Hard work pays off in the end and this has proved to be the case when it comes to Matt Doherty’s career.The 27-year-old’s journey to the top has been far from straightforward, but he’s now established himself as a first-team regular for Wolves in the Premier League.That has alerted the attention of Mauricio’s Pochettino Tottenham, who continue to monitor the Republic of Ireland defender.
3Matt Doherty factfile
Name: Matt DohertyBorn: January 16, 1992 – Dublin, IrelandInternational: 5 senior capsCareer so far
Doherty was spotted by Wolves while playing for Bohemians in a pre-season game against them in July 2010.Despite never having played a first team game for Bohs, he was invited for a trial at the English side and soon signed a two-year deal worth a reported 750,000.During the early years of his Molineux career he picked up valuable playing time on loan at Hibernian and Bury.It wasn’t until January 2013 when he really started to make an impact in a Wolves shirt under then boss Dean Saunders, as he established himself as the club’s first choice right-back.
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How has he performed this season?
In a word – excellent. Doherty has made a seamless transition from the Championship to the Premier League.His performances have secured him an average rating of 7.18 from whoscored.com, contributing three goals and four assists along the way.Doherty continues to improve on the defensive side of his game, with 1.8 tackles per game and 2.5 clearances.
3Who are interested in him?
Tottenham continue to track the Ireland defender, who wouldn’t come on the cheap especially after signing a new long-term deal at Molineux.With Kieran Trippier having an indifferent season at White Hart Lane, a summer move for the 27-year-old is not out of the question.However, Doherty, who has scored six times in all competitions for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side this season, says he is happy and settled at the newly-promoted outfit.What are people saying?
Nuno Santo (Wolves boss): “Doherty has been fantastic.“He has a big heart, he goes up and down, doesnt rest and on the other side Jonny.“Its a tough job and we are very, very happy with him.“I think last season he had a fantastic season and this was a big challenge to prove himself in thePremier League and hes doing so well.” Mick McCarthy (Republic of Ireland boss): “Hes been fantastic playing for Wolves – playing as a wing-back, admittedly.“Hes been a real goal threat as well, scored goals. Hes had lots of chances.“Hes playing in a good team, a vibrant Wolves team who play some really good football.“Hes done very, very well. I mean, I signed him for Wolves from Bohs [Bohemians].“The best thing that happened to him was Wolves getting relegated [to League One]. He was in the team that got promoted and then promoted again.“Hes a Premier League fixture now, and a good player.”Tottenham did not make a single signing in the summer and yet they are only six points off the Premier League summit. Mauricio Pochettino and Spurs fans will undoubtedly believe a few new recruits
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