Thomas Frank did not hesitate to single out one of his youngest performers after Tottenham Hotspur brushed aside Brentford in a much-needed win.
Thomas Frank will be pleased with the response from his Tottenham Hotspur players, who bounced back from a winless five-game run with a 2-0 win over his former side, Brentford.
It was a complete display across the pitch with everyone from Guglielmo Vicario to Randal Kolo Muani putting in a good shift for the Lilywhites.
Archie Gray was just as good this afternoon in front of the Tottenham home support, and Frank has been quick to hand out praise to the young midfielder.
Thomas Frank praises Archie Gray after Tottenham win
Thomas Frank spoke after the game and highlighted what impressed him about Gray’s performance.
The Dane made it clear that it was the teenager’s awareness, positioning and willingness to put in the defensive yards when needed that caught his eye.
Speaking to Football.London Frank said: “I think he did well. I must say there were a few others who shined maybe more.
“For example, when Djed Spence was bombarding forward, he was very disciplined, at a young age, to be there on that side, taking care of that left defending position.
“I think he handled all the tricky situations with the ball, got out of it. He was always a good support. He covered ground very well. So, I think it was a very solid performance.”
Thomas Frank needs to get his midfield balance right to accommodate Archie Gray
This could be a breakthrough season for Archie Gray, but the midfielder will need Frank to hand him more game time if he is to leave a mark.
The Spurs boss has long preferred to pair up Rodrigo Bentancur and Joao Palhinha in most of Tottenham’s outings this season; however, finding the right midfield balance will be crucial if Gray is to thrive.
There are games more suited to a player like Gray; matches where Spurs are set to have more possession and attack more will be better for the teenager, who is an intelligent reader of the game and capable of keeping things flowing in attack from a deeper midfield role.