His potential to thrive in so many alternative roles suggests a pure really feel for the sport – one thing former England worldwide midfielder Owen Hargreaves, who was additionally regularly used as a right-back, picked up on in his evaluation of Gray’s efficiency in opposition to Atletico.
“When he wants, he can play quickly,” he mentioned on TNT Sports. “I think sometimes in these games, players take too many touches. Archie did everything very quickly, and I thought he was incredibly effective.”
Like Hargreaves, Gray might probably play for a quantity of nations at worldwide degree.
Despite his grandad Frank and great-uncle Eddie representing Scotland, Gray has opted for England, though he has but to make a senior look for the Three Lions. A remaining choice on his worldwide allegiance must be made quickly if he continues this way, with a call-up seemingly on the playing cards.
For now, although, the main target can not shift from Spurs and the main target that can be wanted to tug clear of relegation hassle. Gray, maybe greater than anybody in the Tottenham squad, appears able to face that struggle head-on.
