Dec 15 2008
Redknapp Looking to Sign New Keeper in January
Despite some excellent performances from Heurelho Gomes in recent weeks; Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp will still be looking to bring a new goalkeeper into the club in January. After a poor start to the season for Gomes, I’m sure it’s nothing more than a safety measure from the experienced manager; he knows that Tottenham can’t afford anymore goalkeeping inconsistencies, and if Gomes does begin to falter again then it’s obviously better for Tottenham to have cover there than to take the needless risk.
So it’s likely that a new keeper will join Spurs in January; it’s what Harry Redknapp wants, and I’m sure it’s what he’ll get too. Gomes can put in some exceptional performances at times; he can pull off some absolute world class stops on a good day, a backup is required for the bad days though, and that’s why it’s Redknapp’s wish to bring in a new keeper in the transfer window.
Come January Heurelho Gomes will have to fight hard for his place in the first team; if he can keep performing like he did against Manchester United at the weekend however then he should have no problems whatsoever in keeping his place as first choice Tottenham keeper. Gomes was exceptional at White Hart Lane on Saturday, he’s gone from zero to hero in a matter of weeks, and fans will be hoping his good form continues as the season progress.
A place in Europe next term is still very much achievable for Tottenham; they’re now only three points behind 9th place Wigan, and if Gomes can continue stopping shots as he did against United then he could play a key role in Tottenham’s push for a place in Europe next season.
