The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show Time will Tel + your questions answered!
Sep 4, 2025
The hosts explore the intriguing omission of Mathys Tel from the Champions League squad and what it means for the team's future. A spirited debate pits Lucas Moura against Brennan Johnson's peak performances. Fans' questions are tackled, including the dilemma of Harry Kane's potential return. The challenges of managing emerging talents versus established players in Spurs' roster are scrutinized, alongside humorous takes on transfer rumors and sports memorabilia. Get ready for insights, laughter, and a peek behind the curtain of Tottenham Hotspur!
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Tel Omitted From Champions League Squad
- Mathys Tel's omission from the Champions League squad signals Spurs don't see him as an immediate European option.
- Jay Harris and Dan Kilpatrick view the decision as significant and reflective of wider squad planning errors.
Too Many Young Projects, Too Few Starters
- Spurs' squad imbalance and an excess of young, similar-position players is causing development bottlenecks.
- Dan Kilpatrick calls the recruitment of costly young projects like Tel increasingly questionable given limited game time.
Homegrown Shortage Creates Squad Problems
- Spurs lack club-trained players in their European squad, creating registration and balance problems.
- Jay Harris and Danny Kelly stress this is systemic and not solely Frank's fault.