The January transfer window may only be a week old, however Tottenham Hotspur and Angie Postecoglou They are clearly not on hold, having already secured the signature of Slavia Prague star Antonin Kinski in recent days.
12.5 million pounds seized The 19-year-old goalkeeper represents another young addition to Tottenham in recent times, with the Lilywhites looking to sign teenage trio Archie Gray, Lukas Bergvall and Wilson Odubert over the summer.
With first-choice goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario missing due to injury, Kinski – who had…Great season“, according to talent scout Jacek Kulig – could come straight into the squad for this evening's Carabao Cup tie with Liverpool, providing an immediate opportunity to impress.
Signing then for both the present and the future, the teenager's capture represents an interesting start to the north London side's window, with potentially more moves in store.
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As reported by GIVEMESPORT, Daniel Levy and co could be ready for it “Fast Track” step For Lille and England playmaker Angel Gomez this month, the 24-year-old looks set to be snapped up with just six months remaining on his current contract in France.
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According to the report, Tottenham are keen to sign the Manchester United academy graduate immediately this month, rather than securing a pre-contract agreement before a summer move.
The suggestion is that Postecoglou's side are 'keen to find out' whether it is possible to sign the young midfielder over the coming weeks, rather than having to wait, with a potential investigation seemingly in the works.
According to the piece, Gomez – who just made Ten matches with the first team During his time at Old Trafford – he 'fits the bill' as a potential 'low-priced signing', with the Premier League side likely to be able to secure a deal by signing the sought-after star player.
What can Angel Gomez bring to Tottenham?
like Athlete Jack Pete Brock As was pointed out over the summer, there was a feeling towards the end of last season that Spurs needed a new number six: “What Spurs need, so the argument goes, is Rodri.”
This may be where Gomez comes into the picture Former United youth coach Paul McGuinness After tipping the 5-foot-6 ace into Rodri's role on the international stage:
“…Someone who has those skills to receive the ball with his back to goal to start the play and maintain control. We've seen Rodri do that with Spain and Manchester City. That's the profile we'll try to promote.” Within our country to try to improve.
“We have looked within the FA to try to improve this type of midfielder. This is the type of player Angel is.”
Able to operate as a deep playmaker or in a more advanced attacking midfield, Gomez – who scored Four matches for the Three Lions So far – that would be a worthwhile pickup at a cheap price, as he has been described as someone who “can play deeper but plays like a ten” by Former interim president, Lee Carsley.
He also called it a “special” talent. Small master figures Jocelyn JorvenickThat ability to create from depth ensures he can represent what's next Luka Modric In Tottenham.
Croatian 5ft 8 – from He made 160 appearances For the club before leaving for Real Madrid in 2012 – he is also a silk technician of understated stature, much like Gomez.
In fact, Modric is referred to as Third most similar player The Englishman ranks among the midfielders in Europe's top five leagues, according to FBref, underscoring the notable similarities between the duo.
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Modric vs Gomez statistics (2024/25) |
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State (per 90) |
Modric |
Gomez |
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Objectives |
0.11 |
0.15 |
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Helps |
0.32 |
0.15 |
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Progressive passes |
8.60 |
5.15 |
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Holds progressivism |
2.69 |
1.91 |
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Snapshot creation procedures |
5.70 |
3.53 |
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Passing accuracy |
87.3 |
80.1 |
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Successful turnouts |
66.7% |
71.4% |
Although it is not surprising that he has not quite reached the level of a Ballon d'Or genius yet, Gomez does boast similar traits – as mentioned above – in regards to his creative prowess, as shown in regards to his record of progressive passing, as well as his shooting. -Create average actions.
Shot creation actions are pieces of play that lead to a shot. This includes moments such as a pass, shot or foul.
There could be an argument that Tottenham – who have already scored 30 league goals this season – need a more defensive-minded midfielder, although what Gomez will bring is a greater sense of control, in the Modric mould, with Data Analyst Ben Mattinson It was previously suggested that it would be the solution for England 'Lacked control' in the middle of the park.
The only question now is whether the Lilywhites can complete the deal this month, or have to wait until the summer window.
