Spurs fans were full of praise for Giovani Lo Celso after his excellent display against Norwich City on Wednesday night.
The Argentinian was a threat throughout the game against Daniel Farke’s side and earned an impressive 7.85 rating for his performance. It was the 23-year-old’s third consecutive start under Jose Mourinho and the on-loan Betis man looks to reaping the benefits of regular game-time, as he produced another strong display.
Spurs signed Lo Celso on loan during the summer but he struggled for game time under previous manager Mauricio Pochettino after injuring his hip on international duty earlier in the season. It was unclear whether he would be able to establish himself under Mourinho, but his recent performances, such as the one against Norwich, have suggested that his signing may yet prove to be an excellent one.
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Reaction from Spurs fans to Lo Celso’s impressive performance can be seen in the tweets below.
Lo Celso pulling the strings yet again in the build up to that goal. Very impressive display from him tonight #THFC
— COYS.com (@COYS_com) January 22, 2020
Lo Celso excellent tonight, getting better every game. #THFC #TOTNOR
— Rob Bettles (@Rob_Bettles26) January 22, 2020
Lo Celso bossed it tonight nothing much more to say He’s going to be our little magician in the months ahead #THFC #COYS
— jason snell (@Jasonsnell17) January 22, 2020
Lo Celso is a serious baller! He dragged us over the line tonight
— Deano (@D_wolf29) January 22, 2020
A couple of fans even compared the midfielder to former Spurs star Luka Modric, who made 160 appearances for the Lilywhites, producing 17 goals and 27 assists in the process.
Lo Celso… Reminds me of Modric.. Clever.. smart.. Quick..
Got real Madrid in 4 years written all over him..
— ° ????????? (@SpursKS) January 22, 2020
Ok I’ve said it …
lo Celso will be a better player than modric was for spurs! Honestly the little magician #locelso #THFC #Spurs #Tottenham #COYS pic.twitter.com/f32nGQFxhI— G1smith (@g1smith_0) January 22, 2020
This boy is going to be world class. Everything about him is exciting to watch.
Unlike some other “creative” midfielder we have Lo Celso actually delivers set pieces and challenges the opposition.
Has a big future with us #COYS #THFC
— Daniel Woodley (@dwoodley1990) January 22, 2020
Tell you what though, that Lo Celso permanent deal needs wrapping up ASAP – He was pulling the strings tonight, fantastic little player! #THFC
— John Hall (@JohnHall1985) January 22, 2020
Giovani Lo Celso is our best player, and Levy you need to sign him permanently NOW. Fast becoming my favourite Spurs player #THFC #COYS #TOTNOR
— Daniel Scholz (@dscholzy) January 22, 2020
These Spurs fans clearly enjoyed Lo Celso’s performance, with many hoping that the club can wrap up his permanent signing this month.
What do we think?
Lo Celso, who is valued at £45 million (as per Transfermarkt), produced a very impressive performance against Norwich and if he keeps it up, there’s no reason why Spurs shouldn’t bring him in on a permanent deal this month as their long-term successor to the outgoing Christian Eriksen.