- Jan 14, 2004
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These players are in no particular order, just a list of 10 players, some who we have been linked with that I will be watching closely during the Euros.
1. Gokhan Inler, Switzerland, DM
As an Udinese follower I am really interested in whether he can continue his great season into June. Been a revelation at Udi and the fans in the Friuli love his cultured passing and his defensive awareness. Will get stuck in when needed to.
2. Jeremy Toulalan, France, DM
DM's probably feature a lot, since we are short of one, so any DM with the class of Toulalan is going to get special attention during the Euros. We all know about most of the French players and they have a lot to choose from in midfield, but I expect Toulalan to have a major role.
3. Miguel Veloso, Portugal, DM
While most of the worlds eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo, I dare say a fair few of us will be casting a look at Miguel Veloso, especially after the recent links with him. Could he be a solution in our midfield with his passing ability, I guess we will all know a little more about him after the tournament.
4. Mario Gomez, Germany, ST
Has had a great season this year and with Germany being seemingly one of the strongest sides there we might just see some fireworks from Gomez. Should be a contendender for top scorer.
5. Giorgio Chiellini, Italy, CB/LB
With most of the Italian team picking itself the major talking point has been who will replace injured captain Fabio Cannavaro at the back. The answer is probably Barzagli, but I expect Chiellini will see much more time in these euros than he might have. Big, strong and physical he is a real no nonsense defender.
6. Raphael ven der Vaart, Holland, CM
The jewel in BMJ's Hamburg team will probably be one of the most watched midfielders of the tournament. With Holland opening against Italy at the Wankdorff, VDV will have to be at his creative best against such experienced opposition.
7. David Villa, Spain, ST
One of the hottest properties around right now, with a reported tag of 17m, his partnership with Torres during the Euros could finally bring the Spain some glory. Since we have been strongly linked of course most Spurs fans will be watching closely.
8. Ruben De la Red, Spain, CM
Villa isn't the only Spaniard we have been linked to this summer, as the journo's naturally decide that Ramos will do a Rafa and go and raid Spain at every opportunity. I could have chosen Sergio Garcia, but if he gets some games I will definately be watching De la Red.
9. Andrey Arshavin, Russia, ST/AMC
He put in some stunning performances for Russia in qualification and for Zenit in the UEFA cup and lots of clubs are watching him closely (although not many can afford his wages). Clearly the star of the Russian team, which could surprise a few.
10. Luka Modric, Croatia, AMC
Our very own Luka. If there is a single Spurs fan out there that won't be watching every Croatia game just to see our new boy light up the tournament then I would be surprised. Can't wait to see him pulling the strings for a Croatia team at the Euros and Tottenham next season.
1. Gokhan Inler, Switzerland, DM
As an Udinese follower I am really interested in whether he can continue his great season into June. Been a revelation at Udi and the fans in the Friuli love his cultured passing and his defensive awareness. Will get stuck in when needed to.
2. Jeremy Toulalan, France, DM
DM's probably feature a lot, since we are short of one, so any DM with the class of Toulalan is going to get special attention during the Euros. We all know about most of the French players and they have a lot to choose from in midfield, but I expect Toulalan to have a major role.
3. Miguel Veloso, Portugal, DM
While most of the worlds eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo, I dare say a fair few of us will be casting a look at Miguel Veloso, especially after the recent links with him. Could he be a solution in our midfield with his passing ability, I guess we will all know a little more about him after the tournament.
4. Mario Gomez, Germany, ST
Has had a great season this year and with Germany being seemingly one of the strongest sides there we might just see some fireworks from Gomez. Should be a contendender for top scorer.
5. Giorgio Chiellini, Italy, CB/LB
With most of the Italian team picking itself the major talking point has been who will replace injured captain Fabio Cannavaro at the back. The answer is probably Barzagli, but I expect Chiellini will see much more time in these euros than he might have. Big, strong and physical he is a real no nonsense defender.
6. Raphael ven der Vaart, Holland, CM
The jewel in BMJ's Hamburg team will probably be one of the most watched midfielders of the tournament. With Holland opening against Italy at the Wankdorff, VDV will have to be at his creative best against such experienced opposition.
7. David Villa, Spain, ST
One of the hottest properties around right now, with a reported tag of 17m, his partnership with Torres during the Euros could finally bring the Spain some glory. Since we have been strongly linked of course most Spurs fans will be watching closely.
8. Ruben De la Red, Spain, CM
Villa isn't the only Spaniard we have been linked to this summer, as the journo's naturally decide that Ramos will do a Rafa and go and raid Spain at every opportunity. I could have chosen Sergio Garcia, but if he gets some games I will definately be watching De la Red.
9. Andrey Arshavin, Russia, ST/AMC
He put in some stunning performances for Russia in qualification and for Zenit in the UEFA cup and lots of clubs are watching him closely (although not many can afford his wages). Clearly the star of the Russian team, which could surprise a few.
10. Luka Modric, Croatia, AMC
Our very own Luka. If there is a single Spurs fan out there that won't be watching every Croatia game just to see our new boy light up the tournament then I would be surprised. Can't wait to see him pulling the strings for a Croatia team at the Euros and Tottenham next season.
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