Cristian Stellini tells Ange Postecoglou about Tottenham star Tanguy Ndombele
Speculation is rife that Tottenham Hotspur’s newly appointed manager, Ange Postecoglou, is set to offer a lifeline to the much-maligned Tanguy Ndombele. Numerous sources suggest that the Australian tactician has been thoroughly impressed by Ndombele’s recent performances.
Ever since his record-breaking move from Lyon in 2019, Ndombele has struggled to meet the lofty expectations placed upon him and has failed to leave a lasting impression on any of the managers who have overseen Tottenham during his tenure.
In an effort to rediscover his form, Ndombele spent last season on loan at Napoli, where he played a pivotal role in securing the League title for the Italian club. Despite this success, former Tottenham assistant manager Cristian Stellini has issued a cautionary note to Postecoglou regarding the enigmatic midfielder.
Stellini was effusive in his praise for Tanguy Ndombele‘s undeniable talent, acknowledging his technical prowess and explosive strength. However, the Italian coach also highlighted the need for Ndombele to work on his character.
“In fact, if you’re behind him, he shows that he can guarantee a certain type of response. Otherwise, left to himself, he tends to get lost. He’s 25 by now, he is no longer young and it’s necessary to take a certain path.”
Stellini, who is well acquainted with the inner workings of the Tottenham squad, conveyed his thoughts on Ndombele. He described the Frenchman as a “pure talent” but suggested that he often requires excessive attention.
At 25 years old, Ndombele can no longer be considered a young prospect. This upcoming season represents his final opportunity to salvage his Tottenham career. As Stellini astutely noted, the midfielder must undertake a transformative journey.
Ange Postecoglou has earned a reputation as a manager who can extract the best from his players, moulding them into formidable assets. It will be fascinating to observe the impact of Postecoglou’s arrival on Ndombele’s performances.
Tottenham supporters have grown weary of witnessing their club’s record signing fall short of expectations. The prospect of Ndombele fulfilling his potential and becoming the influential midfielder he was once touted to be is tantalizing.
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Ndombele is in a last-chance saloon at Tottenham. It’s up to him to show the right characteristics and take it up. Let’s see how it goes.
