‘One of the best’ – Exclusive: Bent tips teenager to become ‘Massive player’ for Tottenham
Darren Bent has tipped Ryan Sessegnon to become a “massive player” for Tottenham after establishing himself among the senior side.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider assistant editor Russell Edge, the former Spurs and England striker says that the 19-year-old is one of the best young talents in the country at the moment.
After missing the start of the season through injury, Sessegnon has gone on to play eight times for the Lilywhites, starting the last four games across all competitions under Jose Mourinho.
Bent says that he has been impressed with the youngster’s ability to step up and perform at a higher level with Spurs and that he could become a significant part of the club’s future.
Bent told Football Insider: “I like him, I like him when he plays left wing-back, a little bit of both. I really rate Ryan Sessegnon and he’s done well in the appearances that he’s made.
“I’m a big fan of his and for the future I think he’s going to be a massive player for Spurs. We know Spurs like to sign young, English players and I think they’ve got one of the best ones there.”
Sessegnon joined the Lilywhites from London neighbours Fulham in the summer of 2018, the starlet unable to prevent the Cottagers from suffering relegation last season.
He scored his first goal for Tottenham in the 3-1 Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich, while he has contributed a single assist in his outings so far.
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