Eric Dier
Predicted Spurs starting XI: Mourinho to makes eight changes; 27-year-old returns
Tottenham Hotspur will look to progress through to the next round of the Europa League when they face Dinamo Zagreb tonight. Spurs are leading 2-0 from their round of 16 first leg, and Jose Mourinho’s side will look to finish the job in Croatia. The north Londoners are heading into this fixture on the back of a 2-1 defeat against Arsenal in the Premier League and will be looking to return to winning ways. Harry Kane scored twice for Tottenham in last week’s first leg, but the England striker could be rested for this one. Carlos Vinicius could lead the line in his absence. Mourinho is likely to make a few changes to the side. In defence, Eric Dier, 27, is likely to start in place of Toby Alderweireld. Ben Davies has played regularly in Europa League, and the Welshman is set to start in...
‘Perception versus reality’: Tottenham man hints what Mourinho said about him was wrong
Eric Dier has suggested that he is happy with his performances this season. The 27-year-old midfielder-turned-centre-back has come under strong criticism from fans and media for his recent performances. He has struggled with defending and made glaring errors as Spurs lost their grip in the top-four race. Dier was at fault for West Ham United’ first goal during Tottenham’s 2-1 defeat against the London rivals in their last Premier League game. Earlier this month, Spurs boss Jose Mourinho, who is known for criticising players in public, claimed that Dier is probably suffering from a dip in confidence. Mourinho, as quoted by The Guardian, said: “I have to admit that recently our team makes little important mistakes that are punished in terms of our results. “And Eric was there, he was one of ...
RB Leipzig boss emerges as Tottenham’s ‘top target’ to replace Jose Mourinho
RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann has emerged as the likely candidate to replace Jose Mourinho, should Tottenham’s current slump continue. Spurs began the season in excellent form and even topped the table as recently as early December, yet just a few months later, Mourinho’s men find themselves 23 points behind leaders Manchester City and with a real job to do to secure a top-four spot. Their defeat to London rivals West Ham United on Sunday means they are now nine points behind the Hammers in fourth, albeit with a game in hand on David Moyes’ side. Despite a late rally in that game, inspired by half-time substitute Gareth Bale, Tottenham’s defensive woes once again came to the fore, the centre-back pairing of Eric Dier and Davinson Sanchez looking particularly shaky in recent weeks. With...
RB Leipzig boss emerges as Tottenham’s ‘top target’ to replace Jose Mourinho
RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann has emerged as the likely candidate to replace Jose Mourinho, should Tottenham’s current slump continue. Spurs began the season in excellent form and even topped the table as recently as early December, yet just a few months later, Mourinho’s men find themselves 23 points behind leaders Manchester City and with a real job to do to secure a top-four spot. Their defeat to London rivals West Ham United on Sunday means they are now nine points behind the Hammers in fourth, albeit with a game in hand on David Moyes’ side. Despite a late rally in that game, inspired by half-time substitute Gareth Bale, Tottenham’s defensive woes once again came to the fore, the centre-back pairing of Eric Dier and Davinson Sanchez looking particularly shaky in recent weeks. With...
Kalvin Phillips and Declan Rice respond to Tottenham Hotspur star’s Instagram post
Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips and West Ham United star Declan Rice have responded to Tottenham Hotspur Hotspur ace Eric Dier’s post on Instagram. Dier, who can play as an defensive midfielder or as a central defender, has expressed his delight on Instagram at making his 250th appearance for Tottenham at the weekend. The 26-year-old England international was in action for Spurs in their 1-0 win against West Bromwich Albion away from home at The Hawthorns in the Premier League on Sunday. Dier, who has been on the books of Spurs since 2014 when he joined from Portuguese giants Sporting Lisbon, is delighted to have made his 250th appearance for the North London club. The defender’s England international teammates – Leeds midfielder Phillips and West Ham’s Rice, who can play as a defe...
‘Great quality’: Eric Dier says he’s excited about one Tottenham summer signing
Eric Dier has told Tottenham Hotspur’s official website that he is seriously excited about the prospect of playing alongside Gareth Bale this summer. Bale joined Tottenham from Real Madrid in the summer on a season-long loan, and it has been arguably one of their most exciting transfer coup in recent years. The Welshman is currently injured and he is yet to feature for Spurs since his return to the north London club. However, Dier is exciting about linking up with the Welshman in the near future. “Excitement, I think Spurs fans are very excited to have him back. I wasn’t here the first time he was here, but I remember watching from afar and the incredible moments he had here at Tottenham. Hopefully, he can have a few more this time around,” Dier said. “He brings great quality and...
