Thomas Frank has given his thoughts on Rodrigo Bentancur following the midfielder’s new contract, and while he praised his qualities, the Tottenham boss believes there are still key areas where the Uruguayan can raise his game.

Tottenham Hotspur recently confirmed that Rodrigo Bentancur has signed a new long-term deal at the club, securing his future in North London after months of uncertainty.

The midfielder had been at risk of leaving on a free transfer next summer, but he is now tied down for the foreseeable future and expected to remain a central figure in Thomas Frank’s side.

Frank himself has already stated that extending Bentancur’s contract reflects the direction of the club and shows that the midfielder, along with others, has bought into the long-term project Spurs are building.

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While the Dane is pleased to have secured Bentancur’s long-term future, Thomas Frank did not hold back when asked what areas the midfielder still needs to develop.

Bentancur, at his best, is a top-class midfielder, and Tottenham fans will remember just how influential he was during Antonio Conte’s time in charge, before that long-term ACL injury stalled his progress.

Since then, the Uruguayan has been back on the pitch regularly for Spurs, and while...