Eric Dier admits to having mulled over a move away from Tottenham before earning the trust of Jose Mourinho, a new contract and a settled position at centre-half.
The 26-year-old committed to fresh terms with Spurs over the summer that are set to keep him in north London until 2024.
There was, however, a stage when the England international was readying himself for a move elsewhere.
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Dier was reluctant to remain a bit-part player in the final year of his previous deal, with a regular role proving hard to come by following Mourinho’s arrival.