Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with central defenders.
Tottenham Hotspur’s ongoing links to different centre-backs tells it’s own story about the future of defender Toby Alderweireld.
The Netherlands defender is regarded as one of the most promising centre-backs in world football, with Barcelona also eyeing his signature.
Spurs have an advantage with their strong record of developing ex-Ajax stars, including his recent teammate Davinson Sanchez.
It would be an exciting move, unlike another reported possibility, a bargain swoop on West Bromwich Albion defender Jonny Evans.
Evans is set to become available at just £3 million per a clause in his contract when the Baggies relegation is confirmed, and The Telegraph reported last month that Tottenham are one of the teams considering paying it.
The talented defender is 30, and is a steady performer, but he is not one which would engage or inspire the fanbase.
Spurs can’t help the media linking them to players with much bigger transfer fees like De Ligt, but their recently reported high revenues have raised expectations.
Evans might prove to be a bargain, but if he is signed, Spurs fans would expect big name arrivals in other positions, as scrimping on spending just won’t cut it much longer.
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