I had this feeling, it was the perfect time for alasdair to post, weird game, weird signing, obviously had to be a weird time! Looking forward already!

Regards Werner, I’m reminded of Thomas Broich at Brisbane Roar. Player who had talent but for whatever reason was not performing at the optimum in Germany. Ange got word of him, brought him in, and Broich went on to become a legend of the young Australian A League. Sure, different level, but the principle is the same. I’m betting Werner will shine. ✅

I love you Ali. You keep us all sane. I am 56, a Yank, been supporting this Goddamn club HARDCORE for 20 years, and were it not for you i might be in a rubber room, strapped in a straightjacket- drooling on myself while muttering "Spurs...Tottenham...Levy...Spurs..." Thank you for doing these; you help a LOT of us.

Big up Ben Davies! Most improved player for me by far this season. Him and Emerson are not VDV and Romero, but they have done one hell of a job these past 2 months.

Emerson was impressive. He won many one to one. He also improved in attitude--no more silly/cocky.

Timo Werner will do for Spurs exactly what Christian Pulisic is doing for AC Milan! It’s the fit and the system, people! Ange just turned Ben Davies into Paolo Maldini! He can revive Werner!

Low risk move. Good attitude. Pace. Works hard. Plays all 4 positions. Makes sense to me. Great work Ali G.

I’m willing to go along with it. As long as we bring in 2 CB’s. Yes 2 cause of Davies injury and Dier moving as well now. I’m so angry with our fan base for their treatment of Dier ! His commitment was never in doubt. He can’t help it that he doesn’t fit the new system. I for one think he had a lot of great games for us over the years especially under poch in CDM . I think he deserves a lot of respect ✊ .

I love the Werner signing, super pacey and great at pressing And he can play down the middle and on the wing

I don't think that this will be the last time Spurs fans will be surprised by new signings under Ange!!

Loving your work Alasdair! We are so lucky to have such a great journalist cover our crazy club.

Thought the tribute to Harry was class, so sad to see a young fan leaving us so soon

I will always thank you for your commitment to Spurs journalism. We would be lost without you. You always are on the money as well. The Werner deal is a low risk move, personally? I think he will thrive in Angeball. Thanks again Alasdair.

I shall be sad to see Dier heading out the door, despite recognising he doesn't really fit the Angeball system. It's not as if he's a poor player - he'd played his way back into the England squad last season, but got injured in WC training - and he's served the club well over the years (it's amazing to think the young Sporting Lisbon ex-pat is now one of our senior players), so deserves a good move.

Reckon Werner could be the bargain of the century

Condidence is the best part of ange's manager skills. And for me , confidence is probably the most important part of getting a good player, playimg to their potential. Ange does that amazingly. If anyone can get the best out of timo, its ange. Hes got lo celso back to what we want and gil. Hes got richy back on form. And all this with so many injuries which he doesnt moan about. And just gets on with it.

Werner adds even more pace than we already have - I'm all for it. Thanks for the video Ally!

Well said Ali, the tribute for Harry was touching inside the stadium - the burnley fans were definitely applauding. ❤ Excited about Werner, and hopefully a CB soon. Porro has been phenomenal and so consistent this season, long may it continue.

It was such a lovely and humane touching gesture for the saddened loss of our 16 yr old fan😢😢❤❤

Ange has seen Werner up close. He played for Leipzig against Celtic in the Champions league in 2022 and scored a goal in the second leg of the tie at Celtic Park.

Werner deal is a no lose situation. I’m backing a massive success under Ange. Great content again Alasdair 😊

The way I look at the Tottenham front 3 and how Ange manages it is almost like a Major League Baseball pitcher. Sure having a true get by you fastball like Harry Hane was nice, but each player Ange has as front three options is almost like a different pitch to keep the opponent guessing how he’s going to attack. Kulusevski is that sweeping curve that bends the ball away from the keeper. Son is a two seam fastball that goes fast and darts in, etc. Timo just adds to that mix.

I am absolutely delighted with the signing. I have full trust in Ange and if this is the man he wants I am 100% behind him. He was offside a lot for Chelsea, bit like Richy in his first season but Ange has turned that around and if he can do the same with Werner he can be a top top talent. Keep up the good work Ali. Us spurs fans are so lucky to have you

Thanks Ali. After watching the Burnley game, we really need a target man who is pacey (and can press). I think Timo will work well under the Ange system. Trust the process- it is highly analytical and Ange puts a premium in character too. Hopefully Ange can "unlock" his full potential.

