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Alasdair Gold

Tottenham's potential player of the year who Antonio Conte claimed can become world class

Rodrigo Bentancur has reached new heights at Tottenham Hotspur since arriving on deadline day in the January transfer window this year.

The Uruguayan was just 24 when he walked through the doors at Hotspur Way after a move from Juventus which will cost Spurs just 19m euros (£16.3m), payable in three financial years, and may increase by an additional 6m euros (£5.1m) if Bentancur meets specific sporting objectives during his contract.

He became an instant success at Tottenham, impressing the fans the moment he took to the pitch on his debut in the FA Cup against Brighton, with his composure on the ball, quick passing and aggressive tackling instantly catching the eye. Along with fellow new arrival from Juventus Dejan Kulusevski, Bentancur helped transform Spurs into a team able to grab a spot in the top four.

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