Jose Mourinho will give Tottenham flop Tanguy Ndombele a second chance to show he can cut it in the Premier League. Spurs’ record £65million buy from Lyon has disappointed during his opening injury-hit season in England, scoring only two goals In 19 league appearances.
And Ndombele, 23, has twice been on the receiving end of public rockets from Mourinho - raising questions about his commitment and fitness.
Yet, despite some particularly harsh words after he subbed him at Burnley back in February, the Spurs manager intends to keep faith with the France international.
He feels that once Ndombele is properly settled - and has had a full pre-season under his watch - he can become a genuine force for the North Londoners.