How every Tottenham player rated throughout the 2016/17 Premier League campaign

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Tottenham Hotspur enjoyed another season of progress under Mauricio Pochettino as they finished second with 86 points, which was 15 more than they secured during the last campaign.

Their form in Europe was disappointing, but they were unlucky to lose in the FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea, after delivering a very good performance at Wembley.

The test will now be to keep their young squad together this summer and challenge to win a trophy next season.

Here is how their players rated during the 2016/17 Premier League campaign…

Hugo Lloris (36 matches): It was another good season for the Frenchman as he played his part in the best defence in the league, as Spurs conceded only 26 goals during the season. There were a few blips such as the match against Manchester City away, but on the whole, he performed well and maintained his position as one of the best goalkeepers in Europe. 7

Kyle Walker (33 matches): He ended the season out of the team due to a reported falling out with Mauricio Pochettino that could lead to him being sold this summer. However, he was one of the better full-backs in the division this season and thrived in a wing-back role when Spurs switched to a 3-4-2-1. The 26-year-old finished the season as the defender with the joint-most assists after contributing five during the campaign. 7

Kieran Trippier (12 matches): It was a frustrating campaign for the back-up right back as he wasn’t given as many opportunities in the league as he would have expected. That said, he finished the season as a regular and contributed five assists, which was as many as Walker in 21 fewer appearances. He could be first-choice next season. 7

Toby Alderweireld (30 matches): The Belgian is arguably the best defender in the league and he was vital in the heart of the Spurs back four. He averaged 2.3 ball recoveries per game and committed few fouls, highlighting his impressive reading of the game. In addition to this, his aerial dominance was shown by his average of 1.4 successful aerial duels per game. 8

Jan Vertonghen (33 matches): He is a different type of centre half than his compatriot, but the two complement each other perfectly in the Spurs defence. His distribution and ability to carry the ball allowed him to thrive in the back three that Pochettino played at times. A pass success rate of 85.3% is excellent for a defender. Another good season from the 30-year-old and he is beginning to reach his peak. 8

Eric Dier (36 matches): The England international was nearly an ever-present in the Tottenham team, which is impressive considering the high-intensive style of play. He thrived in defence and in midfield, providing the versatility that Pochettino needed to be tactically flexible. The 23-year-old helped the team remain solid at the back, averaging 2.3 ball recoveries and 2 successful aerial duels per match. 8

Ben Davies (23 matches): The Welshman was linked with a move away last summer and started the season on the bench after a superb Euro 2016. An injury to Danny Rose allowed him to play regularly and he grew throughout the final few months of the season. An average of 2.3 ball recoveries per game, in addition to one goal and three assists shows that the 24-year-old had a solid campaign. 7

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Danny Rose (18 matches): He was excellent throughout the first half of the season, contributing two goals and two assists to the cause. His pace and dynamism make him the perfect modern day full back in attack, but he is also improving as a defender, as displayed by his average of 4 ball recoveries per game. Like Walker, he is another player that Tottenham could lose this summer, as he has been linked with a move away. 7

Mousa Dembele (30 matches): The Belgian is the perfect player for the Tottenham midfield and his transformation under Mauricio Pochettino has been incredible to watch. He averaged 2.9 ball recoveries, 0.8 key passes and 2.6 dribbles per game. His powerful driving runs from midfield were crucial to the side’s transitional phase and at the age of 29, there is more to come from the midfielder. 7

Victor Wanyama (36 matches): He was one of the best signings of the summer and nearly played every Premier League game for Tottenham. His average of 3.6 ball recoveries per game highlight how important he was to the team as he was the destroyer they lacked last season. However, his technical skills improved over the course of this season, as shown by his average of 0.9 key passes and 1.7 successful dribbles. A contribution of four goals and one assist is very good too. The Kenyan stepped up a level this season and represents another success for Pochettino’s coaching. 9

Harry Winks (21 matches): The 21-year-old was the young player brought up to the first team this season and he provided some encouraging performances. He was mainly used from the bench, but he was assured in possession and looked full of confidence. Although an injury ended his season early, he can be pleased with his efforts. 6

Moussa Sissoko (25 matches): As a £30 million signing, the Frenchman will go down as a failure as he didn’t offer much during the campaign. He was used mainly as a substitute and lacked the technical ability that the rest of the midfielders at the club possess. A contribution of no goals and two assists mean that he will likely be on the move again this summer. 2

Erik Lamela (9 matches): He started the season positively, but he was injured early and has yet to return to full fitness. There were fears that Tottenham would struggle without him, but that hasn’t been the case and he may struggle to get back into this team. 5

Dele Alli (37 matches): There were worries that he would suffer from second season syndrome, but that hasn’t happened, as the 21-year-old has become even better over the course of this campaign. He won the PFA Young Player of the Year award for a second successive season, while his contribution of 18 goals and seven assists is incredible for a player of his age. The England international has a frightening amount of potential and it will be exciting to see where his career goes from here. 10

Christian Eriksen (36 matches): The Danish international is often the unsung hero of this Tottenham team and he was excellent during the 2016/17 season. He contributed eight goals and 15 assists, while his relationship with Dele Alli continues to thrive. An average of 3.7 shots and 3.1 key passes per game underline how he is a constant threat in the final third. 9

Son Heung-min (34 matches): Although he started the season on the bench, Son has emerged as one of the team’s most important players and has adapted to two different formations. Last season, it could be argued that he was adjusting to the Premier League as he has now stepped up to a new level. He contributed 14 goals and six assists in the league, which is a great return considering that he wasn’t one of the two main goal threats in the squad. 8

Georges-Kevin Nkoudou (8 matches): This was a curious transfer from Spurs as they opted to bring the winger in from Marseille and he didn’t have an impact on the squad. He played only 49 minutes in the league and will likely be moved on this summer. 3

Harry Kane (30 matches): The 23-year-old has consolidated his reputation as one of the best strikers in the world after securing his highest ever goals total for a Premier League season, despite missing a couple of months through injury. He scored 29 goals and contributed a further seven assists to win another golden boot. The England international can score every type of goal and is always a threat in the final third, with his movement allowing his team-mates to thrive in attack as well. He is the complete striker and like Alli, he could reach the very top of the game. 10

Vincent Janssen (27 matches): The Dutchman was another new signing that failed to have the desired impact. He scored only two league goals and his confidence continued to drop as the season progressed. Although he will go down as a failure, his arrival has increased the pressure on Harry Kane and the Englishman has improved as a result. It was always going to be difficult for the 22-year-old to break into the team at White Hart Lane and at the age of 22, there is plenty of time for him to succeed elsewhere. He clearly has talent, but Tottenham isn’t the right club for him. 3

Players with five or fewer appearances and therefore not rated above: Josh Onomah, Kevin Wimmer, Michel Vorm, Filip Lesniak and Tom Carroll.

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