The young Spurs loanee, Ashley Phillips, has quietly emerged as a model of consistency for Stoke City, setting a high standard with his performances over the past month.
One of the many exciting young additions to Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham squad, Ashley Phillips, has been performing quite well in recent months during his loan spell at Stoke City.
The 19-year-old, standing at an imposing 6 ft 4, joined Spurs at the start of the 23/24 season and has since been loaned out to Stoke, to gain first-team experience.
The young Welsh centre-back’s early months at Stoke were far from ideal, as he found opportunities hard to come by, featuring just three times in the team’s opening nine matches.
However, his fortunes changed in dramatic fashion during the Carabao Cup tie against Southampton, where his assured defensive display and a well-taken goal marked a turning point in his campaign.
Since that standout performance, Phillips has cemented his place in Stoke’s backline, featuring in each of their last nine games.
Ashley Phillips’ recent performances have been underscored by an impressive level of consistency, as evidenced by his SofaScore ratings since November 6.
Across this period, the young defender has recorded five ratings above 7.0, an exceptional feat for a player in a struggling team.
Stoke City have managed just one win in their last seven matches, yet Phillips has continued to stand out with his composed and mature displays.
The loanee’s efforts have also contributed to two clean sheets and even in defeat, Phillips’ high ratings show that he is able to rise above the chaos around him. His performances have not gone unnoticed, as he has shown that he can hold his own in the physically demanding Championship.
A closer look at Ashley Phillips’ defensive statistics paints the picture of a player with a well-rounded skill set. His per-90 numbers according to fotmob, reveal several areas of strength, particularly in aerial duels and tackling.
The young defender has won an average of 0.53 tackles per game, with an impressive success rate of 83.3%, and his ability to dominate in the air is reflected in his 2.76 aerial duels won per game at a success rate of 57.8%.
Phillips’ contributions extend beyond tackling and aerial ability. He averages 4.14 duels won per 90 minutes, showcasing his determination to assert control in one-on-one situations.
His defensive awareness is further highlighted by 0.64 interceptions and 2.02 recoveries per game, while his discipline ensures he commits just 0.85 fouls per 90 minutes. Notably, he is dribbled past only 0.11 times per match, a statistic that underscores his composure and positioning.
These numbers demonstrate why Phillips has been such an effective presence for Stoke City despite their struggles. His ability to perform consistently across a range of defensive metrics indicates that he is more than just a physically imposing defender; he is a player with the intelligence and technical ability to excel at the highest level.
As his loan spell progresses, Tottenham will undoubtedly be watching closely, confident that they have a future star in their ranks.
With the need for defensive cover at Spurs, if Philips can continue to maintain his form, the Lilywhites might just see him as a great backup option for next season.
In fact, reports have emerged today that Tottenham could even recall Phillips from his Stoke loan early to cover the current injury crisis in the centre of defence.
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