Luka Vuskovic has revealed what he is looking forward to the most ahead of linking up with Tottenham Hotspur during pre-season, not long after the club made history by lifting the Europa League trophy.
One of the biggest stories to watch from a Spurs perspective during pre-season is how the teenage centre-back copes with the step up to the highest level.
Luka Vuskovic won many admirers during his loan spell at Westerlo during the season just passed, showing just why there is so much hype around him.
Journalist Ben Jacobs revealed earlier this week that Tottenham have been very impressed with Vuskovic’s development, and suggested that the club may consider loaning him to the Bundesliga next season.
Luka Vuskovic is keen to test himself at Spurs
The 18-year-old signed for the Lilywhites nearly two years ago but this summer will be the first time that he trains with his new teammates at Hotspur Way.
Vuskovic is particularly excited on the back of Tottenham’s Europa League win, admitting that he wants to test himself against the high calibre of players that the North Londoners have at their disposal.
The centre-back told Vecernji list (as relayed by Sport Witness): “Belgium has proven to be an ideal league at this stage of my career, and I think it is otherwise a great development league because it gives a lot of opportunities to young players.
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“First of all, I’m looking forward to feeling that level and seeing where I am in relation to the players who just won the Europa League so that I know what I need to work on the most.
“After that, I’ll see in agreement with the club which is the smartest next step. The club has proven to be careful and wise in making decisions so far.”
Ambitious Vuksovic is not afraid of Premier League challenge
The young defender is certainly very confident in his ability and has expressed a desire to test himself in the best leagues across world football.
Vuskovic admitted that for the moment, he is completely focused on the challenge that awaits him at Tottenham and he believes he has the tools to shine in the Premier League.
When asked about what the future could have in store for him, the youngster said: “I don’t need to limit myself to one league now that I’m 18. We’ve seen that Croatian footballers can have great careers in all five leagues.
“My ultimate goal is to reach my full potential, and what that will be depends on me and my work. England is certainly a top league, probably the most attractive in the world, perhaps the most difficult for foreigners, but I’m not afraid of such a challenge.
“Tottenham is a top club, they showed that by winning the European trophy, and my immediate thoughts are with Tottenham and England.”