Lucas Bergvall says receiving reward from Manchester Metropolis supervisor Pep Guardiola is an satisfying expertise.
The younger Tottenham midfielder earned admiration from the Spanish coach following his spectacular show towards Metropolis in late February, regardless of Spurs falling to a 1-0 defeat at dwelling.
Whereas Tottenham endured a irritating night, Bergvall’s efficiency in midfield stood out as a spotlight for Ange Postecoglou’s aspect.
His affect on the sport caught the eye of Guardiola, who spoke extremely of the Swedish worldwide in his post-match press convention.
“Bergvall, each time he has the ball and runs, he’s unstoppable,” mentioned Guardiola.
“Spence, Pedro Porro, Udogie, Kulusevski, Son. It’s an unbelievable bodily group with a transparent thought to play, they usually play actually good.”
Lucas Bergvall: “I don’t suppose it’s been a good season to be sincere. Not contemplating how a lot injury we’ve had. I don’t know what the reason being however as we’ve talked about with Dejan, there are lots of who’ve performed an unbelievable variety of minutes. It’s not human, so in fact… pic.twitter.com/ojhxyDeEOr
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At present away on worldwide obligation with Sweden, Bergvall was requested about Guardiola’s remarks and shared his perspective on receiving such recognition.
“In fact it’s enjoyable, however within the huge image it doesn’t actually matter,” he instructed SVT Sport. “I simply attempt to play soccer and develop on a regular basis and assist the group. It’s all the time enjoyable to get reward and it’s best to take it in. However I strive to not put an excessive amount of emphasis on it.”
Regardless of Tottenham’s struggles this season, with the membership sitting in 14th place within the Premier League, the emergence of Bergvall and fellow teenager Archie Grey has supplied some optimism.
Postecoglou has needed to navigate a season suffering from accidents, and Bergvall believes the circumstances have been notably difficult for sure gamers.
“I don’t suppose it’s been a good season to be sincere. Not contemplating how a lot injury we’ve had. I don’t know what the reason being however as we’ve talked about with Dejan [Kulusevski], there are lots of who’ve performed an unbelievable variety of minutes. It’s not human, so in fact it’s a giant issue.”
On the worldwide stage, Bergvall has made 4 senior appearances for Sweden however is but to start out a recreation.
That can change quickly, nonetheless, as nationwide group coach Jon Dahl Tomasson has confirmed that he shall be within the beginning lineup for Sweden’s pleasant towards Luxembourg.
“It’s enjoyable nevertheless it’s not one thing I’ve considered that a lot,” Bergvall mentioned. “Jon and I’ve talked a bit bit however nothing extra particular, we’ll do it through the days right here I feel. I’ll simply play like I did at Tottenham and be capable to contribute as a lot as attainable.”
