Fraser Forster
Posted in2022-2023-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Fraser Forster on his decision to join Spurs #THFC #SAINTSFC

June 9, 2022
FRASER Forster described as a "fantastic opportunity" the chance to join Tottenham Hotspur, insisting: "I couldn't get here fast enough." Forster's departure from Saints after eight years was today confirmed, with his contract set to expire at the end of this month. And Spurs have moved quickly to snap up the England goalkeeper, who arrives on a free transfer and officially becomes a Tottenham player on July 1. Forster will battle Hugo Lloris for the starting spot in north London, with Antonio Conte's Spurs gearing up for a return to the Champions League, following their fourth-placed finish in the Premier League. Discussing his move, Forster told Tottenham's official website: "I’m absolutely delighted. “This is a fantastic opportunity for me. When a team like this comes along, it’s impossible to say no. I couldn’t get here fast enough to get it done. “Everything about the place is world-class. "The stadium is probably the best I’ve ever been to - ask any player in the Premier League, and that’s what they’ll say. "The training ground is unbelievable, to be able to come here and work, and work hard, I’m very privileged. "It’s an opportunity I’m very grateful for." He added: “It will be a fantastic season, fantastic to have Champions League football, obviously, important to have got that, and now having achieved that, I’m sure the club will want to go as far as they can in the competition. "I’ve played almost 50 European games, so if I can come in and help in any way possible, that’s what I’ll be looking to do.” Forster made 162 appearances for Saints, following his arrival from Celtic in the summer of 2014. A message from the Editor Thank you for reading this article - we appreciate your support in reading the Daily Echo. Subscribing to the Echo means you have unrestricted access to the latest news, features and Saints coverage - all with an advertising-light website. You will also have full access to Saintsplus, your new home for Southampton FC tactical analysis, features and much, much more. Don't take my word for it - subscribe here to see for yourself. Follow the latest breaking news in the Southampton area by joining our Facebook group - Southampton News - Breaking News and Incidents Follow the latest court and crime news on our dedicated Facebook group - Hampshire Court and Crime News
antonio conte happy
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Tottenham Hotspur boss Antonio Conte explains why he isn’t happy ahead of Burnley clash #THFC

May 13, 2022
TOTTENHAM boss Antonio Conte admits his side’s early kick-off against Burnley at the weekend is far from ideal. The Clarets head to the capital to take on Conte’s side in a potentially important fixture at both ends of the table. Mike Jackson’s men are battling to beat the drop and maintain their top-flight status, while Spurs still have a chance of making the top four. But before facing Burnley, Conte has the North London derby on Thursday night to worry about. A win would see Spurs close the gap to their rivals to a single point. And Conte admits it can be challenging to deal with fixture congestion at this stage of the season. "To play on Thursday night and then again the first game (on Sunday), you could wait and give us the last game and a bit more rest,” he said. "It’s difficult sometimes to accept Premier League decisions, but if the club accepted it I have to. A top club has to pay attention to the fixtures. “Before the game you don’t think this situation can cause you this type of trouble, but afterwards you realise it could affect the result and you are angry and it’s too late.” The Clarets recorded a 1-0 win against Spurs when the sides met back in February, with Ben Mee getting the decisive goal on a memorable night at Turf Moor. But Conte refuses to look past Arsenal and is determined to keep his side in the conversation for Europe. “We are talking about an important game for many different situations,” he added. “The first, and most important thing is, we’re playing this game for an important target - a place in the Champions League. I think this has to be the first reason to win this game.” Clarets on social, plus take out a subscription... Keep up to date with our Burnley coverage on social media by joining us on Facebook and Twitter Gain unlimited access to the Lancashire Telegraph website with a premium digital subscription Or if you want the Telegraph newspaper delivered to your door, get in touch with our home delivery team or call us on 0800 953 0227