Defender Tottenham Jan Vertonghen shared his opinion about his future opponent - West Ham striker Andy Carroll.

Within the 6th round of the championship of England Tottenham will go on a visit to West Ham.

In the opinion of the defender Spurs Jan Vertongen, he is quite able to cope with the main attacking threat in the composition of the opponent - attacker Andy Carroll.

"Carroll is a great striker, it's very difficult to play against him," said Vertonghen.

"Nevertheless, our defense has repeatedly demonstrated that it can withstand any opponent.

Because, I'm not afraid of it ".

"He's a very big guy.". He is a fighter and strong on the second floor. I think he's perfect for the football that West Ham is playing, "the Belgian concluded in an interview with Sky Sports.

Carrol came on the field in a duel last tour of the Premier League against West Bromwich (0: 0), but scored a goal to distinguish failed.

The match between the "hammers" and Tottenham starts on September 23 at 14:30 Kyiv time.