Hilarious reply to Messi’s ‘best defender in world’ claim as Ange reveals ‘key driver’ behind Spurs move
Ange Postecoglou has revealed the “key driver” behind his move to Tottenham while also responding to high praise from Lionel Messi towards one of Spurs’ key defenders.
Speaking to talkSPORT in a wide-ranging interview, Postecoglou was asked about Messi’s claim that Argentina teammate Cristian Romero is the best defender in the world.
“For me, he is the best defender in the world right now. Amazing performance tonight, man of the match,” Messi told reporters after the 1-0 win over Ecuador last week.
Postecoglou, who said Romero was one of three leaders at the team alongside James Maddison and Son Heung-min, was certainly not going to disagree with it.
“I don’t argue with Messi,” the Australian said.
“I tell you what, I wouldn’t like to play against him. Most of the boys don’t like to train against him. He’s a real competitor. I love that about him.
“Whether it’s training or a game, what you see is what you get with Romero.”
Tottenham’s vice-captain is certainly also a fan of Postecoglou, telling the Evening Standard late last month that he was totally bought into the new manager’s vision for the team.
“He’s a coach that works perfectly for Tottenham, he’s brought a lot of new hope,” Romero said.
“It might take a while, but I think what he’s doing is fantastic. He’s putting together a great group and creating a really good atmosphere.
“It’s only been two or three months, but all of the team are behind him. It’s always positive to have a coach who wants to assume responsibility, and the club needed this new energy.”
Tottenham currently sits in second place behind Manchester City after an undefeated start to the season, highlighted by a 5-2 thumping of Burnley before the first international break.
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