Tottenham Hotspur will be taking on Frankfurt in the all-deciding second leg of the Europa League quarter-finals this Thursday, and the scouts of the North Londoners would be keeping a keen eye on one player from their German opponents squad during the game – Hugo Larsson. The 20-year-old midfielder has been showcasing his talent in the German top tier this campaign, and his performances have led multiple Premier League clubs, including the North Londoners (per SportBILD via SportWitness, to be interested in his services. When the sides rub shoulders in the mid-week, it will give Ange Postecoglou & his side an opportunity to monitor him closely as he showcases his talent on a larger stage.

Larsson can impact Frankfurt vs Tottenham massively

Larsson is a talented midfielder who is an integral part of Eintracht Frankfurt’s squad and we have seen his capabilities to control the midfield, complemented by his vision and passing range that made him a standout performer in the German top tier. And the second leg against the English heavyweights is not just another game for Larsson; it is an audition that could end up defining his career trajectory. With the first leg ending in a 1-1 draw, the stakes going into the second leg are high, and a strong performance could solidify his reputation and possibly urge the Lilywhites’ chairman Daniel Levy to make a move for him. Tottenham do have a history of nurturing young talents, and given the current project at N17, he could well be a key component in the middle of the park.

When you look at him, he is someone who dictates the pace of the game from the middle of the park, which is why containing the space in which he receives and releases the balls is important. He has the ability to keep the ball at his feet and provide those press-aiding passes owing to the vision that he possesses. And then comes his grind; he does track back and helps defensively, making him an all-around presence in the middle of the park.

Ange will have to contain his influence…

Given the fact that the North Londoners have been looking at Larsson, Ange Postecoglou would definitely be aware of the capacity that he possesses, and the Australian head coach will have to consider putting in a plan that can limit his influence on the game. Possibly, putting a marker close to him could be a solution. This way he will have to grind out the space, and he may find it difficult to walk into dangerous zones on the pitch. Another option could be forcing a fast press on him (almost like counter pressing) every time he receives the game – forcing him into making a decision sooner rather than later. – this way he will also find it difficult to settle into a rhythm.

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That being said, this is an audition for the 20-year-old; we have seen how Daniel Levy is looking to bring in highly acclaimed young players to the squad at N17, and if he were to prove his credentials, the Swedish international could be the long-term solution that the Lilywhites have been looking for in the middle of the park.