Alasdair Gold has suggested that frozen-out Tottenham star Eric Dier could return to playing as a ‘number six’.
The 29-year-old has not played in Tottenham colours since the team’s final preseason match against Barcelona because he has fallen out of favour with Ange Postecoglou this year.
However, as he stated on his own YouTube channel, Football London journalist Gold did indicate that Eric Dier, who has previously played in midfield, right back, and centre back during his time at Spurs, may possibly be utilised in the middle of the park once more.
Dier’s last midfield appearance came against Aston Villa in 2020, and ever then, he has played centre back, often to the displeasure of many of his own fans.
The 29-year-old’s future at Hotspur Way is without a doubt in jeopardy when information about a recent meeting with Daniel Levy surfaced.
However, despite rumours that Dier might leave during the 2023 summer transfer window, he remained, and journalist Gold, who is located in Tottenham, shared his opinions on the player.
Dier in midfield
“Eric Dier doesn’t suit the Postecoglou system as well as he thinks he does,” said Gold. “He’s not got the pace for that high line. He is going to struggle when the balls are knocked over his head. He will have to adapt his game to it.
“I do wonder if there is a possibility if he ends up becoming a number six again. If there is an injury to Bissouma or Skipp as well.
“I know people are just going to hate on Eric Dier because they just don’t think he is good enough. Whether that is true or not. I think the injury did play a big part for him last season as well. Do I think he fits Postecglou’s system? No.”
Will Dier leave in January?
You have to wonder how Dier will reenter the first-team picture, especially in midfield, given that Tottenham isn’t in Europe.
The only solution is for a few players to enter the recovery area. But if the £85k-a-week star (Spotrac) is still having difficulties in January, you have to wonder how he manages to stay.
The fact that Dier played for England last year and isn’t even being considered by Gareth Southgate for Euro 2024 must be on the player’s mind.
