Antonio Conte's flexibility in the transfer market has made all the difference for Tottenham this season already. His side have made seven new signings, though they are still being steadily implemented into the squad for league matches, but the difference makers against Wolves proved that being adaptable has been just as important as spending money.
Whereas 33-year-old Ivan Perisic started the game, 22-year-old Ryan Sessegnon finished it off, securing the three points in a struggle of a game, the transfer decisions being made were clear. Perisic, a free transfer owed largely down to Conte's previous relationship with him at Inter Milan, could be one of the best value deals Spurs do.
They have spent over £100m this summer on an array of different signings, and that is what makes them strong contenders. The decision to replace Perisic with Sessegnon also coincided with Wolves introducing the speed of Adama Traore. Had Perisic been up against the Spaniard there might have been trouble, but the youthful fresh legs of Sessegnon matched his opponent.
