Rio Ferdinand sends message as Tottenham star mocks ex-teammate after win vs Doncaster
Thomas Frank has enjoyed a dazzling start to his Tottenham career after taking the leap from Brentford.
The Lilywhites have been battling on all fronts, with three Premier League wins from five and a victory in their opening Champions League tie.
Spurs made easy work of Doncaster Rovers in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, advancing with a 3-0 victory on home soil.
Indeed, one player has flourished under Frank, and now Rio Ferdinand has offered him some encouraging words.
Rio Ferdinand praises Tottenham defender Djed Spence
Frank rotated his Spurs team against League One opposition, but several first-team regulars still started.
Pedro Porro, Joao Palhinha, and Spence were all named in the Dane’s lineup alongside a host of fringe players.
The latter has enjoyed a phenomenal time on the pitch of late and has continued his significant development under Frank.
Spence started at left-back against Doncaster, pitching up against his on-loan team-mate Damola Ajayi, who played as Donny’s right-winger.
- The 25-year-old played 75 minutes
- He won one of his four ground duels
- Completed 85 per cent of his passes
Ajayi was eligible to face Tottenham, with Frank describing it as “a great opportunity for him”.
After the game, Spence shared an amusing post on Instagram with several images, including one of Ajayi behind bars.
His post said: “I’m sorry Lil bro. Welcome to the penitentiary. GODSPEED.”
Ferdinand commented, “Confidence on 100,” followed by an applause emoji.
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The only way is up for Djed Spence under Thomas Frank
Spence is proving his detractors wrong at Tottenham, having come under intense scrutiny throughout his career.
The defender always had talent, but Neil Warnock and Antonio Conte have been among his harshest critics over the years.
However, the 25-year-old is now living up to his early potential and is deservedly gaining more praise than criticism.
Spence received his first England start in early September against Serbia, becoming the first muslim to represent the Three Lions.
For Spurs, the left-back has been the go-to man and is currently ahead of Destiny Udogie, who has suffered his injury struggles.
If he carries on producing the same level of performances, then Spence can only expect great success in the years to come.
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