Tottenham Hotspur's young left-back, Udoki, shared his journey back to the game and the process of adapting to manager Postecoglou's tactical system in an interview with LondonFootball.com. The 21-year-old confronted his long injury and regrets of missing out on the national team with a positive attitude, while expressing his anticipation and confidence for the game ahead.
Udoki said it felt "great" to be back on the field and that he was happy to spend time with his teammates. Although training has not been easy, he is getting back into the swing of things and is grateful to his teammates and family for their support during his injury. He admits that the long absence was a test for him mentally, but it was the experience that made him stronger.
Udoki showed a mature mindset when talking about missing out on the opportunity to play in the Europa League with his teammate Vicario. He believes that it was a tough process, but that there are still many opportunities waiting for him in the future, so he chooses to keep his eyes on the future and focus on his own growth and the team's victories.
Udoki has high praise for the performance of temporary left back Jamie Donley. He described Donley as a talented player capable of playing any position and showed great strength against K-League All-Stars. Udoki also said that he will learn from Donley and keep improving his game.
Udoki has worked hard in adapting to Postecoglou's system of play. He admits that it is one of the toughest tactical systems he has ever experienced, requiring constant attacking and defending, as well as intense sprinting. However, through training and studying, he has gradually adapted to the tactical requirements and is feeling more and more comfortable. Udoki said he will continue to work hard to improve his ability to contribute to the team on both offense and defense.
In addition, Udoki spoke about his growth and future goals. He said that growing up, he used to imitate Marcelo's style of play, but now he is more focused on scrutinizing his performance and correcting his mistakes. He hopes to become an integral part of the team through constant hard work and improvement.
Speaking about Tottenham Hotspur's newest addition, Liang Min Ge, Udoki also expressed his opinion. He believes that Liang Min Ge is a very promising young player with excellent speed and ball control. He believes the addition of Liang Min Ge will bring more energy and competitiveness to the team.
Finally, Udoki also talked about the team's expectations for the season. He said that as the players familiarize themselves with Postecoglou's tactical system and their self-confidence improves, they believe they can achieve something big. He looks forward to working hard with his teammates and winning more honors for the team.
