Igor Tudor says Tottenham star gave him a ‘really beautiful surprise’ this week

Igor Tudor has revealed the qualities of Xavi Simons that he particularly admires after the Tottenham midfielder’s outstanding display against Atletico Madrid.

The Dutchman started in his preferred number ten role against Atletico, and he linked up excellently with Tottenham’s midfielders as well as Mathys Tel and Randal Kolo Mauni upfront.

Xavi netted a brace, including a stoppage-time penalty, as Spurs secured a 3-2 victory in the second leg to earn some respectability after being demolished in Madrid last week.