Would Tottenham fans embrace such a signing?
Emmanuel Adebayor, Tottenham Hotspur striker. Those very words may stick in some Spurs fans throat, but it is a possibility that may very well become fact over the next few weeks. Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has confirmed he is extremely interested in the former Arsenal frontman, who is currently looking for a new club. But should Spurs fans remain so angry towards Togo international, in light of his proposed move, and should many be against such a signing?
Adebayor was recently left out of Manchester City’s tour of America and has been forced to train with their youth team, after returning from his holidays. Suddenly unwanted in Manchester, he spent the second-half of last season on loan at Real Madrid after seemingly falling out with City boss Roberto Mancini, and has made no secret of his desire to make that loan move permanent, issuing several ‘come and get me’ pleas to the Spanish giants. Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho is said to be interested in making a deal happen, but Real are reluctant, having their cash tied up in chasing several other targets. This leaves Tottenham his most likely destination at this present moment, if Spurs chairman Daniel Levy can thrash out a suitable loan deal with City, which would leave some fans in an unhappy situation. But should they forget the players past and cross the divide?
Regardless of what many may think about Adebayor the man, Adebayor the player is a proven goalscorer in the Premier League, and a proven handful when he is on his game. With Peter Crouch out of favour, Adebayor is seen as his perfect replacement and an upgrade with a better all-around game. This is what manager Harry Redknapp no doubt sees and, as we all know, when it comes to crossing divides and leaving loyalties to one side, Redknapp is a man who’s been there, scene it and done it! He could prove one of the ‘buys’ of the season, if a cheaper loan deal can be worked out.
Of course, Adebayor was a hate figure at Tottenham during his 4-year stint with bitter rivals Arsenal, scoring eight times in nine north London derbies. Although he moved on, two goals during a Champions League match against Spurs, whilst on loan at Madrid did nothing to suppress any lingering anger felt towards the former Gunner. But surprisingly, any anger from Spurs fans felt towards Adebayor may well be out-weighed when measured in comparison against what Arsenal fans feel. Once hailed at the Emirates, he is now firmly a villain in those parts, due to his acrimonious departure, seemingly in search of the new wealth which Manchester City had acquired. His goal against Arsenal during his first game against his old club, along with his now infamous celebration in taunting their fans, cemented his place as their new hate figure, possibly even surpassing any current Tottenham player. Various flashpoints and nasty incidents on the pitch, most notably against Robin van Persie, only served to enhance the hatred. Can you imagine the scenes of delirium, and equal anguish, if Adebayor was to perform his goalscoring antics against Arsenal, in a Tottenham jersey?
So, Spurs fans, who was it who said ‘the enemy of my enemy is my friend’?
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Not normally, but we need a striker who can score – which he can. Plus, he has a similar sort of relationship with Arsenal fans.
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SIGN HIM UP HARRY!
I don’t care what he did, he is a fantastic player and it would piss off those silly Gunners even more
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lewis Reply:
July 22nd, 2011 at 9:39 pm
Fantastic player he isn’t but effective…yes, he can’t do that much on his own in the way other players of his value and slary. Unfortunately although Spurs are a good team I would think he wold want to be going to a top team in europe/champs league team.
Although if he did go to spurs he would instantly be the best striker at the club and his head would inflate even more (if possible).
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I’m praying he comes to Tottenham, we need his proven scoring ability but most of all his potent heading ability.
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Please sign him ‘Arry!
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Though Adeybayor has a history of falling out with Clubs it wouldbe well worth taking him on loan. In any event Spurs would not be able to justify buying him at the price City would want or be prepared to pay his full wages. If he goes to Spurs it will be last minute and because no one else can offer a better deal.
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jasonsmith Reply:
July 24th, 2011 at 1:02 am
The last line of what you said seems completely spot on. This coming from a spurs fan.
….and it also depends on whether Madrid get Neymar in.
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Not that Spurs fans like living in the past or something, but for me his days at Arse do not matter so much for me. His celebration when he scored against them for Mank City said it all for me. He would be a great addition to our team.
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