With the amount of talent produced by Tottenham’s academy in the last decade, it’s no surprise that there’s a new kid on the block, another one of their own, another Harry.
This time, it’s an energetic playmaker.
He is able to find space in deep pockets and transition the ball up the pitch with a quick burst of pace or an impressive smart pass.
Harry Winks is a modern & stylish player, a rarity out of England.
In this player analysis, we will discover what makes him so different to any other English central midfielder.
Harry Winks Defensive contribution
Winks’ versatility in midfield is impressive.
He has the ingredients to play as an attacking midfielder all the way through the midfield to a defensive midfielder.
Winks wins 6.3 defensive duels per game, just 0.1 less than NGolo Kante so its obvious he puts his shift in.
Though this is even higher when played behind the striker, at 7.5 per game, 1.1 more per game than Kante this goes to show his ability to press and win the ball in a variety of positions and how useful he is to any modern pressing side.
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