Tottenham boast an array of exciting academy talents. So why are they not using them?

Rarely has the phrase ‘If you’re good enough, you’re old enough’ had more resonance in the Premier League.As Mikel Arteta looked for a winning goal while the scores were level against Bournemouth on Saturday, he turned to Max Dowman, 16, who is fast becoming Arsenal’s go-to forward off the bench. Later that day, Rio Ngumoha, who signed from Chelsea’s academy in 2024 and is considered among the world’s best 17-year-olds, scored the opening goal as Liverpool beat Fulham to remain in contention for Champions League qualification.Advertisement