Tottenham Hotspur have linked up with a number of centre-backs in recent months, and it appears they are following RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol.
According to a report from TuttoMercatoWebthe Premier League outfit have the 20-year-old Bundesliga defender on their radar, and Antonio Conte is hoping to use the help of compatriot Ivan Perisic to lure the player to the London club.
Spurs need to bring in a quality partner for Cristian Romero and the Croatian international could be an excellent long-term signing.
Gvardiol has already established himself as one of Europe’s most promising young defenders at the age of 20, and is likely to improve further with training and experience.
A world class coach like Antonio Conte could help him become a world class footballer. It will be interesting to see if Tottenham can negotiate a deal with the German outfit at the end of the season.
The talented young defender is under contract with the Bundesliga club until the summer of 2027, and is unlikely to come cheap.
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It remains to be seen if Daniel Levy is willing to sanction a big money move for the 20-year-old at the end of the season.
Spurs have an impressive squad at their disposal, but they still need to make a couple of quality additions if they are to compete for the biggest trophies in the coming seasons.
Gvardiol has all the tools to succeed in English football. He is excellent with the ball at his feet and strong in the air. In addition, he is versatile enough to play both central and full-back.
