The Tottenham Hotspur winger is slowly getting back to full fitness after a season blighted by injury.
Tottenham Hotspur player Erik Lamela has been photographed in the club’s training gear as he continues his recovery from injury, with the image posted on his official Instagram account.
The Argentine international barely featured in the last campaign due to a hip injury that ultimately required surgery, and while some Spurs fans wondered if he had played his last match for the club, he could have a vital role to play when he returns to competitive action later this season.
Lamela was crucial to Tottenham’s style of play prior to his setback, and while Mauricio Pochettino’s side has moved on since then, with the likes of Heung-min Son and Dele Alli stepping up in the 25-year-old’s absence, his skill set should not be underestimated.
The winger will always be fighting a losing battle with some Tottenham fans when it comes to being appreciated. However Pochettino is short of wide options and after a frustrating summer transfer window (at least so far) Lamela’s return could be just what he needs.
The former Roma man will not be ready to return to action for a while yet, yet if he comes back in late September or early October it would give Tottenham a boost as they bid to challenge both domestically and in Europe.
Even with Lamela fit and firing, Spurs need reinforcements, but only time will tell if Pochettino is successful in that regard.
With credit to @Daily_Hotspur for the Twitter-linked image.
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