‘Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario conquers England’ – Football Italia

La Gazzetta dello Sport’s London correspondent Davide Chinellato claims Guglielmo Vicario is “conquering England” and explains why Ange Postecoglou is impressed by the Italy international.

Vicario has kept four clean sheets in 14 Premier League games with Tottenham and has made some impressive saves for Spurs this season, helping the north London side stay in the race for a Champions League spot.

La Gazzetta dello Sport’s London correspondent, Chinellato has explained how the ex-Empoli goalkeeper has quickly become a key player in north London.

“The former Empoli star is doing so well with Tottenham that he is considered the best [portero] in the first part of the Premier League season,” said the Italian journalist.

“He was probably the best in the first 10 games, where he helped Tottenham stay unbeaten and probably remains that way even if Spurs have slowed down a bit. Vicario was not at fault for any of Manchester City’s three goals on the final day and continued to make impressive saves.

“Vicario is conquering England not only because of what he does in goal. Postecoglou has praised him many times for his leadership on the field and the confidence that he transmits to his teammates, which is what a goalkeeper should be able to do.”

Italian coach Luciano Spalletti called up Vicario for international matches in September, October and November, but the 27-year-old goalkeeper has yet to make his debut for the Azzurri.

“Who knows if Spalletti is paying attention to what is happening in the Premier League and if Vicario could threaten Donnarumma’s starting status,” Chinellato said.

“For now, Tottenham are delighted that the €20m spent in the summer, when he was almost unknown, appears to be the best money Spurs spent in the transfer campaign. [de verano]”.

The status of Vicar in Italy has been widely debated on the Peninsula, especially after Gigio Donnarumma’s recent howls with PSG. However, both Gigi Buffon and Walter Zenga have come to the ex-Milan’s defense. The goalkeeper says the 24-year-old will react and will not be replaced by Italian CT Spalletti anytime soon.