The Welshman was impressed with the performance of the Belgian midfielder.
Wales forward coach John Hartson during training
Tottenham Hotspur took on Bournemouth earlier today in the Premier League and would have been left disappointed with their final result, after a 0-0 draw at the Vitality Stadium.
Bournemouth set up their side brilliantly for the fixture and in the end deserved the draw and could have secured the win.
Bournemouth’s Jack Wilshere in action with Tottenham’s Mousa Dembele
BBC Sport pundit and former Arsenal and West Ham striker John Hartson was nonetheless impressed. The Welshman was impressed with Spurs in parts during the game, in particular the performance of Belgian midfielder Mousa Dembele.
Hartson commented on the BBC:
“Spurs, in the last five minutes, have just started to take control here. They are looking like the team who are hoping to challenge for the title.
“The strength and desire from Mousa Dembele has been excellent.
Tottenham’s Mousa Dembele in action with Bournemouth’s Joshua King
“You can just sense that frustration from Tottenham now here. If it ends in a 0-0, it’s been down to Bournemouth’s brilliant defending and unwavering concentration.”
Dembele is undoubtedly a key player for Spurs this season and alongside Victor Wanyama he brings plenty of power and energy to the middle of the park for Spurs.
John Hartson
Without Dembele Tottenham do seem to struggle but today he could not have a telling impact on proceedings as Spurs simply could not break down the Cherries.
This was certainly not one of Tottenham’s best performances and the three consecutive draws will undoubtedly have Spurs fans slightly anxious – especially after the high they were on after beating Manchester City.
Hopefully they can get back to winning ways soon.
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