Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid are both reportedly keen on signing the Colombian ace.
According to a report from Argentinian media outlet Ole, Tottenham are locked in a battle with Real Madrid for the signature of Porto ace Juan Fernando Quintero, and if they manage to beat the Spanish giants to his signature, it would be a real statement of intent from the north London outfit.
The 25-year-old is currently on loan in Argentina with River Plate, and they are set to activate his £3 million buy-out clause.
Once that has been completed, he will then have a £19.5 million release clause inserted into his contract with River Plate, so that will obviously not present a problem for either Tottenham or Madrid.
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Quintero has been on fire for Colombia in Russia this summer, showcasing his incredible talent, and he will undoubtedly prove to be a terrific signing for whichever club wins the race for his signature.
An attacking central midfielder by trade, the 25-year-old can also operate on the right wing, and that versatility would be crucial to Spurs next season in providing more competition for the likes of Christian Eriksen, Heung-Min Son and Lucas Moura.
If Tottenham do manage to beat Madrid to the Colombian’s signature, it would be a sign of their ambition for the future, and serve as evidence of their arrival on the very biggest stage in the game.
Quintero is a wonderful talent, and the addition of the South American at Spurs would make them an even more exciting outfit next season.
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