Go for it Poch – Tottenham must knock Liverpool out of the running for this Euro World Cup star

Why Spurs should beat Liverpool to sign Croatian sensation Domagoj Vida

Liverpool and Everton have been interested in signing Croatian international Domagoj Vida from Besiktas. However, it seems like Tottenham have also joined the race to sign the 29-year-old in their bid to replace Toby Alderweireld, who will certainly be on his way out.

Vida has had a reasonable World Cup campaign and a commanding league season to boot. While he gets ready to play the semi-final, Spurs should do everything possible to sign him this summer. With the qualities he possesses, it is quite easy to believe that he could replace Alderweireld at the heart of Spurs’ defence.

Let us take an in-depth look at the player and conclude why the North London club should pursue him

Player Analysis – Domagoj Vida

Vida’s flexibility to play across various positions in the back line is truly impressive. Although his height is not ideal, he possesses the required tenacity to win aerial duels and shrug off centre-forwards with ease.

He won an average of 2.6 aerial duels per game in the Turkish league last season, proving his determination to win headers and dominate the game physically. The Croat is a competitive individual who can inspire his teammates to perform according to the original plan as well.

In addition, Vida’s propensity to make recovery runs will be quite useful when playing in a high-line defence. The 29-year-old doesn’t lack enthusiasm and often fights to win every challenge, making him a perfect candidate to partner Jan Vertonghen.

Vida’s pass success rate of 87.3% makes him a complete centre-back, capable of playing in a Mauricio Pochettino system.

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Verdict

Domagoj Vida is a high-class centre-back who can make a difference in the Premier League, simultaneously allowing him to maximize his unguarded reputation in world football. He is a feisty character and has a penchant for making a robust tackle or two to set the tone on the field.

The 29-year-old possesses all the right attributes to become a key member for Tottenham. With Jan Vertonghen already in the mix, Vida would prove to be an ideal partner for the Belgian.

They are quite similar in terms of competitiveness, robustness and are both capable when it comes to dominating centre-forwards with ease. Hence, Spurs must beat Liverpool to sign Vida and establish a solid centre-back partnership alongside Vertonghen.