Are you watching Tottenham? £25m target Barrios shows he’s worth it

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Reported Tottenham Hotspur target Wilmar Barrios had a good week for Boca Juniors.

Tottenham Hotspur transfer target Wilmar Barrios played a starring role as Boca Juniors edged towards a place in the semi-finals of the Copa Libertadores.

Argentine newspaper Ole reported in July that Barrios had decided to stay at Boca until January so he could see out their Libertadores campaign.

As payback, Boca promised to listen to offers which are received in January, offering hope to Tottenham, who The Sun claim were interested in the £25 million rated Colombia international.

This week in the Copa Libertadores he showed why he is worth the money.

Helping his side to a 2-0 first leg victory over Cruzeiro, Barrios’ last ditch goalline clearance ensured a clean sheet.

It was a moment of sheer determination, with Barrios unwilling to give up on what many would have considered a lost cause.

Tottenham need that type of fighting spirit at the moment, as they bid to avoid a fourth straight defeat this weekend.

Barrios’ quest to win the Libertadores and justify his decision to stay is still on, and potentially Tottenham could add a champion midway through the season.