Hugo Lloris, the former Tottenham Hotspur captain, has spoken out about his belief in the club’s current trajectory under manager Ange Postecoglou. Despite the team’s challenging seasons, Lloris remains optimistic about Tottenham’s potential to break their long-standing trophy drought.
After spending 12 remarkable years with the club and making 447 appearances, Lloris has maintained a close connection with Tottenham. His recent autobiography, ‘Earning My Spurs’, released on November 7, provides intimate insights into his time at the club and his perspective on its future.
Lloris is particularly impressed with Postecoglou’s footballing philosophy. “I spent six months in the changing room, and I could enjoy the football vision of Ange,” he explained. He strongly advises fans and the club to trust the process, emphasizing the importance of patience in developing a successful team.
The World Cup-winning goalkeeper believes Tottenham has a promising squad with players of diverse ages and experiences. He sees potential for success and is convinced the team can achieve something significant. “They have talented players, different ages, different experiences,” Lloris noted, “but I still believe they can achieve something and win something.”
In his book, Lloris reveals some candid moments from his Tottenham career, including a controversial anecdote about chairman Daniel Levy. He recalled being surprised when Levy gifted the entire squad luxury watches engraved with ‘finalist’ before a Champions League final. Despite potential controversy, Lloris says he has received no backlash from the story.
The goalkeeper’s departure from the club was marked by respect and gratitude. He described getting “the sort of goodbye I’d dreamed of” during his final match on December 31 against Bournemouth. His affection for Tottenham remains strong, and he continues to support the team from afar.
Reflecting on the club’s evolution, Lloris takes pride in being part of Tottenham’s transformation. “When I signed for the club and when I left, it’s a totally different club,” he said. He witnessed significant changes, including the construction of the 62,850-seater stadium and improvements in the team’s competitive stance.
Lloris highlighted the importance of maintaining unity within the club. He urged fans to avoid knee-jerk reactions to temporary setbacks, advocating for a long-term perspective. “It’s not because of one bad result or two bad results that we need to question everything,” he insisted.
The goalkeeper’s autobiography, which came about after persuasion from journalist Vincent Duluc, provides a comprehensive account of his career. It covers his journey from early days at Nice and Lyon to his record-breaking international career with France.
Currently playing for LAFC, Lloris continues to support Tottenham’s progress. He speaks highly of his successor, Guglielmo Vicario, and remains invested in the club’s success. His message is clear: Tottenham has the potential to win trophies, but it requires patience, trust, and collective support.
Despite not winning major silverware during his tenure, Lloris views his time at Tottenham as a period of significant growth. He believes the club is now strong enough to succeed and has all the necessary components for future triumph.
The recent 4-0 victory against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium serves as a testament to the team’s potential, which Lloris sees as a glimpse of what could be achieved under Postecoglou’s leadership.
As Tottenham continues its journey, Lloris remains a passionate supporter, hoping to see the club lift a trophy and realize its full potential. His words serve as both a reflection on past achievements and an optimistic look toward the future of Tottenham Hotspur.
