Jose Mourinho claimed Carlos Vinicius must learn to throw his weight around to make an impact with Tottenham in the Premier League after impressing in the Europa League.
Vinicius scored twice in Tottenham’s 4-0 rout of Ludogorets in Europa League Group J on Thursday to leave Spurs within a point of reaching the knockout phase.
The brace was Vinicius’ first goals for Tottenham since he joined the London club on a season-long loan deal from Portuguese giants Benfica in October.
Vinicius has contributed to five goals (two goals and three assists) in four Europa League appearances for Spurs this term.
Speaking at a post-match media conference head coach Mourinho, however, told Vinicius he must learn to handle the Premier League’s physicality become a success in England.
“He is not playing a lot, especially in Premier League, but he helped us to win the game at West Bromwich Albion and in Europa League he is doing okay and adapting,” said Mourinho.
“It was good that he scored important goals. Then in the second half he assists Lucas Moura for his goal.
“He is a big boy, a strong boy and needs to be more physical in the Premier League, but I am happy.
“It is good for the team to have that because for example last season, if Harry Kane needed a rest – we couldn’t and because Vinicius is here, the squad is much more balanced.”
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