Tottenham set to sign new defender this summer
By Manuel Meza
Word on the street is that Tottenham Hotspur is about to seal the deal on Emerson Royal's move to AC Milan. Once this goes through, Spurs are ready to hunt for a talented young right-back to strengthen their defense.
Football Insider reports that an agreement between Tottenham and AC Milan is now imminent. The Brazilian right-back has already agreed on personal terms with the Italian giants, and despite Milan’s initial bid being rejected, the two clubs are reportedly close to finalizing a deal.
This development echoes a recent report from TuttoSport, which suggested that Emerson’s transfer would be completed within the next ten days.
However, there are conflicting reports about the current status of the negotiations. Ben Jacobs has indicated that Tottenham are still waiting for a fresh bid from Milan, and an agreement has not yet been reached. Despite this, the prevailing sentiment is that the deal will go through, and Emerson will soon be heading to Serie A.
Once the sale of Emerson Royal is completed, Tottenham plans to reinvest the proceeds into acquiring a new up-and-coming right-back.
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Tottenham set to sign new defender this summer
The club’s strategy focuses on bringing in a player who can develop under the guidance of manager Ange Postecoglou over a longer period.
The potential arrival of a new right-back raises questions about the future roles of the current players in Tottenham’s squad. Djed Spence, who joined Tottenham from Middlesbrough, has had an impressive pre-season, showcasing his abilities and making a strong case for a starting position.
Additionally, Archie Gray has demonstrated his versatility by effectively covering the right-back position when needed.
Given Spence’s pre-season form and Gray’s reliability, Tottenham might delay signing a new right-back until the January transfer window. This cautious approach would allow the club to assess their needs more accurately and prioritize other critical areas of the squad.
One such area is the left-back position, where Tottenham may look to strengthen their options to provide better balance and depth.
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