Football: Taylor praises Huddlestone
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.THE ENGLAND Under-21 coach, Peter Taylor, believes Tottenham Hotspur have picked up a bargain in pounds 2.5m signing Tom Huddlestone. The teenager, who has played a major role in Derby County's midfield and also at the centre of defence, is set to make his Under-21 international debut against the Netherlands in a friendly at Pride Park tonight.
Taylor has confirmed Huddlestone - he has signed a pre-contract agreement with Spurs and joins in the summer - will play some part after impressing in training. He said: "He's a quiet boy but he says enough and he's a great talent. He can play either in the centre of midfield or in the centre of defence and in training this morning he's shown he can play both very well."
Darren Bent (calf), Michael Dawson (shin) and Gary O'Neil (groin) have all withdrawn from the squad.
Robbie Savage could miss John Toshack's first game as the new Wales manager against Hungary tomorrow with a groin problem. The Blackburn Rovers midfielder picked up the injury in the 1-0 defeat to Middlesbrough at the weekend.
The Cardiff City defender Danny Gabbidon is undergoing intense treatment after suffering a hamstring injury in the Bluebirds' 1-0 defeat at West Ham United on Sunday. Ryan Giggs has a slight hamstring injury, but said: "I have done some light training and I don't think it will be any problem."
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments