Benoit is overhyped. But I like him, I admit.
He seems like a nice bloke. Now, you can say that I'm stupid for liking him only for this reason - but honestly, guys, when you go to see football matches, you want players that you can identify with, don't you? And while I'm not a season ticket holder (living in Israel, so kind of a problem for me) - I do appreciate players like Benoit. Of course, you can argue that we won't win anything with a team of nice blokes - so I don't want Spurs to continue playing him just because he's a nice bloke. However, I do wish him to succeed more than I wish we sign a better player for his position. Because as a fan I like to see players that I can identify with. That's all.
If this thread was all about Benoit's ability - I would agree it's ridiculous. But because people here also applaud his personality and character - you know what? People do need those rare footballers that they can truly admire on a personal level. If Benoit is one of those - than it's great.
Between you and me - in ten years time, if Spurs finished 3rd or 4th, we wouldn't remember - we would remember certain players, however, and not necessarily those who are more talented and play better. So if we want to win the title - yes, we should get a better defender. But for now - he is okay. We can get better than him, but again, take in mind that as a fan you would not only remember the best players, but the characters you liked. We should find the balance, I think, and Benoit deserves a place in the team.