Tottenham Hotspur are linked to Kevin Gameiro.
Kevin Gameiro
Tottenham Hotspur may be favourites to sign Kevin Gameiro but they face a battle to convince him to sign.
Fortunately a big money move could help their cause.
Bet Victor make Spurs 4/1 favourites to land the Atletico Madrid striker, who netted 16 goals in all competitions this past season.
Atletico Madrid present Kevin Gameiro
The Mirror reported earlier this year that Spurs were a potential destination for the 30-year-old, who only signed for Atletico last summer.
The problem is, Gameiro last week that he was fully committed to Atletico.
Marca quoted him stating: “Despite the rumours circulating, I’m not thinking about leaving. My greatest desire is to continue defending the Atleti colours for many years”
This certainly makes a move to Tottenham look unlikely, but Alexandre Lacazette’s potential move to Atletico could force his hand.
Lyon’s Alexandre Lacazette
SkySports report that Atletico have agreed a fee with Lyon, and are awaiting for their appeal against a transfer ban to be ruled upon shortly, so that they can clinch a deal.
Lacazette would become automatic first choice after his impressive 36 goal season this past campaign, and reduce Gameiro’s chances.
21 of Gameiro’s 31 league appearances were starts this season, and his opportunities would be reduced with Gameiro’s arrival.
If it becomes clear early that he will play second fiddle to Lacazette, he could be pressured into a U-turn, yet even then he would be jumping from one tricky situation to another at Tottenham – where he would only become a high profile back-up to superstar Harry Kane.
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