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Lamela avoiding comparisons with former Spurs star Bale

Erik Lamela is keen to avoid Gareth Bale comparisons at Tottenham.

Lamela enjoys roaming across the forward line and running at defenders, although it will be a mighty task even to come close to emulating the Welshman's work at Spurs.

He said: "Bale is at Real Madrid, one of the most important clubs in the world. He is who he is and I am who I am. I'm thinking about helping Tottenham, helping us to become a great team and to compete strongly this season.

"People have said many things about me and about the other players who joined last summer. Everyone can bring his own qualities and give his best for the team but it is wrong to say I was brought here to replace Bale."

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