Tottenham Hotspur attacking midfielder Xavi Simons has endured a difficult start to the campaign, and Fabrizio Romano, writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, has confirmed that he needs some time to fully adapt, and Spurs have no doubts about him as it stands.
Simons made the move to the Premier League in the summer transfer window, joining Spurs for a fee of ยฃ52m from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. It's been a tricky few months for Simons, who is yet to hit the heights many Spurs fans would have expected after seeing him thrive in Germany.
Simons has contributed just one assist in all competitions since joining Tottenham this season, but he's certainly not the first player to take time to adapt to a new league. In the Bundesliga last term, Simons provided 16 goals and assists combined in just 25 starts, so there's no doubt he's capable of being a creative and goalscoring threat in Thomas Frank's side.
Fabrizio Romano: How Tottenham Feel About Xavi Simons
Writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, Romano has confirmed that Simons needs some time, as he's a young player joining a new league. The respected reporter adds that Tottenham have no doubts and Simons and what he's capable of, and it's just a matter of time before he starts to flourish in the Premier League.
"He needs some time, it's seen as normal adaptation for a young boy. Spurs have no doubts about Xavi and his skills, it's just a matter of time."
It's no surprise that Tottenham are willing to remain patient with Simons, as his talent has been clear for everyone to see from his time in the Bundesliga. Alongside needing to adapt to a new country, league, and style of football, Simons is only 22 years old, meaning he's still vastly inexperienced in the world of football.
The Spurs squad are also getting used to how Frank wants them to play, so Simons hasn't arrived in a squad that has fully clicked just yet. It's going to take time for Simons to reach the level expected of him, but he's got plenty of time to fulfil his potential with the north London club, who are likely to continue remaining patient with him, especially so soon into his Spurs career.