His salary has increased significantly. According to Italian club Calcio Mercato, Udoji will receive 2 million euros (2.85 billion won) in annual salary under his new contract.
Udozi is truly a “honey recruitment” for sure. Tottenham Hotspur F.C. re-lease Udozi to Udinese, a Serie A club, immediately after signing him last summer under Antonio Conte. He played in 33 Serie A matches last season, scoring three goals and four assists, and was recognized as the best left-back in the league. After warming up, Udoji joined the English Premier League this season.
When he met Coach Enze Postecoglou, he spread his wings widely. Udozi became the best player in Postecoglou’s offensive soccer, which maximizes the utilization of both fullbacks. With his tireless stamina, he has secured the main left fullback position. Udoji, who played in 14 matches, scored one goal and two assists.
Son Heung-min scored his debut goal. Udoji scored his first goal when Son crossed in a match against Newcastle United on Sunday. With Tottenham’s performance, he was also selected for the Italian national team in October and played two A matches. England’s “Express” evaluated Udoji’s rapid growth as “one of the most interesting young left-backs in European football.”
Udoji’s transfer fee was only 21 million pounds (about 35 billion won). Tottenham quickly extended his contract to protect Udoji. His Tottenham teammate also welcomed Udoji’s renewal of contract. James Madison admonished him, saying, “You deserve it. But don’t spend all your salary at once.” Pedro Porro, the right fullback, drew attention by leaving a congratulatory message saying, “You can buy dinner once.”토토