Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has placed his faith in the budding talent of teenage forward Will Lankshear, who, despite a disappointing result, showcased his potential during the team's Europa League clash against Galatasaray.
In a thrilling match in Istanbul, the 19-year-old marked his second appearance in the competition by netting his first senior goal for Spurs. However, his night took a turn for the worse when he was shown a red card after just 60 minutes, leaving Tottenham facing an uphill battle in the match.
Postecoglou expressed his satisfaction with Lankshear's performance, confident that the young forward extracted valuable lessons from his experience. "Naturally, he is still finding his feet in senior football; thus, this match offered him important insights," Postecoglou remarked. "The red card was a result of his eagerness, leading to an unfortunate foul, but it’s all part of his learning curve."
Another exciting prospect who took to the field that night was 18-year-old Lucas Bergvall. For him, stepping up to the challenge of European football is just as crucial. Postecoglou underlined the necessity of providing young talent with the chance to understand the demands of such high-stakes competition: "It’s all about exposing them to these environments for their growth and development."
The defeat in Istanbul marked Tottenham's first loss in this season's Europa League campaign, and the team is determined to bounce back with their upcoming fixture against Roma later this month.