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Ian Wright names the Tottenham Hotspur player who is ‘beautiful to watch’
Ian Wright has given his verdict on Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur after watching him in action against Burnley at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The Arsenal legend was impressed by the display produced by Bentancur against Burnley in the FA Cup.
So, what has Ian Wright said about Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur? Let’s take a look.
Ian Wright praises Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur
Well, Tottenham Hotspur took on Premier League rivals Burnley at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the third round of the FA Cup on Friday evening.
Spurs won the match . Pedro Porro scored a superb goal in the 78th minute. It proved to be the difference between the two sides.
Rodrigo Bentancur started the match for Spurs. The £15.8 million () star was deployed as one of two holding midfielders in a 4-2-3-1 formation. The 26-year-old played for 83 minutes when he was substituted.
Arsenal legend Ian Wright was following the match for ITV, and the pundit was impressed by the display produced by Bentancur in the first half.
Wright said on : “Bentancur is beautiful to watch. If they can get the ball from Bentancur into Lo Celso and he can turn in and get Richarlison on the shoulder like we saw for that chance, then I think they will cause them more problems.”
Rodrigo Bentancur continues his comeback for Tottenham Hotspur
Rodrigo Bentancur playing two matches in a space of a few days is a massive boost for Tottenham Hotspur.
The Uruguay international midfielder made his long-awaited comeback against Bournemouth in the Premier League last weekend.
Bentancur was involved in one of the goals for Spurs. He was not at his best against Burnley in the FA Cup on Friday evening, but he did wear the captain’s armband and looked lively during his time on the pitch.
The 26-year-old is one of the best and most important players for Tottenham, and his comeback from injury is a huge boost to the North London club’s chances of finishing in the top four of the Premier League table. Spurs head coach Ange Postecoglou rates him highly.