Tottenham Hotspur player proved himself to be worthy of Big Ange list with his impressive performance in the friendly against Hearts, I think he made it off transfer list.

One player surprised many Tottenham Hotspur fans with his performance in the friendly against Hearts.

Ange Postecoglou’s pre-season is well and truly underway, and his side have picked up two huge wins already, albeit against smaller sides.

Tottenham smashed Cambridge United 7-2 in a behind-closed-doors friendly last week and on Wednesday night, they picked up a fantastic 5-1 victory over Hearts at Tynecastle Park.

A number of Spurs players impressed in Scotland, but one in particular may have saved his Tottenham career with his display against the SPFL side.
Djed Spence produces a stunning performance for Tottenham vs Hearts

Tottenham signed Djed Spence from Middlesbrough in the summer of 2022 in a deal worth up to £20 million (Sky Sports).

The talented full-back was viewed as a fantastic signing at the time. Spurs beat many top clubs in the race to sign him two years ago.

However, Antonio Conte just didn’t fancy Spence at Tottenham and he has barely had a look in since – he has made just six senior appearances for the North Londoners.
After a successful loan spell in Italy last season, all signs pointed towards a permanent move to Genoa in this window. They even had an option to buy him.

However, Spence returned to Tottenham training after that transfer collapsed, and he was given an opportunity by Postecoglou against Hearts.

The ‘unbelievable‘ 23-year-old had a truly outstanding game. He scored a goal and picked up an assist in the second half and looked incredibly solid.

TBR Football gave Spence a 10/10 rating for his performance on Wednesday night, and that display may have just saved his Tottenham career.

Everyone expected Spence to be sold this summer, but he has now given some food for thought to Postecoglou, who could decide to keep hold of him.

Spence showed he’s better than one current Tottenham player

Tottenham picked up a fantastic win against Hearts, but they were made to work hard.

The Scottish side were up for it, and Spurs’ defending gave them a few chances. Brandon Austin produced one incredible save in goal.

Hearts’ only goal of the game came in the 46th minute, and that was following a mistake by Emerson Royal at the back. The Brazilian has made a few of those during his Spurs career.

Emerson has publicly claimed that he isn’t happy at Tottenham, and it is expected that he will be sold in the coming weeks.

That opens the door for Spence to nail down a place in the squad, and if he keeps performing well in pre-season, Postecoglou could be tempted to keep hold of him.

That would help Tottenham save millions as they wouldn’t have to sign a new right-back to replace Emerson.

FA technical director John McDermott is said to be a big fan of the Tottenham manager’s work, having followed his career since he was managing in Australia.

On Wednesday evening, Tottenham got their pre-season friendly programme under way with a 5-1 win at Scottish outfit Hearts.

After the game, football.london journalist Alasdair Gold asked Postecoglou about those links with the England vacancy.
I’m the Tottenham manager and I’m determined to bring success to this club. That’s where my focus is totally.”

Meanwhile, the Evening Standard has quoted Postecoglou as saying: “Mate I’m at the start of pre-season!

“Big year, I’m the Tottenham manager. I’ve got nothing else but trying to bring success to this football club.

“Until I do that, there’s no point me thinking about anything else. I had a nap this afternoon mate, so I’ve got no idea what’s going on.”
Spurs fans will be buoyed by Postecoglou response

Postecoglou has experience at international level, having managed Australia between 2013 and 2017.

It’s understandable to see the 58-year-old being linked with the England job, considering his great work at the highest levels over the years.

Nevertheless, his response will no doubt go down well with Tottenham fans.

Postecoglou’s maiden season at Spurs has been very promising and there’s considerable optimism going into next term, but there’s still a lot of work to do.

Tottenham came close to sealing a top-four place last season, but fell just short, and Postecoglou will no doubt be eager to get his team back into the Champions League this time round.