Tottenham might be regretting their decision to let Giovani Lo Celso go, as the Argentine midfielder has found remarkable form at Real Betis this season.
Lo Celso is enjoying a stellar campaign in La Liga, even outshining Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham.
Giovani Lo Celso has outperformed Jude Bellingham this season
The 28-year-old has already scored seven goals in just 12 league appearances, edging ahead of Bellingham, who has six goals in 14 matches. Lo Celso’s resurgence has established him as one of the league’s standout performers this term. (Fbref)
The midfielder’s departure from Spurs followed Ange Postecoglou’s decision to exclude him from long-term plans.
Although Lo Celso’s talent was never in doubt, injuries frequently disrupted his progress during his time in North London.
In 108 appearances for Tottenham, he contributed 10 goals and 8 assists, showing flashes of brilliance but often falling short of consistent impact.
GIovani Lo Celso in action for Betis
GIovani Lo Celso in action for Betis (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
After joining Spurs in 2019, initially on loan from Betis, Lo Celso displayed moments of excellence, particularly in pivotal Champions League and Premier League fixtures.
However, these moments were not enough to secure a sustained role, leading to loan spells at Villarreal and, ultimately, his permanent return to Betis.
Back at Betis, Lo Celso has rediscovered his rhythm, delivering clutch performances like his brace against Getafe earlier in the season. His exceptional form raises questions about whether Spurs might have misjudged his value to the team.
Despite this, Tottenham could still benefit from Lo Celso’s transfer. The deal includes an option for Spurs to sign promising Real Betis midfielder Johnny Cardoso for £21 million next summer, offering a potential boost to their squad.
While Lo Celso’s success in Spain highlights what Tottenham might be missing, the prospect of signing Cardoso provides a glimmer of hope for fans eager to see the club reinforce its midfield for the future.