In the winter transfer window, things were boiling well at Tottenham. Thomas Frank and the Spurs players headed for relegation battle. A veteran like Andy Robertson was supposed to be tempted to sign in January, but the Scot had decided to end the nine-year period by completing his contract. Frank disappeared, Tottenham made it in the Premier League. On Friday, the London club was able to applaud Robertson as a new Tottenham player.
The 32-year-old had plenty of offers outside of England, but wanted to stay in the Premier League. This suited Roberto de Zerbi and Spurs perfectly. The left-back, who has cracked the codes in the Premier League, will now help Tottenham start their climb back to the top of the table.
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Tottenham’s Danish sporting director, Johan Lange, speaks about the signing that brings wide smiles to the Spurs management and De Zerbi.
-We are very happy to welcome Andy to the club. First and foremost, he is an excellent left-back – one of the best in Premier League history – and a player who will strengthen our squad. In addition, throughout his career, he has shown his quality, character and leadership skills, while at the same time fighting for and winning the biggest titles. Andy’s professionalism and dedication will also be invaluable to the development of our squad, and he shares our ambition and determination to bring success back to the club,” the sporting director told the club’s website.
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