Tottenham transfer window round-up

The transfer window has slammed shut. The players at the club now are ones that Andre Villas-Boas will have to utilise until January, at least. But was it a successful summer for Spurs? Charlie McBride finds out. 

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How Spurs could line-up next season

It’s refreshing, isn’t it? Tottenham Hotspur are doing something unheard of – making signings before deadline day.

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Gylf? What’s a Gylf? Oh, a Gylf

The news on Monday night broke that Tottenham Hotspur had, reportedly, agreed a €10m fee with Hoffenheim for Gylfi Sigurdsson, according to Bild.

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The weak link in the Spurs team

With Spurs high-flying in the Premiership, it is easy to see why they are being labelled as perennial title contenders. 11 games unbeaten, 10 of which were wins, sees the North Londoners in third place with the potential to rise above Manchester United into second. Therefore, To the Lane and Back has taken the opportunity to determine whether or not the starting XI actually has any weak links? 

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Should Redknapp be starting Defoe over Van der Vaart?

It is a selection headache that any manager would crave, or even loathe. Jermain Defoe, the pint-sized hit-man, has been in superb form for Tottenham recently, adding to his goal tally with each passing game. But, waiting in the wings is Rafael Van der Vaart. The Dutchman has the ability to make something out of nothing, unlock the most subborn of defences with a simple pass and, once again nearing full-fitness, any fan would love the luxury of calling on the talented midfielder. Both can't play at the same time so what to do? Claire Needham investigates for To the Lane and Back.

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Tottenham’s top five goals of the season so far

There have been some truly memorable goals at White Hart Lane over the past few years and this season has seen the club score some absolute beauties both home and away. To the Lane and Back will now look at our choices for the top five goals that have rippled the back of the net so far this season

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Ameobi strike stuns Spurs

Shola Ameobi executed a stunning strike four minutes from time that saw Newcastle United extend their unbeaten start to the season after coming from behind twice in an enthralling 2-2 draw at St. James' Park.

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Spurs best XI in full

There we have it, To the Lane and Back's best XI in full, playing a 4-2-3-1 formation which, this Spurs site believes, will bring out the best in each and every player.

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Spurs best XI in depth: Rafael Van der Vaart

The final piece of To the Lane and Back's midfield puzzle comes in the shape of Rafael Van der Vaart.

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Would you rather Jermain Defoe or Rafael Van der Vaart?

Outspokenness aside, Van set Vaart would be the man to get the nod ahead of the competition. Unfortunately, that competition comes in the form of a pint-sized forward who, on his day, is a real handful for any defence.

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Redknapp posed with selection problem

Harry Redknapp has admitted he faces a selection headache between Jermain Defoe and Rafael Van der Vaart after the latter voiced his concerns at being utilised on the wing.

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Van der Vaart wants to be subbed

Harry Redknapp admits Rafael Van der Vaart wants to be subbed each game in order to protect him from injury.

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