16 Mateus Fernandes stats prove Tottenham may have found their next Luka Modric

Spurs Web argues that Mateus Fernandes' commanding performance in Tottenham's 2-0 victory over Chelsea suggests he could be the club's next Luka Modric or Mousa Dembele. Playing as a number six under manager Roberto De Zerbi, the £85 million summer signing controlled midfield play as Tottenham secured their first win at Stamford Bridge since 2018 through a Penders own goal and a Mathys Tel strike.

Fernandes led the match across several statistics, recording 121 touches, 91 completed passes, and five tackles. The writer contends that Fernandes deserves more starting opportunities, particularly with Rodrigo Bentancur suspended and both Lucas Bergvall and James Maddison carrying injuries ahead of Tottenham's upcoming fixture against Crystal Palace.