Archie Gray

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kingdawson said:
No way.

When you spend upwards of 40m you have every right to expect more then when a youth player is coming up through the system, irrespective of age.

Not to say you expect him to tear it up instantly but you definitely expect some sort of contribution, be it goals, assists, general performance, defensive or attacking contribution etc.
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The price is 40m because of what he has the potential to be as much as what he already is.

That’s why you often pay more for younger players.

I’m expecting him to contribute this season and also get better.
 
Richard Arlison said:
The price is 40m because of what he has the potential to be as much as what he already is.

That’s why you often pay more for younger players.

I’m expecting him to contribute this season and also get better.
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There's definitely an element of the English player tax as well.

Bergvall by comparison cost £8.5m and I can't imagine there's an awful lot of difference between the two players at this stage in their careers.

Bergvall is likely going to be a tad pissed hearing about the £40m player, the same age as he is that Spurs have just bought who plays in the same position as he does.
 
yes said:
There's definitely an element of the English player tax as well.

Bergvall by comparison cost £8.5m and I can't imagine there's an awful lot of difference between the two players at this stage in their careers.

Bergvall is likely going to be a tad pissed hearing about the £40m player, the same age as he is that Spurs have just bought who plays in the same position as he does.
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To be fair both player's ultimate position is hardly set in stone. Both have the talent to play in multiple positions.
 
yes said:
There's definitely an element of the English player tax as well.

Bergvall by comparison cost £8.5m and I can't imagine there's an awful lot of difference between the two players at this stage in their careers.

Bergvall is likely going to be a tad pissed hearing about the £40m player, the same age as he is that Spurs have just bought who plays in the same position as he does.
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He'll have to get used to it if he wants to play for a big club. He has to fight for his spot.
 
spurs9 said:
According to Leeds ITK, The Gray family, have fallen out with the club over forcing Archie out, so it wouldn't surprise me if he leaves Leeds soon. Hopefully we can convince him to join his brother.
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I'd imagine it's not gonna work logistically. One son in London-ish and t'other oop North.
 
kingdawson said:
No way.

When you spend upwards of 40m you have every right to expect more then when a youth player is coming up through the system, irrespective of age.

Not to say you expect him to tear it up instantly but you definitely expect some sort of contribution, be it goals, assists, general performance, defensive or attacking contribution etc.
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Given the escalation of prices, paying £40m for him doesn’t seem that different to paying £20m for sessegnon. Let’s just hope it’s a lot more successful. Signing him not injured is already a bonus!
 
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Gray deal agreed | Tottenham Hotspur

We are delighted to announce the signing of Archie Gray from Leeds United.
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We are delighted to announce the signing of Archie Gray from Leeds United.

The versatile midfielder has signed a contract that will run until 2030 and will wear the number 14 shirt.

Born in Durham, Archie joined Leeds at Under-9 level and after progressing well through their Academy system, picked up his first involvement with their first team in 2021 at the age of just 15, when he was part of their matchday squad in the Premier League.

After winning promotion with Leeds’ Under-21s at the end of the 2022/23 season, he made his senior competitive debut on the opening day of the 2023/24 EFL Championship campaign and starred throughout last term in central midfield and at right-back, making 52 appearances in all competitions as Leeds reached the play-off final at Wembley. His performances led to him being named Championship Young Player of the Season.

Still only 18 years of age, Archie is part of the Gray footballing dynasty at Leeds – his father Andy, grandfather Frank and great uncle Eddie all notably played for the club – while on the international stage, he has represented England throughout the younger age groups, where he has played alongside a number of our own Academy starlets.

He made his first appearances for the Young Lions’ Under-21s earlier this year in European Championship qualifying victories against Azerbaijan and Luxembourg, scoring on his debut against the former.
 
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sudoku said:
www.tottenhamhotspur.com

Gray deal agreed | Tottenham Hotspur

We are delighted to announce the signing of Archie Gray from Leeds United.
www.tottenhamhotspur.com
We are delighted to announce the signing of Archie Gray from Leeds United.

The versatile midfielder has signed a contract that will run until 2030 and will wear the number 14 shirt.

Born in Durham, Archie joined Leeds at Under-9 level and after progressing well through their Academy system, picked up his first involvement with their first team in 2021 at the age of just 15, when he was part of their matchday squad in the Premier League.

After winning promotion with Leeds’ Under-21s at the end of the 2022/23 season, he made his senior competitive debut on the opening day of the 2023/24 EFL Championship campaign and starred throughout last term in central midfield and at right-back, making 52 appearances in all competitions as Leeds reached the play-off final at Wembley. His performances led to him being named Championship Young Player of the Season.
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Number 14 shirt?

Interesting…
 
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