Spurs could unleash ‘elite’ talent on Sunday after ‘standout’ display v Barca – TBR View

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Tottenham Hotspur have only had Ange Postecoglou in charge for two months, but he’s already changed things around a lot at Spurs.

Tottenham have been playing exciting football, there have been some solid signings, and players who struggled or were out of contention look set for a comeback.

Yves Bissouma seems to be in that category. Antonio Conte struggled to get the best out of him last season, but under Postecoglou, he’s looking like his old self.

The 26-year-old was outstanding at Brighton, prompting Spurs to sign him. However, he didn’t have a good maiden season at N17.

Over the course of the game in Catalonia, fans enjoyed a top performance by Bissouma. One which bodes very well for the season ahead.

‘Lots of confidence’

Media outlets covering the game loved what they saw from the 26-year-old midfielder.

Alasdair Gold gave Bissouma an 8 out of 10 for his efforts on the night.

“Got better and better as the half wore on,” he wrote on football.london.

“With some confident dribbles and turns and one great track back to slide in and stop a Barca attack.

“Lots of confidence on the ball. Took a whack and was replaced late on.”

“Ange Postecoglou has some serious decisions to make regarding his starting XI this weekend.” wrote talkSPORT.

“Pedro Porro, Davinson Sanchez, Oliver Skipp, Giovani Lo Celso and Ivan Perisic were all fantastic.

“But the standout player was Yves Bissouma. The former Brighton man showed strength, touch and elite passing and must start in that number six role.”

Postecoglou must – and indeed probably will – give Bissouma a spot in the Tottenham starting XI at Brentford on Sunday.

Spurs are embarking on a huge season where they’ll want to make amends for last term’s dismal finish.

With the likes of Bissouma and Giovani Lo Celso getting back to their best, not to mention great new signings, the future’s looking bright for Tottenham.