Ange Postecoglou has praised Dejan Kulusevski for reaching ‘another level’ this season, despite Tottenham Hotspur’s struggles.
The Sweden international has arguably been Tottenham’s best player this season, sitting first among his teammates for chances created (37), successful take-ons (24), carries into the final third (42) and passes into the opposition penalty area (36).
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Kulusevski has always been an effective ball player but even more impressive this season is his eye for goal.
The former Juventus man netted in Sunday’s 6-3 defeat to Liverpool, meaning he’s now scored in each of his last five games across all competitions.
Kulusevski has seven goals and seven assists to his name across all competitions this season, looking on course to make this his most prolific campaign yet.
Dejan Kulusevski reaches the next level despite Spurs struggles
Thanks in no small part to an injury crisis, Spurs have endured a difficult campaign so far, sitting 11th in the Premier League table.
However, Kulusevski’s form has been a source of relief and Postecoglou has credited the forward for adding more goals to his game and reaching the next level.
“I think Deki’s been outstanding all year,” the Australian boss told reporters (via Football.London). “That’s probably the next part of his game (goals), not that he’s never had it but he’s adding it now.
“He’s been really clean with his finishing and it’s a credit to him. He’s taken his game to another level. I think a few of the boys have to be fair. It’s probably not as evident at the moment because we’re in a difficult situation.”
Tottenham will hope Kulusevski can continue his excellent form as they face Nottingham Forest away and Wolves at home during the Christmas period.