CalcioMercatoWeb claim Juventus are considering a move to sign Tottenham winger Lucas Moura – after he lost his place to Dejan Kulusevski in the Spurs starting XI. Kulusevski joined Spurs from Juventus.
Kulusevski, 22, was much of an unknown when signed by Spurs from Juve. But the Sweden international has instantly become a fan favourite, even earning his own song from the Tottenham faithful.
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He had a hand in 13 goals in his 20 appearances for Spurs – scoring five and creating eight. It saw Lucas drop out of the side and only get a handful of starts with Kulusevski sitting above the Brazil man in the pecking order.
Now, Kulusevski might have helped Spurs. That is because Juventus want Lucas, and his drop down the pecking order might make him more of achievable signing. Spurs want £17million for the ex-PSG man.
Juventus considering Tottenham winger Lucas, Kulusevski has aided move
It would be a solid move for all parties. Lucas turns 30 in August and is about to enter the final two years of his contract. If Spurs are to cash in, this summer would be a good time to do it to get a decent fee.
Not only that, but Lucas has a contract at Spurs worth £80,000 a week (Spotrac). Bringing in £17million and wiping £80,000 from the wage bill will give Fabio Paratici more room to work in the summer window.
Indeed, and as the report claims, Kulusevski’s excellent form – in which has pushed Lucas down the pecking order – will certainly help Juventus. Lucas recently spoke himself that he could leave Spurs this summer.
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