Tottenham forward Mathys Tel has opened up about the difficult moment of being left out of the club’s UEFA Champions League squad, admitting it was a painful decision to accept. The 20-year-old, who joined Spurs full of excitement this summer, had hoped he has the chance to show his talent on Europe’s biggest stage, Softfootball reports.
Instead, Tel will have to watch from the sidelines as his teammates batlle it out in the Champions League first stage. Despite the disappointment on being leftout, the youngster has maintained a positive outlook, stressing his determination to fight for his place under Thomas Frank’s management.
According to top journalist Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle ,Tel explained the situation candidly to reporters, he said:
Mathys Tel: Thomas Frank called me, very respectful, he simply told me his choice… I was not in the Champions League list.
It definitely hurts, but I’m someone who stays pretty positive. I am Tottenham player, I will do my best to be able to play, told Le Telegramme.
For such a young player, the honesty in Tel’s words reflects both maturity and hunger. While being left out from a Champions League squad could affect the confidence of many, Tel’s response shows he sees this as motivation rather than a setback. He is eager to prove himself on the domestic front and force his way back into European contention if Tottenham makes it pass the League stage.
Softfootball understands that Tottenham still view Tel as an exciting prospect for the future, and this decision was based more on balance and squad depth than a lack of faith in his ability.
Spurs fans can expect to see him given chances across the Premier League and domestic cups, where he will aim to repay the faith of supporters and underline why he deserves a spot in Europe’s elite competition.
