Xavi Simons won’t get what he wants at Tottenham after Lucas Bergvall developments
Xavi Simons may have thought that a Tottenham place was his after his impressive debut against West Ham.
However, after a handful more games, the Netherlands international is realising that it might not be so straightforward.
Simons started as a substitute against Bodo/Glimt, having failed to make an impact in a poor showing against Wolves.
Indeed, Simons’ move to North London may never take off because of what Lucas Bergvall has been doing for the Lilywhites.
Lucas Bergvall to force Xavi Simons out wide at Tottenham
Thomas Frank has fielded Simons on the left on several occasions already this season, and it is something that he may continue to do.
Indeed, supporters and even wannabe Tottenham owner Brookyln Earick have called for Simons to play centrally.
Now, iconic football commentator Ian Darke – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – has highlighted why the 22-year-old may have to make do on the left.
“I thought with Bergvall, the moment I saw him in the Tottenham shirt last season, he looked like a good player,” Darke said.
“He’s an eye-catching talent, and he went from strength to strength last season and became an important player for Tottenham.
“So I think he holds on to that shirt, and Simons will probably have to make do with the place on the left side for the time being.”
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Is Xavi Simons really a better player in the middle?
Simons frustrated Spurs supporters with his lacklustre display against Wolves, but was that really because of his position?
Yes, there is a strong case for the Dutchman to play centrally, but he could not even do the basics right against Vitor Pereira’s side.
While it is difficult to judge his Tottenham spell just yet, a look at his numbers does support the argument that he should be shifted into the middle.
- Simons has 36 goal contributions in 61 appearances from the left
- He has 38 in 49 appearances in a central attacking role
However, Darke is right because if Bergvall continues to perform and Brennan Johnson continues to flounder, then Simons will have to stay put out wide.
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