A Premier League debut against Liverpool, a one-on-one duel with one of the quickest wingers around and playing in three different positions, Japhet Tanganga has faced some stern tests already in his Tottenham career.
But none tougher than today, playing at left-back against the feared right-sided Man City trio of Kyle Walker, Kevin De Bruyne and Riyad Mahrez.
And yet again he passed the test, with flying colours.
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Four clearances, three interceptions, one block, fourteen duels won and Mahrez hooked 20 minutes from time. The kid just gets better and better.
These Spurs fans on Twitter think we’ve got a star on our hands.
The 20-year-old’s performance is even more impressive when you consider he is playing in his third-best position. Jose Mourinho has emphasized how important Ben Davies will be to his system, but the Welshman may have some trouble winning back his place on the left when he is passed fit.
Tanganga 39. I’m off to get ma’ shirt…printed!
