Keane gives Tottenham Werner transfer verdict with Postecoglou ‘guarantee’

Tottenham transfer news as Timo Werner deal attracts immense attention ahead of anticipated Spurs debut

Timo Werner’s arrival at Tottenham has excited Roy Keane and Jamie Redknapp after completing a surprise move earlier this month. The German is set to make his debut against Manchester United on Sunday as he comes in to replace Son Heung-Min during his time at the Asia Cup.

Werner joined Spurs earlier this week as Ange Postecoglou attempts to bolster a thin roster.Alejo Veliz and Son have both been sidelined by injuries in recent weeks, and the defense is also nearing the end of its effectiveness.

But what’s interesting is the return of the former Chelsea player. Werner, who arrived at Stamford Bridge as one of Europe’s most prolific attackers, only managed 10 league goals in his two years there. He scored just nine goals in the Bundesliga the previous season and two so far this year after returning to RB Leipzig, so there wasn’t much of an improvement either.

However, with Postecoglou’s free-flowing Spurs side, his recent track record of improving players and the sheer fear factor that Werner’s speed brings with it, there is hope that the 27-year-old can prove to be a valuable asset. Signed on an initial six-month loan, it is effectively a free hit for all parties.

Speaking ahead of Tottenham’s trip to Old Trafford, Keane was positive about the optics of the move. “It’s always

He’s a nice addition for them, in my opinion, but it’s hard to get elite players in January,” he remarked. Though he won’t be the first player to enter the league, struggle for a while, and then return as a better player, he will still need to score goals.”

In that regard, Keane is not alone. Redknapp said prior to the game, “He fits what the manager wants; he’s lightning quick.” “Although he stretches opponents, I don’t think he’ll ever be a clinical goal scorer. He will undoubtedly go one-on-one with the goalie today; the question is whether he has the finishing touch to convert the opportunity.

“The more time he has, the worse he looks almost. But with Son not in the building, it’s a good signing because he can get you up the pitch with tremendous pace, every defender will hate playing against that.”

Werner’s recent track record for both club and country may surprise some people when they hear such high praise. especially in light of the initial attention and treatment he received from the British media. Still, it appears to be an arrangement that will work for everyone.

With Richarlison back in the lineup, the Spurs are trying to balance their offense, and Werner can play both from the left and the middle. To cover the vacuum left by Son’s departure, Brennan Johnson and Dejan Kulusevski have also been assigned.

Postecoglou is confident that Werner can have the desired impact himself though. “We thought it was a good opportunity for us when it was presented to me before the new year,” he said of the signing. “We knew that with

After Sonny left for so long, we thought we could have used another player in the last third. Even though center back was the top priority, we wanted to act swiftly if the chance presented itself.

“Again, I had a great conversation about it with Johan [Lange] and felt that Timo would be a great stylistic fit for us. He undoubtedly possesses the qualities we seek. We have a tremendous depth and quality player in the front third with him because he can play all three positions. Additionally, after speaking with him, I learned that he’s

highly driven and appreciates the chance Tottenham may provide for him given his current professional status. Additionally, I believe it can benefit us all together.”

The Australian said, “I think part of the attraction is that he can play left, right, through the middle,” in reference to where he will be spending the majority of his time. “We still have a long injury list with Sonny out, so we’ve played Deki [Kulusevski] in the wide areas and in the midfield. Furthermore, I believe that having Timo allows us the flexibility to use him wherever the game calls for it. He’s equally at ease in any of them, and that was part of the appeal—that we could change it during the game.