Our last 10 signings Vicario, VDV, Udogie, Porro, Romero, Bentancur, Bissouma, Kulu, Johnson, Maddison whoever is buying players has brought really well. All 10 of them signings are now clear bargains. Other than a couple strays we have brought exceptionally well last 2 windows. So I gotta trust Ange on this one.

Yessssssssss Ali, this I am looking forward to listening/watching. What a goal by Porro and signing Werner could be a masterstroke, nice and early. Now onto the defensive side. #COYS

Timo & Brennan bring speed to both wings. It seems Kulu needs to add box to box midfielder to his portfolio. Can you imagine Kulu as a squad player? Sorry for Ben Davies injury, but he has silenced critics as to his squad worth & we hope for a strong recovery. Now bring in Dragusin & the window will be gold.

That Davies injury is made worse by the fact that 7 minutes injury time added was ridiculous. I think he did his hamstring in the 95th minute

I can imagine Sonny welcoming him in fleunt German

Pedro Porro: The best teeth in the Premier League _and_ spectacular goals! What more could we ask for?

There is zero risk to Spurs on this deal, and most imprortantly, as you say Alasdair, Ange wants him. It's a smart January type deal, you rarely sign a 'big' name in this window and we need something positive to happen in the final third. Other teams fans are already bemoaning why Spurs have moved so quickly on this. So get Dragusin this week (especially afater Davies injury) and already a very good window for Spurs.

Love the little tangents you go on in your videos, it makes them more enjoyable to watch

Thanks for the update , I have the feeling that Werner may hit the ground running, if he can get back to previous form he has a chance of getting back into the Germany squad which is a pretty big motivator and good for Spurs. I wish Eric well if he heads to Germany, he does really love Spurs but a change in life can be good .

Ange improves players that were previously unfavoured, that we would have sold on like, Davies, Emerson , Lo Celso and Richarlison. Ange also gets more out of the players that we know were good already, but, they're now playing at the top of their level, like Vicario, Porro and Udogie. I am optimistic and hopeful that Werner will work out.

Werner is a great option too have. His finishing and decision making might be average but workrate, pace and positioning is incredible. If there is one thing Timo Werner get you, it's chances. The reason he usally scores so much is because he creates so many chances that he eventually scores one. He has a knack for ending up at the right place at the right time.

Just spent ages trying to decide on what film to watch - and the saw this video perfect timing

Feels like Ange is assembling the cast for a Netflix drama about a football team with a rag-tag group of eccentric but loveable weirdos who have all been previously written-off or cast aside but prevail against all the odds.

The point I think people miss is that Ange going for Werner shows an immense confidence in his own abilities. In Ange I trust.

What made the goal even better was that he won the ball back himself so showed that side of his game and then hit that beauty of a knuckle ball into the top corner !!! Wow 🤩

Watching this videos for 2 years now. Scrolled down the channel and felt a lot of nostalgia reading the titles of all the videos, all the way down to Gareth Bale rumours and videos on Pochettino's exit. Mad how time goes on.

Ange has created a warrior mindset. Every player on the pitch portrays a combative style. So impressed. All these hamstring injuries are worrying. Ali you are on it!!

Sigh, cannot we go through one game without players getting injured! Need to get that Dragusin deal done by Monday. We need an elite winger too, Werner can potentially be an ideal fit for Ange, time will tell.

TBH I do prefer the Werner loan deal than Jota. I feel he has more proven runs on the board and has a bit of a point to prove too.

Werners stats are not terrible and 19/20 season was incredible 👍 The legendary number of Wayne Gretzky could be used... #99 ❤️

I found Alasdair's analysis of the Timo Werner loan really illuminating: it covers the Postecoglou angle, Werner as a player & his stats, and his fit into Spurs frontline given we are going to be without Son for a while. Also, Alasdair's analysis of Brennan Johnson and his performance is also really good and thought-provoking.

Werner needs minutes and encouragement. He wasn't getting either from Thomas Tuchel. If the fans get behind him and with Postecoglou's interest and support he could do very well. If nothing else, you get a player who can play three positions across the front.

Salah flopped at Chelsea too. Werner has the potential to be our Salah if Ange can get it out of him. Seems like a no risk punt with a lot of upside.

This is exactly what I was waiting for!

