Alfie Devine, Tottenham’s highly-rated 19-year-old, has opened up about the mixed start to his loan spell at Plymouth Argyle. Devine, who joined the League One club from Spurs to gain valuable first-team experience, revealed that he wasn’t entirely satisfied with his performances in his first three outings for Plymouth. However, the talented midfielder expressed his contentment with his improved display against Coventry City on Wednesday.
Despite his early struggles, Devine has been seen as a player with a potential breakthrough to the Tottenham first team. He has impressed in pre-season and during a loan spell at Port Vale in the initial part of the campaign. With his loan spell at Plymouth, Devine aims to harness his skills and adapt to the intensity of the Championship.
In comparison to his fellow loanee, Ashley Phillips, who quickly found his footing in the Plymouth side, Devine’s start has been slightly slower as he acclimatizes to the new challenges presented by the Championship. However, Devine made an impact in the Coventry match, playing the full 90 minutes and contributing significantly to Plymouth’s creative play on the pitch.
Speaking of the transition, Devine pointed out that he needed to adapt to playing further forward after previously operating in a deeper midfield role during his time at Port Vale. While the shift slightly hindered his performance in the initial games, he found reassurance in his improved display against Coventry.
The defeat to Leeds United notwithstanding, Devine’s potential is evident, and it is expected that he will continue to make strides and significantly influence Plymouth’s performances as he adjusts to the level of competition in the Championship. With the talent and determination he possesses, it would not be surprising if Devine is dominating matches by the end of the season, proving himself as a key player for Plymouth Argyle and a potential asset for Tottenham in the future.
