Danny Rose’s story of rising to the next level at Spurs has been a phenomenal one, to say the least. Since joining the Lilywhites from Leeds United in 2006 at the tender age of 17, he has slowly but surely made his way to the first-team and he is the longest serving player at White Hart Lane. The path to success was never an easy one for the English international but his strong determination helped him to clinch success.
Rose is right now the first choice left-back not only at Spurs but also for his country. It was an embarrassing Euro 2016 campaign for the Three Lions but the 26-year-old was one of the rare success stories in France. His form for both club and country has already attracted interest from rivals and The Mirror claims that he will be offered a new contract to fend off interest from cash-rich Chelsea and Manchester City.
Rose’s current £35k-a-week package does not really do justice to his displays for the North London side. He is a key part of Mauricio Pochettino’s plans and has just entered his peak years. Considering that Rose is a late-bloomer, the next 3-4 seasons could prove to be the best he delivers and it will prove to be beneficiary for Spurs going forward.
Rose is someone who has given his everything to make his name as a key part of Spurs. He had four different loan spells with Watford, Peterborough United, Bristol City and Sunderland handed Rose valuable first-team experience. Starting his career as a left-winger, the Englishman gradually developed on the defensive sides of his game.
Since the arrival of Pochettino, Rose managed to take his game to the next level. Pochettino wants his full-backs to burst forward from the flanks and Rose suits his idea perfectly. Rose notched up four assists while netting one goal last season in the Premier League from just 24 games. That’s quite productive for a full-back.
As Rose started his career as a winger, his brilliant attacking duties are quite expected but he also excels defensively, contrary to popular elief. The 26-year-old averaged 2.8 tackles, 1.6 clearances and 3.3 clearances last season in the Premier League which is remarkable.
Spurs need to do everything in their powers to retain the core of their squad for a long time and Rose is a key part of their side. They should not waste any time and tie the defender with a long-term contract at White Hart Lane.
