Tottenham in talks to sign Italian young sensation, with Juventus watching closely
By Manuel Meza
Tottenham Hotspur are still in the race for Riccardo Calafiori’s signature and could jump ahead of Juventus by submitting a substantial offer for the Bologna star, according to a report in DAZN (h/t Il Bianconero).
Calafiori garnered many admirers with his impressive displays for Bologna last season. The 22-year-old further showcased his talent and composure on the big stage over the weekend, playing a starring role in Italy’s 2-1 win over Albania.
Journalist Orazio Accomando recently suggested that Juventus are currently leading the race to sign the center-back. However, he warned that the Bianconeri must ‘watch out’ for Tottenham, who are also keen on the youngster. Accomando indicated that the Premier League side has already reached out to Bologna regarding a deal for the player.
DAZN has now confirmed that Spurs and Juve are the two clubs battling it out for Calafiori. The report states that the Lilywhites’ entry could ‘change the cards on the table’.
Tottenham, led by Ange Postecoglou, has shown ‘strong interest’ in the versatile defender and has already spoken to the player’s entourage regarding a transfer.
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Tottenham in talks to sign Italian young sensation, with Juventus watching closely
The publication adds that Tottenham could get ahead of Juventus in the race by making a ‘substantial offer’ for Calafiori, whose future remains uncertain.
Tottenham and Juventus are cautious that Calafiori’s value could surge by several million if he continues to excel for Italy at the Euros, which might prompt both clubs to finalize a deal quickly instead of waiting until the tournament concludes.
In my opinion, Tottenham should seize the opportunity and make a decisive move for Calafiori. His performances last season and his recent display for Italy suggest that he has the potential to become a key player for Spurs.
Moreover, with the competition from Juventus, acting swiftly and decisively could be crucial in securing his signature. The potential for his price to rise further if he continues to impress at the Euros adds an additional layer of urgency.
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Should Tottenham make a substantial offer for Calafiori now, or should they wait until after the Euros to see if his price might rise?