But of course we are interested in different players – that is our job.
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Spurs made several formal attempts to try and sign Saido Berahino from West Brom, including multiple bids on transfer deadline day, but were knocked back every time.
Clinton N’Jie and Son Heung-min arrived from Lyon and Bayer Leverkusen respectively during the summer, but neither is considered an out-and-out striker.
Tottenham, who finished fifth last season, are very much in the running for a top-four finish in the Premier League this campaign.
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has spoken of his delight at how quickly Toby Alderweireld has settled in this season.
“We have offensive players who can play like Harry”, he told a press conference. “This is why I’m very happy here, because I find very good people, with the staff, and with Daniel we have a very good relationship”.
Even ahead of the incident, Townsend has found it very hard to retain a regular role in the squad, making only three substitute appearances in the Premier League so far.
The Argentine said Spurs would be without Ryan Mason for the visit to 13th-placed West Brom, but revealed that the ankle injury the midfielder picked up against Chelsea last weekend was not serious. “We have a talented group and we want to improve, to play better, and win these types of games”.
Spurs’ impressive start to the season has been based not on the purchase of any marquee summer signings but instead on a foundation of a young squad willing to osmose Pochettino’s vision of a high-energy, imposing playing style. It is important we find someone who is very specific. The only difference between the two is that Mourinho often has access to world class players, and Pulis has mostly cast-offs and also-rans.
West Brom’s good form will ensure Tottenham take them seriously when the north London club visit The Hawthorns, Mousa Dembele has said.
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Tottenham Hotspur are unbeaten in 13 league games – their best run in the Premier League and their best run in the top-flight since March 1985 (14 games).
