Jamie Redknapp claims Tottenham Hotspur defender Ben Davies reminds him of a Manchester United great

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Tottenham Hotspur’s Ben Davies has been in excellent form so far this season.

Jamie Redknapp has told Sky Sports, during their live coverage of Tottenham Hotspur’s match against West Ham United last night, that Ben Davies reminds him of Manchester United great Dennis Irwin.

Irwin was rarely a headline grabber during his time playing for the Red Devils, but he was always a reliable figure in their backline.

And Redknapp believes that Davies has developed into a very trustworthy player for Mauricio Pochettino at Spurs.

“Ben Davies reminds me of Dennis Irwin,” Redknapp said. “Every game eight or nine out of 10. He’s such a calm and composed young man, and he’s so good on the ball.”

Davies has had to bide his time for a consistent run of games at Spurs, as he has often had to play second fiddle to Danny Rose.

However, Rose’s injury problems have provided Davies with a chance in Tottenham’s first-team, and the Welsh international has certainly taken it.

Davies has been in fine form for Spurs this term, with his performances from left wing-back really catching the eye.

Rose is now back fit and available again, but he is far from assured of his position in Spurs’ first-team.

Davies looks the most likely starter for Tottenham, when they take on Manchester United in Premier League action this weekend.