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Rodon set for a bright future after backing from Tottenham manager

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho’s support for Joe Rodon after his blunder against Liverpool on Thursday could prove to be an inspired piece of man-management.

Rodon’s indecisiveness allowed Sadio Mane to score a crucial third goal for the Reds and ended Spurs’ hopes of getting back into the game.

However, the 23-year-old has largely been impressive when called upon by Mourinho and he will retain his place against Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday.

“Next game he plays for sure,” Mourinho told football.london.

“He showed good personality, good concentration, was good on the ball.