Antonio Conte says he expects Hugo Lloris to sign a new contract, despite Tottenham’s interest in Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson.
Antonio Conte said: “I am sure in a short time they can find a solution because he loves Tottenham and Tottenham loves him. Hugo today showed he is a top player and always focussed. For us he is very important.”
Lloris went largely untroubled during the clash at Vicarage Road, but came up with a vital save to deny Josh King with the deadlock still intact, before Davinson Sanchez struck deep into stoppage time to earn Spurs a win which takes them back above United in the Premier League table.
Antonio Conte added: “For sure, you can see the level of the goalkeeper in these circumstances. We showed solidity so he didn’t have to make a save until that shot but he showed he stayed focussed. The link between a goalkeeper and the rest of the team is very important. You need that connection when you defend high. The goalkeeper has to follow the game, not only staying on the line to make saves. I have spoken to Hugo about it and he did very well.”
