91% pass accuracy, 2 blocks: struggling Tottenham player proves doubters wrong with int'l display - opinion

Tottenham Hotspur fans have been granted a break from Premier League action with the final international window of the season.

As is becoming a ritual for Tottenham, the Lilywhites tasted defeat in their final game before the international break with a disappointing loss to Ipswich Town.

Ange Postecoglou’s side have a lot to work on when they return to action but face an away trip to Manchester City in their next outing.

Spurs are also suffering from some significant injuries with Micky van de Ven sidelined and now Cristian Romero suffering an injury blow.

Options at the back are being stretched ahead of a busy festive schedule with Radu Dragusin also currently on international duty.

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Radu Dragusin impressed during Romania draw

Dragusin was in action on Friday night for Romania who played 90 minutes before the game against Kosovo was abandoned.

Dragusin has struggled of late at Tottenham with his agents recent comments about a move to Real Madrid looking slightly premature.

But the Romanian is needed with Tottenham’s current injury issues at the back and he showed his is capable of some fine displays during his international duty.

• 90 minutes played
• 91% pass accuracy
• 1 shot
• 56 touches
• 2 blocks
• 1 clearance
• 4 passes into final third

Postecoglou hailed Dragusin against Manchester City but some of his more recent showings have left a lot to be desired.

This comes with a potential return to Italy being on the cards as Dragusin has received interest from Napoli ahead of January.

Dragusin proving he can be a Tottenham starter

Although it has to be remembered Dragusin was coming up against much lesser opposition to what he’ll face in the Premier League, this should act as a real confidence boost.

Spurs need to tread carefully with their defensive options as Romero is receiving interest from Real Madrid ahead of the summer transfer window.

Dragusin’s need to find a higher level of performance in the Premier League over the coming months could be crucial to his future.

If Tottenham are to sell Romero then they are going to need someone to replace him in the starting XI and now is an opportunity for Dragusin to prove his worth.

Guglielmo Vicario has been impressed by the £26m Dragusin behind the scenes but now it is time for him to show it on the pitch for Spurs.