Player Watch Player Watch: Giovani Lo Celso

[Shadydan]

I bet that comment about having to wait 10 years for a trophy didn't help morale

That quote in hindsight was a bit mental.

 

[Gb160]

I am in awe that Sky Sports managed to find a ketted up Spurs-supporting queen on his way back from the local sauna (don't ask) willing to deliver sassy soundbites on Tottenham High Road at 9 in the morning tbh

He was brilliant, he deserves his own show.

 

[McFlash]

He was brilliant, he deserves his own show.

Spursfan TV?!

 

[rossdapep]

I hope he takes to Gio

I'd be very surprised if he didn't. People seem to be putting him in the 'Joe Cole' bracket rather than the 'Sneijder/Ozil' bracket.

I saw Lo Celso live in the Copa America and he's a grafter.

That's why I'm so optimistic. We have no Pogba Martial Hazard types who just want to showboat and show how good they are. We have players who understand hard work before the talent.

 

[Wilsy]

I remember earlier in the season whilst Jose was doing punditry he named Lo Celso and Ndombele as two quality signings, I can't find the exact quote but there was an article posted on the Express website which touches on this.

Hopefully this indicates he's liked what he's seen so far from them (which I think the majority of the fan base agrees with) and is willing to give them both big roles in the squad.

 

[dtxspurs]

I remember earlier in the season whilst Jose was doing punditry he named Lo Celso and Ndombele as two quality signings, I can't find the exact quote but there was an article posted on the Express website which touches on this.

Hopefully this indicates he's liked what he's seen so far from them (which I think the majority of the fan base agrees with) and is willing to give them both big roles in the squad.

He's made it work with plenty of #10 types before, Di Maria, Sneijder, Ozil, Oscar, Fabregas. Surely Lo Celso has enough fire in him defensively that it will be fine.

 

[Gspurs11]

I'd be very surprised if he didn't. People seem to be putting him in the 'Joe Cole' bracket rather than the 'Sneijder/Ozil' bracket.

I saw Lo Celso live in the Copa America and he's a grafter.

That's why I'm so optimistic. We have no Pogba Martial Hazard types who just want to showboat and show how good they are. We have players who understand hard work before the talent.

Thanks for the perspective and I put you right

 

[fishhhandaricecake]

Im

I'm not saying who it was for obvious reasons. As I've posted all along though. There has been no big fallings out, and I'm sure the bulk of the players still love him as a person and for he's done for them.

There is a difference though in that and not being willing to continue with what's going on football wise. Remember quite a few of these players have gone through the bulk of this 5 year plan which was seeing progress to find out there is another long term plan in order to get any pots on board. Not only that but the way they are being asked to play in this new project is different to what was clearly working before. Players careers are short, and for the top players it's easy to move on to a team that's already at the top of the game trophy wise. It's not like they didn't like him, they just stopped believing, and had he stayed certain player(s) would have asked to leave.

I'll leave it at that.

Spot on.

And Jose has come in at basically the perfect time.

 

[danielneeds]

I'd be very surprised if he didn't. People seem to be putting him in the 'Joe Cole' bracket rather than the 'Sneijder/Ozil' bracket.

I saw Lo Celso live in the Copa America and he's a grafter.

That's why I'm so optimistic. We have no Pogba Martial Hazard types who just want to showboat and show how good they are. We have players who understand hard work before the talent.

Actually a player that Lo Celso reminds me of a lot is Oscar, a guy who Jose absolutely loved.

 

[Ghost Hardware]

I hope he gets a start on Tuesday, I understand why Jose brought on Eriksen today but really, Celso has to be above him in the pecking order.

 

[G Ron]

When did he get back from international duty? I’m wondering if that could be the reason he was an unused sub today.

 

[gavspur]

When did he get back from international duty? I’m wondering if that could be the reason he was an unused sub today.

Not sure when, but I’m sure he’s been in every training video since Jose was announced.

 

[ardiles]

I hope he gets a start on Tuesday, I understand why Jose brought on Eriksen today but really, Celso has to be above him in the pecking order.

I think Jose wanted to be fair to all the players and give each of them a chance to show their worth. Looks like Eriksen failed his audition.

After his performance yesterday, I’m not expecting Eriksen to see much game time with us from now on.

 

[dondo]

Based on the formation and players picked yesterday where does GLC fit in?
Can only really see him as a no 10 or wide right in the 4231 formation we played yesterday and the way Lucas and Dele played he could be in for a spell on the bench for now

 

[Tottenhamboy85]

Could see us trying to get out of this purchase now.
Reckon Mourinho would rather spend the money put aside towards a defender

 

[DanielJohnCosta]

Could see us trying to get out of this purchase now.
Reckon Mourinho would rather spend the money put aside towards a defender

would be his first mistake if i'm honest
put him just behind Ndombele for our most talented midfielders

 

[JR1994]

Based on the formation and players picked yesterday where does GLC fit in?
Can only really see him as a no 10 or wide right in the 4231 formation we played yesterday and the way Lucas and Dele played he could be in for a spell on the bench for now

Think we’ll change tactics and formation quite a bit depending on the opposition. Yesterday worked to expose Rice as the lone CDM. Against teams who have 2 CDMs we'll change And there won’t be as much space for Lucas to run into. Regarding that formation Lo Celso could play inside right or number 10. Can also play where winks did be a deep play maker if he has Dier in next to him. He’ll be more than fine! He’s also just come back from injury so didn’t expect him to start. José mentioned on Sky about all our summer signings being top players so he’ll rate him IMO.

 

[rossdapep]

I think Jose's primary goal (rightfully) was to bring some familiarity back to the team. Familiarity that gets the best out of Kane and Alli.

It's no coincidence Alli was bigger up by Jose, he's looking to get the big guns firing first as they are the core of the team.

Once that's established then Lo Celso can play his part and get his chance to show what he can do.

Look at the spine yesterday.

Toby
Dier
Winks
Alli
Kane

English players or players who've been critical in our progress.

Get the best out of them first, then add the others gradually.

 

[JR1994]

Could see us trying to get out of this purchase now.
Reckon Mourinho would rather spend the money put aside towards a defender

Pretty sure ITK stated there’s a clause that if we get European football the transfer has to happen. The loan was just a way for Betis to not pay PSG as much money

 

[Tottenhamboy85]

Pretty sure ITK stated there’s a clause that if we get European football the transfer has to happen. The loan was just a way for Betis to not pay PSG as much money

Depends who you want to believe tbh

Seen it’s compulsory if we get CL football but a option if not, but also seen it’s compulsory no matter what.