Hiroki Ito

[THFCSPURS19]

I also signed this guy on my Tottenham career mode last week, I think I should probably list all the players I’ve signed now. Clearly I’m an outstanding scout.

 

[spursfan77]

Been linked a few times havent we, so I'm assuming he is on the list.

This from December https://www.spurs-web.com/spurs-new...entre-back-actually-has-a-26m-release-clause/

This from June 23 https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2023/06/...-postecoglou-now-wants-to-sign-japanese-star/

 

[coy-spurs1882]

looks like a replacement of Davies

 

[GutBucket]

He is left footed but his stats in air are pretty bad. From what I can see in the link:

An issue the Japanese defender suffers occasionally due to his inability to track the flight of the ball during aerial duels. While the ball is in the air, Ito may misjudge the ball and not get the correct contact on the ball, or miss the ball entirely.

https://totalfootballanalysis.com/p...21-2022scout-report-tactical-analysis-tactics

His passing seems to be amazing though.

 

[Hazelton]

He is left footed but his stats in air are pretty bad.

He'll fit right in.

 

[GutBucket]

To be fair Real Madrid won the CL with 2 CBs that are terrible in air, and even worse FBs. But Tchoumeni and Bellingham are great in air plus their GK is great at corners. With the right coaching it could work for us too.

 

[muppetman]

He is left footed but his stats in air are pretty bad. From what I can see in the link:

https://totalfootballanalysis.com/p...21-2022scout-report-tactical-analysis-tactics

His passing seems to be amazing though.

Be like having Davinson back!

 

[Ghost Hardware]

Solid enough, not on the level of Calafiori tho but obviously that ship has sailed as he's going to Juve. Im also not sure this is a position we should necessarily be giving a HG spot to all things considered. I know our options might be limited but IMO non HG spots should go to players that are likely to be regular starters so CF, WF, DM etc.

 

[Hazelton]

Still think it's a shame we didn't go for Lloyd Kelly as LCB/LB backup, homegrown and free.

 

[spursfan77]

Solid enough, not on the level of Calafiori tho but obviously that ship has sailed as he's going to Juve. Im also not sure this is a position we should necessarily be giving a HG spot to all things considered. I know our options might be limited but IMO non HG spots should go to players that are likely to be regular starters so CF, WF, DM etc.

Feels like Ito is the alternative to him, as we have been linked to both for about the same period of time.

 

[JonnySpurs]

Looks like a nice player. I suppose the thinking here is that if we can sign a left footed defender that covers both positions then we're killing 2 birds with 1 stone. Van de Ven showed that he can play LB in Ange's system, albeit differently to Udogie but that's certainly not an issue.

What I notice from the video is that he's a good striker of the ball, shooting, crossing and passing. Doesn't look super quick but certainly isn't slow. Likes to tackle with his right foot, particularly when sliding.

 

[Nick-TopSpursMan]

Still think it's a shame we didn't go for Lloyd Kelly as LCB/LB backup, homegrown and free.

He is constantly injured so it’s a bit pointless having him in the squad.

 

[Nick-TopSpursMan]

Ito looks a good player and is definitely a good option, I do have concerns over his lack of aerial strength though. We’re already so poor in the air.

 

[THFCSPURS19]

 

[npearl4spurs]

Getting strong Romero vibes watching that

 

[Dakes]

But what's his goal scoring record like? We like a goal scoring CB who can chip in when the attackers are not doing the business.

 

[tubbygold]

I want him. Can we have him please?

 

[Snarfalicious]

Obligatory “shirt sales will pay for the transfer itself” post.

 

[Led Revolver]

Still think it's a shame we didn't go for Lloyd Kelly as LCB/LB backup, homegrown and free.

To be honest, we could still bring in Lloyd Kelly as well if Davies leaves. A pacey, left sided defender who can also play full back would be useful as well.

I think a player from the Far East that we’re interested in would’ve been high up on the transfer window bingo card for this summer, certainly.

 

[Coolpudge]

Obligatory “shirt sales will pay for the transfer itself” post.

Was talking to a mate of mine recently and he thinks in the next year or two Spurs will sign another Asian player to replace the marketability of Son. Hope this isn’t what this is and if we want him it’s because of what he can do on the pitch rather then off it.