Tottenham Hotspur striker http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/France-c2899 international goalkeeper.
Lloris made a high profile move to Tottenham from Lyon in the closing hours of the summer transfer window. The player was understood to be a major priority for manager Andre Villas-Boas, who had been looking for a long-term replacement for http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Brad-Friedel-c7953.
The American international had been in fine form ever since he made the move to North London from Aston Villa last season, but his age raised question marks about his playing career. Friedel had himself admitted that he might consider retiring from top level
professional football next season.
Lloris’ signing was thus a major decision for Villas-Boas, and was to have a significant impact on the club and its future development. However, Lloris had to make do with a single League start and appearances in the Capital One Cup and the Europa League.
The player was understood to be frustrated with his position at the club, and reports suggested that the Frenchman might ask for a transfer in the January window. However, Villas-Boas laid all claims to rest, and said that Lloris was to be the club’s future
No.1.
The goalkeeper has finally managed frequent playing time under his belt, with three consecutive starts; two in the Premier League and one Europa League appearance.
Striker Emmanuel Adebayor was happy to see his teammate get more games for the club and said:
“I knew him well already and what he has done hasn’t surprise me, because I know how good he is. We’ve got four amazing goalkeepers, all good professionals working hard.”
“We’re happy for Lloris because he has already had some fantastic games. I knew about him when I was playing in France and I still watch the French league so I know how good he is. We’re happy to have him and in the last couple of games, he has proved himself
to be one of the world’s best.”
Adebayor will miss tonight’s Premier League game against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Liverpool-c39809 on account of his 3-match suspension, but will return on the weekend as Tottenham travel to Craven Cottage to face Fulham.
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