On the eve of Tottenham Hotspur's upcoming match against Everton in the 2nd round of the 2024-25 Premier League season, Spurs boss Postecoglou attended a pre-match press conference to break down his team's preparations, players' form, and transfer market dynamics. He first confirmed that Solanke will miss the game due to an ankle injury, while Bentancur is recovering from a head injury and is not expected to play. Postecoglou emphasized the cautious approach to players' health and mentioned that Bissouma is ready to play, but said that the team has several options available at the midfield position.
Speaking about his team's draw with Leicester City in the last round, Postecoglou said he was positive about his team's performance, believing that the team controlled the game and created chances but unfortunately could not convert them into a win. He encouraged his players to continue their good performance and look forward to their first win of the new season with the support of their home fans.
In response to Everton's squad situation, Postecoglou said that although the opponent only has 14 players available, Dyche's team has always been known for its competitive nature, and the remaining players are not bad, so Tottenham Hotspur must be well-prepared. He mentioned that this is Tottenham's first game at home, and he hopes that the players will be able to show their best form with the motivation of the home fans.
In terms of the transfer market, Postecoglou revealed the team's reinforcement strategy in the summer window and explained the reasons for signing Odobel. He emphasized that the team is continuously building and improving the lineup to meet the challenges of the coming season. At the same time, he also expressed his satisfaction with the current thickness of the team's lineup and looked forward to seeing the growth and contribution of young players in the new season.
Finally, Postecoglou reiterated the team's desire to win and its adherence to its tactical philosophy. He said the team has made great progress and will continue to work hard to improve their performance in the upcoming games. He is full of expectation and confidence for the upcoming Everton battle and believes that the team will be able to achieve a great victory with the support of the home fans.
