Spurs fans on Twitter have been discussing Japhet Tanganga and his role with the north London club.
A Spursy Podcast asked fans for their opinions on the young centre-back, who has burst onto the scene with the Lilywhites this season. The 21-year-old made his Premier League debut against Liverpool and impressed despite the 1-0 defeat, earning a 7.38 rating for his performance.
Since then, the defender has gone on to make a further five appearances in the Premier League; averaging a 7.00 rating for his performances in the top-flight. The youngster has also featured as a right-back and left-back in his appearances for Jose Mourinho’s side.
Do you think Tanganga will still be a regular next season?
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A sample of tweets from Spurs fans discussing Tanganga can be seen in the tweets below.
A breath of fresh air. Quality player and good attitude. Hope to see him at CB for years to come.
— Rob Ford (@FordRob10) April 23, 2020
Looks absolutely quality. Still some work to do but could be a superstar, and seems to have a sensible head on those shoulders.
— Joe (@Joe_DMB) April 23, 2020
Imo best player this season show he has the commitment to wear the shirt with pride, his performances have been easily 8 out 10 played across the back 4 looks comfortable can I say perhaps our new ledley king & future captain of the club
— Ron Cooley (@HouseRabbit21) April 23, 2020
The one positive of the season and the one positive Mourinho has done. Looks a genuine talent.
— Dan (@hicksydan) April 23, 2020
Looked great first few games poor the rest. Needs experience but already looks twice the player Sanchez is.
— Philip (@philip_thfc) April 23, 2020
He is exciting. For me, he has been the best defender on the pitch every time he has played. Hope he gets a lot more games.
— Scott Clay (@scotthclay) April 23, 2020
Our best centre back for me, he has so much potential to be great
— Harry C (@HazSpur92) April 23, 2020
These Spurs fans seem to be in agreement that Tanganga has impressed this season and has the potential to be a quality player for the Lilywhites.
What do we think?
Tanganga’s emergence as a first-team player could be ideal timing for the North London club, considering Jan Vertonghen could leave the Lilywhites this summer when his contract expires. However, the 21-year-old’s disappointing performance in their last fixture against RB Leipzig suggests that he still has a lot to learn.