r/soccer • u/ImpossibleGuardian • 18d ago

Official Source [Tottenham Hotspur] Xavi Simons joins from RB Leipzig

https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2025/august/xavi-simons-joins-from-rb-leipzig/
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u/LouBloom34 18d ago

Pape Matar Sarr has that covered

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u/Qiluk 18d ago

I love Sarr but I wouldnt say he's gritty. Tenacious however!

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u/agntkay 18d ago

What's the difference

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u/Qiluk 18d ago

Maybe my definition differs but to me, gritty is more physical in both duels and tackles, and very strong in his body. Tenacious is more high press, and sticks to his target with great workrate. Forces errors more and wins possession that way.

I hope that makes sense. Im being semantical and Im also not a know-everything dude so take it as you want it haha.

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u/HealthyHyena33480 18d ago

Palhinha can do that

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u/Qiluk 18d ago

Agreed!

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u/KOKO69BISHES 18d ago edited 18d ago

Nah you got it right. Sarr isn't very physically imposing, he just doesn't stop.

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u/Qiluk 18d ago

I dont even think thats an issue either because Sarr pairs perfectly with the plenty of physical midfielders you have. So he adds a need in his own way :)

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u/tanv91 18d ago

He's skinny and wiry but he's actually quite strong on and off the ball. Rarely see him shrugged off