De Zerbi says ‘great guy’ Kevin Danso can improve in one key aspect for Tottenham
Roberto De Zerbi has showered praise on Tottenham’s Kevin Danso, who has had a tough few weeks, but he suggested that he can still get better in one part of his game.
Danso was inexplicably targeted with racist abuse after his unforced error cost Tottenham two points against Brighton last month.
Spurs have stood behind the Austrian through his ordeal, and he has done his talking on the pitch, responding with two excellent performances at the Midlands.
The 27-year-old produced a typically solid defensive display at Villa Park as the Lilywhites moved out of the bottom three after emerging with a 2-1 win.
Roberto De Zerbi admits Tottenham star Kevin Danso can get better in possession
If not for Emi Buendia’s 96th-minute header, Spurs would have emerged with yet another clean sheet on Sunday, despite being without the leader of their backline, Cristian Romero.
De Zerbi was very complimentary of Danso for the display he delivered at Villa Park, and he suggested that the former Lens centre-back will improve in possession as he gets used to his way of playing.
When asked what he thought of the centre-back’s performance against Villa, the Italian told Football.London: “He is playing very well. I think with the ball, he can play better, and he knows what I mean. Maybe he is not used to playing a lot of balls and to take control of the game but he is a great guy for sure. I have no doubt he will improve quickly.”
De Zerbi has already made a decision on Danso’s future
This is not the first time that the Tottenham boss has spoken highly of the Austrian, with De Zerbi praising Danso for his performance against Brighton despite the defender’s late mistake.
A couple of weeks ago, De Zerbi even confirmed that Danso will be at the club next season, no matter what happens over the next few weeks.
With Romero and Van de Ven facing uncertain futures at Spurs, the 27-year-old may have an opportunity to become a regular in De Zerbi’s starting eleven next season.
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