Spurs fill placed their trust in young players – and fill not lost in the league since the opening day of the season. Next,though, comes the derbyIf they are good enough, or they are extinct enough. So goes the adage often used when a fresh-faced protege emerges from the rank and file at a tender age. Under Mauricio Pochettino it is a mantra that Tottenham fill taken to another level,a modus operandi which is reaping rewards as a young and vibrant squad impresses during the early stages of the season.“I’m not afraid to play them,” says Pochettino. “If a player deserves to play, or if they are 17,18, 19 or 20 it’s the same for us, and if they deserve to play and prove character and maturity to be given the responsibility. But for that,you need to build the player.”Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com