“The talent, as described by Statman Dave, has now performed admirably in the Portuguese and French leagues and is now a regular in the England national team, having won four caps since September, two of which came from the start.
Ultimately, Tottenham will need to bring in more and more talent over the coming years to help Postecoglou achieve their lofty goals, and signing Gomez for a nominal fee this month or for free in the summer seems a complete no-brainer.