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Tottenham Hotspur proceed to retain religion in Guglielmo Vicario amidst current criticism

Tottenham Hotspur got here away with a hard-fought victory in opposition to Leeds United within the Premier League this weekend. The Lilywhites travelled to Elland Highway to face a facet that had not misplaced a house sport in over a 12 months — making their 2-1 triumph all of the extra spectacular. Towards the chances, Thomas Frank’s males confirmed grit and willpower to grind out an important three factors and return to N17 with an important win.

Nonetheless, regardless of the optimistic outcome, there have been nonetheless a couple of worrying indicators on show – notably regarding Guglielmo Vicario. The skilled goalkeeper endured a tough afternoon, making a number of errors that would have proved expensive on some other day.

The 28-year-old almost gifted Leeds the lead within the first half from a set-piece state of affairs. Misjudging the flight of the ball whereas trying to assert a cross from a free-kick, Vicario left former Spurs defender Joe Rodon with a free header. Thankfully for Tottenham, Rodon’s effort crashed in opposition to the crossbar, sparing the keeper’s blushes. However Vicario’s luck ran out shortly after, when he did not cope with a long-range shot, spilling it into the trail of Noah Okafor, who slotted residence to stage the rating earlier than half-time.

Tottenham plan to stay with Guglielmo Vicario in the intervening time

The show in opposition to Leeds summed up Vicario’s Tottenham profession to date — moments of composure blended with expensive errors. Since his arrival, the Italy worldwide has but to completely persuade the Spurs devoted that he’s the long-term reply between the sticks. Whereas his shot-stopping capacity is clear, his inconsistency and questionable decision-making in key moments have raised doubts about whether or not he might be the person to assist Tottenham take the following step and constantly problem for silverware.

Nonetheless, regardless of his dip in kind, it seems to be like Thomas Frank goes to stay with him in the intervening time. Talking to TBR Soccer, journalist Graeme Bailey has stated,

“Vicario has taken criticism from the fanbase, however it’s not seen as an space of big fear – that’s not to say Spurs aren’t holding abreast of goalkeeping choices, however he actually isn’t seen as a serious weak hyperlink at this level. Like with each place, they are going to proceed to evaluate, however it’s not a priority for them.”

Bailey’s feedback counsel that whereas Tottenham are conscious of Vicario’s struggles, changing him is just not at present a prime precedence. Thomas Frank has different areas to strengthen earlier than turning his consideration to the goalkeeping division. For now, the Danish tactician stays affected person, giving the 28-year-old time to rediscover his confidence and show his value at N17.

Realistically, now’s the best time for Frank to utilise Antonin Kinsky in purpose as an alternative. The proficient keeper has been ready within the wings for fairly a while now. And there’s rising perception that he deserves a possibility to showcase his skills frequently. The 22-year-old has impressed in cup competitions already, and a run of video games might assist decide whether or not he has what it takes to problem for the No.1 spot at N17.