Despite Spurs not buying a single player over the summer, theres a new midfielder at Spurs. Oliver Skipp, or Skippy, is a deep-lying playmaker who likes to sit between the midfield and defense. Skipp could best be described as Eric Dier and Harry Winks love child at least in the way he plays, that is.
In this player analysis, we will touch up on what makes him special, and why you should be excited.
Confidence and composure
One thing that is required in modern day football is confidence & composure and a lot of it, at that. Skipps ability to screen the pitch and think three steps ahead of the opposition makes him a super calm and collected player, showing maturity with his impressive decision making when under pressure.

After his first full start in the Premier League against Burnley, Spurs boss Pochettino said this:
Fantastic, he played like a 30-year-old man. So relaxed, trying to play forward and give the team what the team needs, plenty of energy full energy I am so proud of him. He is only 18 years and I think it was fantastic.
And with a 69% dribbles success ratio, its clear that hes capable under pressure, he completes more dribbles per game than Harry Winks albeit at a lower rate of success.
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