Five reasons Juan Mata would be the perfect summer addition for Spurs

It looks like Juan Mata is, again, surplus to requirements for Jose Mourinho.

With the announcement of Jose Mourinho as new Manchester United manager, rumours immediately began to spread surrounding the future of Juan Mata.

The Spaniard had dominated during his time with Chelsea, picking up back to back player of the year trophies within the club; yet was unceremoniously sold by Mourinho less than six months into his return to SW6.

Now it looks like Mourinho is looking to do the same again, with numerous reports suggesting that Juan Mata has been put up for sale by the new United manager.

With a number of clubs linked, Tottenham appear, at this point, to be the front runners. We think this deal makes a lot of sense; he would fit perfectly into a new look Tottenham side.

Here’s FIVE reasons why Juan Mata would be the perfect summer addition for Spurs…

Technically Gifted

There’s no doubting how well Juan Mata would fit into Mauricio Pochettino’s Tottenham side.

He has built the team around technically gifted, strong dribblers; and Juan Mata is right in that mould.

With Juan Mata down the middle flanked by Delli Alli and Erik Lamela, fronted by Harry Kane; the Spurs strike force would be unstoppable.

He would fit in seamlessly in the side, and if he could replicate his Chelsea form, he would likely become the strongest part of their midfield.

Utility Midfielder

Another benefit of Spurs signing Mata would be that he is hugely useful as a utility player.

During his time in the Premier League he has played across the front three, and even had a spell as a striker.

With the inconsistency of players like Erik Lamela, Mata would be able to fit in anywhere that he is required, making sure Tottenham are always a threat going forward.

This utility would also take the weight off of players like Delli Alli, who were relied on for a lot of what Tottenham did going forward last season.

By fitting seamlessly into the Tottenham attacking line up and producing immediate quality; Spurs would struggle to do better than the Spaniard.

Goal Involvement

Another trait of Mata that is often forgotten is the fact that he brings goals to any side.

Not only is he an excellent transitional attacking midfielder, he is also often a player that pops up at the end of a move with his ever reliable left foot.

He scored 33 goals in just two full seasons with Chelsea, whilst he scored 26 over three years at Manchester Untied largely in a bit part role.

He is also prolific in terms of assists, breaking through defences that seem impenetrable with ease. During his time with Chelsea, he notched up nearly 60 assists, highlighting just how prolific he was.

When Mata is on the pitch; you can be confident that goals will follow.

Top Level Experience

In Mata you also have a player with an immense level of experience.

Not only has he won World Cups and European Championships with Spain, he has also picked up two FA Cups, a Europa League medal and of course the Champion’s League with Chelsea; playing a starring role in each of these successes.

If Tottenham are looking to build and become a top European contender, they cannot just rely on young potential talent like they have been over the last few years.

They need to pick up world renowned, experienced players that have proved they can do it on any stage, passing on everything they know to the younger players.

In Mata, you have the perfect player to start that process.

Cost

With the news that Juan Mata is surplus to requirements at Old Trafford, it seems likely that the club will want rid of the midfielder quickly.

As a result, it is likely that the club would be willing to accept a reduced fee for the man that they paid nearly £40m for just two years ago.

At around the £30m mark, Tottenham would be getting an excellent price for a world class player; whilst Manchester United would only be losing minimal profit for a player that has largely played a bit part role for the club since he joined.

In short, a slightly reduced price would work well for both parties.

If Spurs really can capture him, it might well be the deal of the summer.