Ange drops major hint on Tottenham’s No.10 selection ahead of Europa League final

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou began experimenting with Wilson Odobert as a number ten last week against Crystal Palace after Dejan Kulusevski picked up an injury. With the Swede now ruled out for the rest of the season, the situation worsens for Spurs, especially since James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall are also sidelined.

Before the Villa clash, Postecoglou hinted he might try Pedro Porro in the central role but ultimately stuck with Odobert, giving the 20-year-old another chance to prove himself in the heart of midfield.

The Gaffer pleased with Odobert’s performance against Crystal Palace

Wilson Odobert had an excellent game as the CAM against Crystal Palace, as he had some fantastic link-up play with both Mathys Tel and Heung-min Son. He was close to scoring but was sensationally denied by Emi Martinez from point-blank range after a lovely attack.

Ange Postecoglou speaking in the interview as relayed by Football.London was very pleased with the performance of the young Frenchman – he explained that although he hasn’t had much of a chance to play in a match this season, because of injuries, he showed his intelligence and quality. The Tottenham manager suggested that the club may have to rely on him for the Europa League final in Bilbao.

The Australian coach had nothing but praises for the Winger, following the defeat against Crystal Palace

“Now I thought at times tonight, in tight areas, he found his way forward, and a couple of things didn’t fall his way. He was unlucky with his finish, which I thought was an outstanding finish, but it fell straight at Emi Martinez.

“I think with Wilson, at least we have got him some significant minutes again. With the way we are in that midfield area, he might be one we need to rely on come Wednesday, so it’s good for him to play.”

Before the Villa clash, Ange Postecoglou made it clear that player performances would play a key role in shaping his Europa League final line-up. Judging by his comments on Odobert, the youngster may have done just enough to earn a starting spot in the number ten role.

For Tottenham fans, all eyes are now on the final — a game that could define the club’s season and shape its immediate future. Here’s hoping Postecoglou’s tactics come together perfectly on the night, in what is undoubtedly Spurs’ most important match in years.