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The American star has been in fine form this season, and has continued to impress with his match saving performances in front of goal for Tottenham. Friedel joined the club last season from Aston Villa, and immediately made an impact as he established himself as the club’s No.1 goalkeeper.
Despite his age, Friedel continues to play and put in impressive performances. However, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Hugo-Lloris-c16408’s arrival from Lyon this season led to reports that claimed the American will be replaced by the Frenchman as manager Andre Villas-Boas’ first choice.
This was not the case at the start, as Villas-Boas preferred to play Friedel instead of Lloris. The American repaid his manager’s faith by strong and convincing performances in front of goal. Lloris had to bide his time on the bench, and was clearly not happy with his role at the club.
Lloris has now finally been getting more playing time, with Villas-Boas playing the Frenchman in the last 5 out of 6 games. Friedel got his first game in over a month in the 3-1 victory over Panathinaikos in the Europa League two days ago.
This new development led to speculation about the player’s future with Tottenham, with many reports claiming that he may be set for a move to former club Blackburn Rovers. Friedel was with the club for 8 years, and it is understood that they had made an approach for the American’s services.
Spurs have however rejected the bid, and Villas-Boas insists that Friedel is not going anywhere. Friedel has spoken on the matter, and insists that he is perfectly content with life at White Hart Lane. Speaking to reporters, he said:
“I cannot answer questions about a potential January move. It’s all hypothetical. Right now I am a Tottenham player and very happy here. I have no idea about Blackburn’s interest. When I was apparently contemplating doing a medical I was at home having Thanksgiving dinner with my family.”
“What happens between a club and a club a lot of times players don’t know. At the end of the day I am contracted to Tottenham and am concentrating on Tottenham.”
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