Tottenham fans love Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s nickname for Eric Dier

Some Tottenham Hotspur fans have been reacting to a new nickname Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has bestowed upon Eric Dier.

The pair have sat down for an interview which is yet to be released, but Hojbjerg shared a snap across his social media channels.

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The former Southampton star – who hails from Denmark – affectionately dubbed Dier ‘The English Viking’ – Vikings, of course, being hugely synonymous with Scandinavia.

Such a nickname could suggest that Hojbjerg sees his teammate as a warrior, and his performances this season have certainly painted him as that.

The 26-year-old has been in really good form in 2020/21, featuring in all but one Premier League game so far.

Spurs currently boast the best defence in the division, shipping nine goals in their first 10 games.

Me & The English Viking 🪨 pic.twitter.com/aAKqOwZDUQ

— Pierre-Emile Højbjerg (@hojbjerg23) December 1, 2020

Dier has played a key role in that defensive solidity, and deserves plaudits for his consistency.

He’s a player that has been criticised previously, but under Jose Mourinho – especially this term – Dier looks to have reached new heights.

On social media, Spurs fans were loving Hojbjerg’s nickname for the £72,000-a-week rock (Spotrac):

The best cdm and CB in london in one room

— Sam Philbrick (@SamPhilbrick1) December 1, 2020

I knew this was about big Eric Dier before I even pulled the picture up. Warriors 💪

— Mac 🎙 (@Macaully_Moffat) December 1, 2020

You just love to see it 😍

— Cal 🦍 (@THFCSZN) December 1, 2020

2 kings 🥇

— Aamir💫 (@ThatSpur) December 1, 2020

Both been awesome lately 👊

— Jim-C (@jmconnor6) December 1, 2020

The spine of our rejuvenated team. Thanks to you both!

— Matt Graves (@MattGraves13) December 1, 2020

Best holding mid in the prem

— 15-17 Poch Years ❤ (@MagicYouKnoww) December 1, 2020

2 warriors https://t.co/ZvBV6wtmh5

— Broggs (@Broggybroggs) December 1, 2020

what content is this I NEED IT ASAP🤩😍💙 https://t.co/VOAUVbP3kT

— vir🌸☾ (@avenirdelight) December 1, 2020

Oh I love this https://t.co/Mmo3OJx1Pn

— capri-son 🇮🇹 (@xthfczach) December 1, 2020