The striker has been one of Tottenham’s few bright spots recently.
Recent matches have shown how much Tottenham has missed Dominic Solanke this season. The England international had to sit out a significant part of the campaign due to an ankle injury, which kept him from starting until January. He was close to being fully fit earlier in the season but had a setback in his recovery.
Now, it seems that Thomas Frank has had some good luck with injuries. He welcomed Solanke back just as Richarlison injured his hamstring against Aston Villa in the FA Cup’s third round. Solanke quickly stepped into the starting lineup at N17, bringing added energy and confidence in attack for Tottenham. In just four appearances, he has already made more of an impact than Randal Kolo Muani has all season.
Solanke made an immediate impact with a vital goal against Dortmund in the Champions League. Since then, he has continued to score, netting three goals in three matches, including a remarkable brace against Manchester City in the Premier League.
Dominic Solanke shines under Thomas Frank at Tottenham
This season, Tottenham fans have been eager for a strong presence in front of goal. Summer signing Randal Kolo Muani has not met expectations and struggled to make an impact under Frank. In contrast, Solanke has shown his skills since returning from injury.
Chris Sutton believes Solanke is a vital asset for Tottenham, possessing the qualities needed to make a significant difference this season. On BBC Radio, Sutton commented,
“Spurs have a proper striker in Dominic Solanke. He is a versatile player who will score goals. Having a real number nine who can stretch defenses and add variety to their game will make a difference.”
As Sutton mentions, Solanke adds a new angle to the Spurs attack. The England international often positions himself well to score and tends to make runs that create space for his teammates. He also connects well with fellow attackers, as seen in the match against Manchester City, adding variety to their play.
Solanke has successfully regained his pace and has been a valuable contributor to Spurs’ attack in recent matches. Supporters now hope he can keep up his scoring streak and help the team improve their Premier League standings in the coming months. His outstanding brace against Manchester City, featuring a stunning scorpion kick, will surely boost his confidence. Depending on his performance, he could even find a spot in Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad if he maintains this form.