Thank goodness i don't use social media, i think Johnson has done well, hes only a young lad and he's causing defenses problems

Struggling to find a downside to this loan deal. I trust Ange will get more out of Werner than Chelsea did. He will suit the game style and clearly will have a point to prove. If it doesn't work out, it will still help to fill a temporary gap up front. The inability of the current attacking options to finish is clearly worrying Ange. Can't be relying on fullbacks to score. I suspect, like you, it is a fall back to a longer term deal for Jota who would doubtless be more costly and may be harder to extract from Saudi.

I am looking forward to seeing what he can do for us he is a completely different option to richy for us so gives us good options

Ange wants him, then we want him. "Its werner on the dancefloor" COYS

I really was impressed with Scarlett ! He’s filled out and looks like the perfect physical specimen to be a top PL striker. That’s my only problem with Werner deal. I wanted him and Veliz before injury to get experience as we are at beginning of a project

I think its a good deal, I know he had a hard time at Chelsea but he is very quick and if anyone can get him firing its Big Ange Postecoglou. I just want Radu Dragusin NOW.

Timo Werner is a great addition and I'm convinced he will improve our team. Welcome TW. I'm really impressed with Emerson Royal's performances in recent games at centre back. I was initially worried but he has been fantastic ( with BD) and all credit to him. Last year I read an article where he expressed his desire to always try to improve himself as a footballer so all credit to him.

Good to hear you're sounding better and not so flat, mate

Werner has chosen Ange's Tottenham (who were 8th last season) over Manchester United (who were 3rd last season). Dragusin is waiting for a response from Ange's Tottenham (who were 8th last season) over Napoli (who were 1st last season and still in UCL contention this season). Just think about that for a second.

That Porro goal vs Man United was his true arrival to the team 😍

In a cup game like that Burnley match, what you NEED is moments like that. Players like that. X factor players, that can grab the match and the team by the scruff of the neck, and pull you through.

After finding out my bath has a leak , pissing down into my kitchen thus tripping the main electric circuit off for most of the day this video has popped up at just the perfect time for me 😂 so cheers Alasdair & happy new year 🥳 Im delighted with the Werner signing short term it’s a sweet deal 👍 COYS ⚽️👊

It worried me seeing our attack last game. So I’m excited that after that poor display we immediately heard about an attacking transfer. I’m excited for the possibility or Johnson Sonny Werner and Maddison front 4

If we sign Werner & Dragusin and sell Dier then this will be a really good transfer window for us

Thanks for the quick upload as always Ali

The funny thing about Porro was I was thinking this was the worst I've seen him play since his debut almost, his corners were terrible, free kicks a waste of time and then out of the blue he scores a fantastic goal. To be honest not many of the team delivered the goods Bentancur, Brennan Johnson, Royal, Udogie and Davies being the exceptions. It was good to see Dane Scarlett play some minutes especially as Veliz is now out and Sess back after a year irrespective of what happens with him, good to see him back. As for Werner coming in it's seems like a good deal to me, Hugo Lloris salary will take care of his and with Son in Asia we're going to need all the help we can get up front, all of our forwards need serious help with their timing he'll be no different. As for the Dragusin transfer I don't think that's going to happen too much penny pinching and I think it's Juventus have offered money and 2 players for him, it's been a week already they've dropped the price 5 million for Levy, he should just pay it and get the deal done. Hope I'm wrong about Dragusin but certainly not holding my breath good job VDV is back, looking forward to a better draw for round 4 have a great week, stay healthy, take care of yourself.

I wondered why Ange was rather "cocky" in his recent press appearance. He has tricks up his sleeve!!!

This has become a part of my daily schedule after a game! Great work as always! 😁

Great video Ali as always, Looking forward to seeing Werner & Maddison link up, just hope Werner can stop being caught offside all the time.

Enjoying the quality Angeball analysis on a sunny Sunday arvo in Oz with a cold beer or six.

Thanks for this video Alasdair, will have to watch in the morning though

Seeing how sluggish Richarlison was against Burnley, it’s a good signing with Sonny away for up to a month. It’s a free hit and if he settles well could be a real asset.

What on earth was going on today? From nowhere and nothing to a “Here we go - Werner” in a couple of hours? Not very common, but I like it!

Our players seemed to be reluctant to have a long shot at goal against Burnley, luckily Pedro Porro took one on and it was a scorcher.

I’m optimistic about Timo Werner. Look at the change in Bissouma under Ange (sans suspensions). Under the right manager and system, outcast players can thrive.

