Tottenham confirm the signing of Joe Hart
Tottenham Hotspur have completed the second signing of the summer transfer window, as Joe Hart has joined the club on a two-year contract, it has been confirmed on the official website.
The 33-year-old had been a free agent after terminating his contract with Burnley. And now, Spurs have signed him up on a free transfer, with the former England international penning a contract till the summer of 2022. (h/t TottenhamHotspur.com)
Hart hasn’t had the best of times since leaving Manchester City. The veteran Englishman had troubled spells at Torino and West Ham, while he didn’t see a lot of playing time during his stint with Burnley. However, he is confident that he has plenty left to offer at this level. (h/t TottenhamHotspur.com)
“Firstly, I just want to say thank you to the Club for seeing something in me. It’s been a difficult couple of years for me personally on the football field, but I feel I’ve got so much to give, I feel like I’ve got a lot of quality, a lot in the bank”
Hart becomes the second player to join us this summer, following the arrival of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Southampton.
We are delighted to announce the signing of Joe Hart on a contract until 2022! 🙌 #THFC ⚪️ #COYS
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) August 18, 2020
Given his experience and proven pedigree, Hart should be a fine option as far as backup goalkeepers go. His wealth of experience and leadership ought to rub off on the young players in the squad, while he is also more than capable of stepping in should Hugo Lloris pick up an injury.
Fans took to social media to express their views on the signing and here are some of the reactions from the Tottenham supporters.
Fan Reactions
BEST BACK UP KEEPER IN THE LEAGUE!
— Andrew (@Datey11) August 18, 2020
Good signing. Welcome Joe 👊👏 #THFC
— ShropshireSpurs01 (@jonnylam21) August 18, 2020
Great move for everyone involved. Will help our youngsters and the homegrown percentage
— Mario ♛ (@noTaiGaa) August 18, 2020
The rival fans really don’t understand, he gives us room to get more foreign players, brings experience and strong mentality and we need a 3rd choice keeper
— Jorvs (@jorvstweets) August 18, 2020
Great now announce #Dybala pic.twitter.com/f0vpnfAmls
— RobboJNR (@RobboJNR_) August 18, 2020
Welcome to Spurs Joe.
We’re getting:
– His experience of winning ✅
– A former captain ✅
– Another for homegrown quota ✅
– Competition for reserve goalie ✅
Good business— It all seems a bit trivial now (@MattyFrench82) August 18, 2020
To be honest all Joe needs is confidence. When he has it hes top keeper. Even When PEP came in Joe played well just Pep hated he had no footwork
— MLGMickey (@SoftieNamedG) August 18, 2020
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Smart sensible move 👏🏼 Welcome Joe
— 🇮🇱 (@N17Yids_) August 18, 2020
José believes in you Joe, unlike Pep
— Shamit (@SHAMITTHFC) August 18, 2020
