When Tottenham's 21-year-old Next Cech was recruited in a surprise move, Vicario, who fractured his ankle, also took off his crutches and protective pads
Jan 06, 2025
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Tottenham's first recruitment of the winter transfer market was the goalkeeper. Tottenham announced the recruitment of Antonin Kinski (21) from the Czech Republic, who is considered to be "Next Cech" on the 5th (Korea Standard Time).
The transfer fee is reported to be 12 million pounds (about 22 billion won). The contract period is until 2031, and the number was received 31. Kinski played on the Czech stage all the time. He made his professional debut at Dukla Prague (Czech Republic) in 2020, when he was 17.
After moving to Slavia Prague in 2021, he played on loan at Bischutz and Pardubice. He became Slavia Prague's main goalkeeper in the 2024-2025 season and played 29 games, including 19 league games.
Kinski, who served as a Czech representative by age, was given the nickname 'Legend Goalkeeper'Next Cech' to succeed Petr Cech. Kinski's father is also a former goalkeeper for the Czech national team.
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Vicario's void has been filled by Fraser Foster. However, although he has the ability to defend himself, he caused anger due to his unstable ball connection and ridiculous mistakes. Tottenham eventually reinforced their goalkeeper's strength by recruiting 'Young Blood'Kinski.
Kinski could make his debut as early as the 9th in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semifinals against Liverpool. In addition, due to the UEFA rule change, Kinski played for Slavia Prague but could also play in the Europa League.
He said "I'm so happy. It was amazing to sign the contract. Tottenham is a big name, and I'm really happy.'"I talked to the coaches, I talked to the general manager, and I felt this would be the right choice."."
Meanwhile, hours after Kinski's transfer was confirmed, Vicario released a video of himself walking without crutches and guards. Coach Enze Postecoglou said of Vicario, `He's doing well. It's still quite a long way from returning, but he'll be back as soon as possible"He's very passionate about what we do, about helping the goalkeeper, about helping the whole group. He is one of the leaders of the team and is improving well," he stressed.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
