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Last Word On Spurs
Nov 13, 2026 9:00 AM

Roundtable had the chance to ask Teddy Sheringham about Tottenham Hotspur's exciting young talent, Luca Williams-Barnett, and the former Spurs striker can't wait to see more from the winger.

Luca Williams-Barnett has become one of the biggest breakout stars of the Premier League season so far following his impressive debut.

The 18-year-old came off the bench against Crystal Palace to produce an impressive six-minute cameo against the Eagles.

He came so close to getting his first assist too, as he beat two defenders before floating the ball across the box to pick out Mohammed Kudus at the back post, who missed from just a few yards.

Williams-Barnett has really been impressing in Tottenham training, and it is clear that he is ready for more first-team minutes now.

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Following his incredible breakout for the Lilywhites, one of Spurs' legends has been speaking about the youngster.

Teddy Sheringham thinks Luca Williams-Barnett looks like 'the real deal'

Teddy Sheringham believes that Luca Williams-Barnett looks to be 'the real deal' at Tottenham Hotspur.

The former Spurs striker is hopeful that the teenager can continue to remain on the right path in his development and become a big player for the club.

He revealed that his son has been keeping a close eye on Spurs' talent and is also very excited about his potential.

Sheringham has been so impressed by the impact he has already made on the first team and is excited to see more.

"Yeah, he looks like he's come in and had a flying start. He's made a really nice impact. He does look the real deal. Let's hope he is; I hope he is," Sherringham told Roundtable via BOYLE Sports.

"My son's been looking out for him over the last six months. There's been a lot of talk about him. He's been watching the Under-21 games and says he's a real sensation.

"I'm looking forward to seeing a lot more of him, and hopefully he stays on that upward spiral and doesn't get affected by whatever else is going on at the football club, you know?"

After Mathys Tel's injury, there is now a great chance for Williams-Barnett to get more minutes on the left.

Omar Marmoush is likely to start there after the international break; however, Williams-Barnett should be getting more minutes now.

Savinho's return to action could also affect his minutes, but Roberto De Zerbi must prioritise the Spurs academy star.

Over the coming weeks, Wilson Odobert, Xavi Simons and Mykhailo Mudryk are also expected to return from injury.

Spurs fans are eager to see more from the youngster and Ipswich Town at home after the intertanional break could be the perfect chance.

De Zerbi should resist the urge to start Marmoush on the left and pick Williams-Barnett to start on the wing instead of the former Manchester City attacker, who is out of form.

Luca Williams-Barnett misses penalty for England U19

Williams-Barnett is currently away with England Under-19s, who were in action against Slovenia on Wednesday.

The young Three Lions won 4-1; however, the Spurs winger missed a penalty during the UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualification match.

England are next in action against Belarus on Saturday, where Williams-Barnett will be looking for redemption.

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