Tottenham is planning to enhance its roster in the summer transfer window.
The club has appointed Roberto De Zerbi as the new manager, and he aims to recruit a midfield controller by the end of the season. Reports from Calciomercato.it indicate that De Zerbi has already begun discussions with the club’s owners about potential signings. He is particularly interested in a midfielder from Juventus.
Manuel Locatelli would strengthen the midfield
The Italian international played under De Zerbi at Sassuolo, making a reunion appealing for both sides.
Locatelli may look forward to the chance to play in the Premier League next year. His skills would bring physical strength, control, and calmness to the midfield. He could form effective partnerships with players like Pape Matar Sarr, Conor Gallagher, Archie Gray, and Rodrigo Bentancur. According to DataMb, Locatelli leads Europe’s top five leagues in progressive passes, forward passes, long passes, and passes in the final third. His addition would significantly enhance Tottenham’s midfield.
Can the deal go through?
It will be interesting to see if Juventus is willing to let him go. He is a key player for them, and they may not be keen to lose him easily.
Additionally, Tottenham needs to ensure they remain in the Premier League to attract top-tier players. Even with a positive past with De Zerbi, Locatelli is unlikely to join if Tottenham is in the Championship next season. It will be crucial for De Zerbi to secure Premier League safety in the upcoming matches.
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