Tottenham players are worried about Tanguy Ndombele's future after Jose Mourinho publicly criticised the midfielder's willingness to play. Mourinho claimed the midfielder was not injured but had deemed himself not fit enough to play against Brighton on Boxing day. Fernandes to Man Utd: Sporting star makes decision with Spurs in mindThe Sun reports that although Ndombele is fit to play, the Tottenham squad are worried the club-record signing may be 'lost'. Mourinho recently criticised Ndombele after the shock New Year's Day defeat to Southampton, claiming the midfielder was always injured. The players are rumoured to be frustrated by Mourinho's 'lower league' style which focuses on long balls, flick-ons and throw-ins.

Source: Express January 22, 2020 18:00 UTC