Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Juventus defender Federico Gatti during the summer window.
The Italian outfit are hoping to tie him down to a contract extension, but he wants to play regularly, and therefore, he would be open to a move. According to a report from CaughtOffside, the player will cost around €35 million, and Tottenham are ready to submit a formal offer for him.
The 26-year-old has the physicality to do well in the Premier League, and Gatti could be an important player for Tottenham. They need defensive reinforcements this summer. They have looked vulnerable at the back last season, and they are expected to lose their best defender, Cristian Romero, during the summer transfer window.
The Italian could fill the void left by the South American, and he will look to establish himself as a key player for the club if the move goes through. The asking price seems quite reasonable for a player of his quality, and he could justify the outlay in the coming seasons. Gatti was linked with Tottenham last year as well.
He has been hailed as “an example” for his teammates in the past.
Along with Tottenham, Newcastle United are keen on the player as well. It remains to be seen where the defender ends up. He will want to compete at a high level. Both clubs will be able to provide him with Champions League football next season. They have an exciting project and a talented squad.
Juventus are under financial pressure to sell some players to balance the books, and therefore, they are unlikely to stand in his way if a suitable offer comes in. It remains to be seen whether Tottenham follow up on their interest with an official proposal.
They must look to improve their squad adequately this summer if they want to do well in the Premier League next year.
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