Connect with us

Uncategorized

Where would Juan Mata fit in at Spurs?

It seems extraordinary that Chelsea would even think about letting their Player of the Year go, but it seems as though life isn’t all that sweet for Juan Mata under Jose Mourinho. There were rumours throughout the summer about the Spaniard’s future, and again when he missed the first few games of the season, but the Express are suggesting that Tottenham will be in with a bid in January to rid him of his Stamford Bridge woes. But where would he fit into an already packed midfield?

Published

on

It seems extraordinary that Chelsea would even think about letting their Player of the Year go, but it seems as though life isn’t all that sweet for Juan Mata under Jose Mourinho. There were rumours throughout the summer about the Spaniard’s future, and again when he missed the first few games of the season, but the Express are suggesting that Tottenham will be in with a bid in January to rid him of his Stamford Bridge woes. But where would he fit into an already packed midfield?

Andre Villas-Boas already has Christian Eriksen, Lewis Holtby and Mousa Dembele who can operate in the central attacking areas. Juan Mata is able to function in any of the three attacking roles behind the forward of the 4-2-3-1 formation, but on the wings the likes of Aaron Lennon, Erik Lamela and Nacer Chadli, so competition is fierce.

For me, Mata is best on the left – cutting in and using his creativity to open up the opposition. The 25-year-old made 95 key passes last season for Chelsea. Chadli has had a good start to life at White Hart Lane but is not in the same bracket as Mata, whereas Lamela is likely to improve every game. There is a long time between now and the new year, but if I was forced to give an answer then I’d say the Spurs front six would look something like this, if Mata made the switch.

——Sandro——-Capoue——

————-Paulinho————–

Lamela————————Mata

————-Soldado—————-

What do you reckon Spurs fans, where would you fit him in?

5 Comments

5 Comments

You must be logged in to post a comment Login

Leave a Reply

Spurs Transfer News

James Maddison of Tottenham Hotspur controls the ball. (Photo by Yong Teck Lim/Getty Images) James Maddison of Tottenham Hotspur controls the ball. (Photo by Yong Teck Lim/Getty Images)
Club12 hours ago

Why Chelsea did not join Tottenham in James Maddison pursuit

Chelsea refused to sign Spurs star James Maddison because he’s over 25 Mauricio Pochettino and Chelsea being resolute in their...

Brennan Johnson prefers a move to Tottenham Hotspur over Chelsea. Brennan Johnson prefers a move to Tottenham Hotspur over Chelsea.
Club2 days ago

Brennan Johnson sends message to Tottenham fans after completing transfer

Brennan Johnson sends message to Tottenham fans Brennan Johnson, the versatile attacker from Nottingham Forest, has officially become one of...

Tottenham Hotspur are showing interest in Juventus sensation Andrea Cambiaso. Tottenham Hotspur are showing interest in Juventus sensation Andrea Cambiaso.
Club2 days ago

Ange Postecoglou sends message to Tottenham’s fringe players

Ange Postecoglou sends message to Tottenham fringe players Tottenham Hotspur are currently experiencing a transitional phase under the leadership of...

Tottenham ace rejects offer to join London rivals on deadline day. Tottenham ace rejects offer to join London rivals on deadline day.
Club3 days ago

Tottenham ace rejects offer to join London rivals on deadline day

Tottenham Hotspur’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg rejects Fulham offer amidst transfer uncertainty In the dramatic world of football transfers, it’s a London...

Tottenham Hotspur star Japhet Tanganga set to join FC Augsburg on loan. Tottenham Hotspur star Japhet Tanganga set to join FC Augsburg on loan.
Club3 days ago

24-year-old Tottenham utility man set for Bundesliga loan

Tottenham Hotspur star Japhet Tanganga set to join FC Augsburg on loan In a recent Twitter update courtesy of the...

Inter Milan want Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tanguy Ndombele on loan. Inter Milan want Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tanguy Ndombele on loan.
Club4 days ago

Inter Milan eye loan deal for 26-year-old Tottenham Hotspur midfield star

Inter Milan want Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tanguy Ndombele on loan Tottenham Hotspur star Tanguy Ndombele is attracting interest from Inter...

Aston Villa set to sign Tottenham Hotspur target Clement Lenglet from Barcelona. Aston Villa set to sign Tottenham Hotspur target Clement Lenglet from Barcelona.
Club4 days ago

Aston Villa set to land 28-year-old Barcelona ace amidst Tottenham interest

Aston Villa set to sign Tottenham Hotspur target Clement Lenglet from Barcelona Premier League rivals Aston Villa are set to...

Atletico Madrid propose loan with obligation to buy deal for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. Atletico Madrid propose loan with obligation to buy deal for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
Club4 days ago

La Liga giants propose loan and buy offer for Tottenham midfield ace

Atletico Madrid propose loan with obligation to buy deal for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg Tottenham Hotspur have been presented...

Tottenham Hotspur are in a tense situation surrounding Eric Dier. Tottenham Hotspur are in a tense situation surrounding Eric Dier.
Club4 days ago

Newcastle United show interest in securing the services of veteran Tottenham defensive star

Newcastle United are keen on Tottenham Hotspur defender Eric Dier Premier League rivals Newcastle United are keen on signing Eric...

Brighton & Hove Albion close to Tottenham Hotspur target and Barcelona forward Ansu Fati signing. Brighton & Hove Albion close to Tottenham Hotspur target and Barcelona forward Ansu Fati signing.
Club4 days ago

Brighton beat Tottenham to the signing of dynamic Barcelona attacker

Brighton & Hove Albion close to Tottenham Hotspur target and Barcelona forward Ansu Fati signing Tottenham Hotspur target and Barcelona...