‘Top guy’

He has three league clean sheets under his belt, has made several outstanding saves, exudes assurance between the pipes, and is at ease using both feet.

Fraser Forster, a fellow Tottenham goalkeeper, said of him on the Off The Shelf podcast, “He’s been brilliant.”

“I believe that his game performances have been excellent, and he has produced significant saves. Coming to a new club or nation is difficult. He has benefited greatly from his excellent command of English.

“One of my Celtic teammates actually played with him in Empoli, and he’s been raving about him for years; as soon as he found out he was moving here, he said he’s a very, very good goalie. Best dude.

He trains well and works hard, so it’s a terrific start for him. “He’s been brilliant in the games, he’s been brilliant around the place.”

Hugo Lloris’ announcement that he would be leaving the club this summer meant that Tottenham needed to sign a goalkeeper quickly.

They not only accomplished this, but they also did so at a low cost. Honour to Spurs for spotting Vicario and acting quickly to sign him.