Tottenham Hotspur fans were full of praise for Xavi Simons in the first half against Manchester City, despite their team losing.
At an eerie Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Dutch international looked to be the only Spurs player who wanted to get something done for the team.
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Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo both scored to fire Pep Guardiola’s side into the lead at the break against an abject Tottenham team, before Dominic Solanke pulled one back.
But if there was one positive from the first half, it was the display of Simons, whose work rate and willingness to carry the ball were the team’s only hope.
Tottenham fans believe that Xavi Simons is finally starting to show signs that he is adapting to life as a Premier League player.
Simons has had a tough start to life at Tottenham, but following a strong performance in Frankfurt and his showing against City, the 22-year-old has shown promising glimpses.
In the first half, he managed 46 touches, completed two dribbles, made 13 progressive carries, completed 24 passes and had three attempts at goal. Later, he set up Solanke for Spurs’ goal.
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The youngster looked like the only Spurs player wanting to make something happen and the only attacking outlet for Thomas Frank’s team.
During the game, Spurs fans took to social media to discuss Simons’ performance and to praise the 22-year-old’s efforts.
One fan said: “It understandably took him a bit of time to adapt, but Xavi Simons is a quality player, no doubt about it, and we’re lucky to have him.”
“Xavi Simons is getting better and better every week in the Premier League,” stated another fan.
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A third fan said: “Feel sorry for Xavi Simons, he’s far too good to be playing for us. The lad has ruined his career.”
There was yet more praise for him: “Xavi Simons is the only player trying to get something from this game for Spurs.”
Meanwhile, even neutral fans had praise for the midfielder, adding: “Xavi Simons has unbelievable potential. What a profile.”
Another opposition fan added: “Xavi Simons been really good with what he’s got to work with this game. He’d be a franchise if we went to another club.”