Ange has a track record of identifying players that suit Angeball and that don't cost a fortune

Love these watch the day after a game very informative and fair view of the game and squad

Salah and KDB also flopped at Chelsea………….. they didn’t turn out bad

Think this will turn out well for both Spurs and Werner! Love your videos, and I`m proud to be a Spursfan when I see how you represent Spurs in the way you talk and conduct through the videos. Always respectful about players and other teams. Even in tough times, just like Big Ange, taking the difficulties that occurs in a decent way, in the opposite of the dark Jose/Conte period. Like Rocky says, keep on punchin`! Thank you, Ali! C⚽️YS💪

Thank you Alasdair, another great video. Entertaining, balanced and informative. Eagerly looking forward to your next, hopefully including confirmation of our transfer successes 🤞

I'm late to see this video, but thank you as always Gold! Appreciate your work!

Thanks for the update Al, total coincidence that i Tweeted you this afternoon asking if you were going to do a video, and lo and behold a few minutes later you uploaded this one!

Ali, you are a perennial optimist. I loved your analysis on Werner. I hope you're right about him. He will bring more experience up front which, given injuries, I think we need. I think he will be a better option than Gil.

Honestly couldnt agree more on Johnson - think he has been given way to much flack he has looked so bright in a lot of games and he is clearly still learning and improving

I love you alasdair you make my week every time you upload

Thanks Alasdair,, Happy New Year mate.

Literally refreshed Ali's page and the video popped up. Time for a great work out sesh and AG on the speakers

Werner is a great deal for Spurs, we needed to strengthen our attack seeing as Son is on international duty... Cheers Alasdir, brilliant as always!

Living the On Air sign! Think Werner is a no brainer. Literally no risk, can press as hard as anyone, and can’t be any more wasteful in front of goal that our current front three. Plus a very enticing fee if things go well! I’m fully behind this one.

Good evening, Alasdair. Once again a great post. Thanks for your brilliant insights to all things, Tottenham.

Been waiting for this video all day 😭

Yes Ali!! Perfect Saturday evening viewing 👌👌 . Cheers!!

I like the werner move low risk high reward and we need good depth up front and he can play all across the front and he adds a different dynamic

Before watching this Alasdair, my thoughts on Werner was 'what have we done, given his stats over the last few years?' But as always, you make some valid points. Not least his speed, but the underlying key for me is Postacoglu wants him, and if he is good enough for Ange? Then he is good enough for me!

Great video Ali, thanks very much. At the risk of stating the obvious, as a fan, I don't give two hoots if Ange (or any manager) is evasive around injuries; I think that the 'issue' very much an 'in-journalism' thing. If an opposing team isn't preparing for a player because they think he's injured, that's a good thing for Spurs, and journos feeling upset because they weren't told everything is something I think Spurs fans can live with.

From Pennsylvania in the States. Love your videos Ali, keep it up!

Maybe Thomas Broich has been spreading the good word of Ange in Germany

Richarlison was always HK's back-up. Nobody pretends he's the same level (we're talking about the acknowledged world No.1 striker), but he's experienced and is starting to show his quality now he's overcome injury problems. As you say, his work rate is very effective at creating opportunities for colleagues and what really matters is how many winning goals we score, not who scores them.

55:23 A lot of what Johnson does is very good. I feel people criticism of him is essentially same as criticism toward Sonny when he’s not scoring. People forget that just because you try the right thing, you don’t always succeed. One example is his two missed volleys. People forget that bouncing volley is choice for accuracy and not for spectacle. Usually when you try to do direct volley the outcome is out wide or over the bar. I’m not worried about Johnson at all. I think Richy or Kulu better step up if they want to stay in starting 11 next season.

Good update. Useful to hear your conversation whilst I'm doing a few odds and ends! I tend to side with a manager who tactically doesn't want to say about injuries or returns, and let the opposition only find out at the last minute. I also feel for the reporter who asked about the Dier "injury". I guess he felt (wrongly!) a relationship with Ange where he could ask that, and we all know that in the past players not playing sometimes being cited as 'injured' are 'tactical injuries' when a move to a new club is on the cards.

I am excited to see what he will bring . For me if we got timo drag and jota in . It would be a great Jan window . Tuff game . But we did enuff . The back line was great and the goal was amazing. Great video coys

Loving the “on air” sign. Your daughter chose well