Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris explains the ‘privilege’ of working with Jose Mourinho
World Cup winner was injured for the first two months of Mourinho’s tenure but has already seen how his methods allow players to make the most of themselves
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Your support makes all the difference.Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has praised manager Jose Mourinho, saying he gives players a great opportunity to progress.
Mourinho replaced Mauricio Pochettino at the north London club in November and, despite some inconsistent results and performances, has Spurs fans still hopeful of a European spot once Premier League action recommences.
Part of that will be dependent on any ban for Manchester City being upheld, but Spurs will also benefit from players returning from injury if the season is stretched out into the summer.
Lloris says any thoughts players might have had of Mourinho before he came in have been changed by his manner in person, saying it’s a “privilege” to train under him.
“He’s great. He’s a character,” the Spurs captain told Eurosport.
“So of course, through the media, you can have preconceived ideas, but when you get in touch with him on a daily basis, inside a training centre... I think it’s a privilege.”
Lloris pointed out that Mourinho has earned the success which leaves him in such standing in the game, meaning even players such as himself—who have won the biggest competitions in world football—can still improve by working with him.
“He’s coached so many great teams, so many great players. He’s got a lot of experience and a lot of trophies in his cupboard.
“When you’re a player, I think it’s a chance to be at his side because there’s so much to learn.”
Lloris has played only 12 times in the league this season, suffering a few inconsistencies in his game as well as injuries.
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