Tottenham ‘forced to rue transfer errors’ after what has happened elsewhere
Tottenham’s poor decision-making when it comes to player recruitment has been the topic of several conversations for some time now.
The current campaign has not been a good one for Tottenham, and it appears as though it’s likely to end without silverware unless they can overturn a 1-0 deficit against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League.
However, even throughout that wretched period, player dealings have remained in the spotlight, and based on what has been happening in the Championship, Tottenham may be forced to regret the decisions they have made.
Sunderland duo shining in the Championship
Sunderland are enjoying a good campaign in the second tier, with a return to the Premier League on the cards, and their approach to youth is the driving force behind that success.
While the likes of Jobe Bellingham and Chris Rigg have hit the headlines, two former Spurs academy prospects have contributed just as much.
Romaine Mundle was the difference maker in their 1-1 draw with Preston, while Dennis Cirkin has established himself as an excellent fullback at that level.
Mundle departed Tottenham in 2023, but his return to England has seen him flourish, and Spurs will be frustrated that they allowed him to leave.
| Sunderland | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Romaine Mundle | 19 | 5 | 2 |
| Dennis Cirkin | 33 | 3 | 2 |
Of course, Spurs opted to let both players depart in recent years, though they are said to be interested in a deal to bring Cirkin back home [Sunderland AFC News].
Neither were afforded a chance to showcase what they were capable of at Tottenham, and they are just two cases of potential missed opportunities.
Jack Clarke is another to have been sold by Spurs in recent years, before thriving at Sunderland prior to his move to Ipswich, and it showcases an issue that needs to be addressed at Tottenham.
Tottenham need to explore youth far more often
There has been an improvement in that regard this season, though the game time afforded to talented youngsters is still far lower than necessary.
Mikey Moore looks like he will be the next big thing to come out of the academy, yet even he is finding it hard to get game time despite the woeful season they are enduring.
If these players aren’t shown a proper pathway to the first team, there is every chance they will follow the likes of Mundle, Cirkin and Clarke and build a career elsewhere, leaving Tottenham to wonder why they made the decision that they did.