Perfect Opportunity: Ange Now Has the Ideal Reason to Sell £80m “Titanic” Spurs Star – Opinion

Tottenham Hotspur’s season took another unpredictable turn yesterday evening.

 

After a disappointing Europa League draw against Rangers on Thursday night, Ange Postecoglou’s team delivered a resounding response, thrashing Southampton 5-0 in the Premier League.

 

The North London side made an electric start, scoring in the first minute and netting three goals within the first 15 minutes.

 

Their commanding performance showcased the immense potential of Postecoglou’s squad when things fall into place.

 

One standout player in the victory at St Mary’s may have inadvertently provided Tottenham with a reason to part ways with one of their underperforming stars for a massive fee.

Spurs’ Surprise Performer

 

The player in question is English right-back Djed Spence.

 

After joining Tottenham from Middlesbrough in the summer of 2022 for around £20 million, Spence’s journey with the club has been far from straightforward.

 

He spent the next few seasons on loan in the Championship, Ligue 1, and Serie A.

 

This season, Spence’s future at the club appeared uncertain, especially after being left out of Tottenham’s Europa League squad.

 

However, following several substitute appearances, he was handed his first start of the campaign against Southampton—and seized the opportunity with both hands.

 

Described as “swashbuckling” by Ian Wright, Spence was solid defensively and decisive in attack.

 

He provided the assist for James Maddison’s opener and played pivotal roles in Tottenham’s second and fifth goals.

His performance earned widespread acclaim, with Spurs journalist Alasdair Gold awarding him an 8/10 match rating and calling his display “spectacular.”

 

The 6-foot defender’s showing may have given Tottenham the confidence to consider selling one of his positional rivals, who has been linked with a lucrative transfer for some time.

 

The Star Ange Could Let Go

 

Spence’s excellent performance has cast doubt on the future of Pedro Porro, who plays in the same position.

 

Porro joined Tottenham for around £40 million under former manager Antonio Conte and has been the first-choice right-back since Postecoglou’s arrival.

 

The 25-year-old Spaniard has been a strong attacking force for Spurs, recording nine goals and 13 assists in 74 appearances—a goal involvement every 3.36 games on average.

 

His attacking prowess has attracted interest from major clubs, including Real Madrid and Manchester City.

 

Reports from October suggest Tottenham values Porro at £80 million.

With Spence showing he could step up, the club might be more inclined to cash in on Porro at such a high valuation.

 

Although Porro is undeniably talented, he has shown defensive vulnerabilities this season.

 

His defensive lapses were evident in Thursday night’s draw against Rangers, where he failed to track his runner, leading to the opposition’s goal.

 

Postecoglou was visibly frustrated with him at full-time, admonishing him on the pitch.

 

While Porro’s attacking contributions have made him a key asset, his defensive inconsistencies present challenges for Tottenham.

 

If Spence continues to impress, the club may find it worthwhile to sell Porro for a significant sum.

 

A Decision for the Future

 

Ultimately, Tottenham faces a crucial decision. While Porro is a proven talent, his defensive flaws could hinder Postecoglou’s plans.

 

On the other hand, Spence’s performance against Southampton suggests he is ready to take on a larger role in the squad.

 

If the club receives an offer close to £80 million for Porro, it might be a smart financial and tactical move to let him go.

Daniel Levy and his team could reinvest the funds elsewhere, while Postecoglou would have a promising alternative in Spence.

 

For now, Spence’s emergence offers Tottenham not only a reason for optimism but also a potential solution to reshape their squad moving forward.