Dominic Solanke Names Two ‘Top’ Tottenham Youngsters Who Have Impressed Him Already

Although he didn’t score against Leicester City during his Tottenham Hotspur debut, Dominic Solanke impressed overall at the King Power Stadium.

Solanke’s Seamless Integration at Tottenham

Ange Postecoglou decided to start his big-money signing immediately, and Solanke appeared to fit seamlessly into Spurs’ forward line. While Solanke wasn’t able to capitalize on his chances, he demonstrated the qualities he can bring as the spearhead of Postecoglou’s team. The England striker was full of industry and determination, undeterred by any early misses in the game.

Concerns Over Son Heung-min’s Performance

Perhaps the only concern from the debut was Son Heung-min’s struggles on the left-wing, where he was unable to significantly impact the game. Tottenham were reportedly eager to have Son back out wide, but the inside forward wasn’t as effective in the role on this occasion.

Solanke Impressed by Tottenham Youngsters

Despite this, Solanke had high praise for two other Spurs players making their full debut on Monday. When speaking via Tottenham’s website, Solanke expressed his admiration for Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall.

Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall’s Debut

Although both Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall featured heavily throughout pre-season, Monday evening marked their first competitive minutes in a Spurs shirt. The pair entered the game in the 78th minute alongside Timo Werner and Dejan Kulusevski, tasked with revitalizing a dwindling performance. Both youngsters enjoyed some tidy moments, showcasing their confidence on the ball and what they can offer Postecoglou in the long term.

Solanke’s Praise for the Young Talents

Solanke shared his excitement after the game, looking forward to playing alongside Gray and Bergvall going forward.

Solanke said: “They’re top players. I think they had a great pre-season from what I saw. Obviously, I have been with them for a week now, and they are great talents. There is great talent throughout the whole team, so I am looking forward to playing with them for the rest of the season.”

Looking Ahead to Everton

Tottenham will now focus on delivering their first three points of the season against Everton on Saturday, hoping both Gray and Bergvall can contribute again. However, it’s worth noting that Vicario expressed his frustration with Bergvall at one point towards the end of Monday’s draw—a moment that some may feel was a bit harsh.