According to the Daily Mail, Tottenham Hotspur’s recruitment staff really value the versatility of Arsenal’s Ainsley Maitland-Niles.
It’s claimed that Tottenham want to sign a right back this summer, and are now plotting a rather audacious move.
Spurs are monitoring the situation of Maitland-Niles, in the hope of raiding their old rivals Arsenal in a surprise deal.
Arsenal have allegedly told Maitland-Niles that he can go this summer, but their stance may be tested if their bitter enemies come calling for him.
The Gunners want around £20million for Maitland-Niles, and it’s his versatility that is a ‘huge plus’ for the Tottenham recruitment staff.
Maitland-Niles started out as a winger, but prefers playing in central midfield whilst also turning in strong displays as a right back.
Spurs would seemingly view Maitland-Niles as a right back, but the additional depth he can provide in midfield should appeal to Jose Mourinho.
£20million may be more than Spurs are looking to pay, but the 22-year-old does have the potential to develop over the coming years if Arsenal are prepared to sell.
Receive exclusive football transfer news and updates twice a week to your mailbox
