Tottenham are reportedly fearful of missing out on the signature of RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol, who’s been linked with Chelsea this week.
According to the Daily Mail, the 20-year-old Bundesliga star has been a “prime defensive target” for Spurs ahead of the summer.
However, the report adds Antonio Conte’s Spurs are now fearing stronger competition for the centre-back.
This comes at a time where Chelsea are now receiving links to Gvardiol.
It’s been reported that Thomas Tuchel’s side are eyeing the Leipzig centre-half as a summer target, and he’s someone that’s been admired by the Blues for a long time.
Gvardiol, who could reportedly cost £50million to prize away from Germany, is a talented left-footed defender.
The young Croatia international may need to be looked at as a replacement for Antonio Rudiger ahead of his departure this summer. It may help that he already plays in a back three with his current side.
It’s obvious Chelsea are on the backfoot for transfers this summer given the takeover saga is still ongoing, meaning they remain under sanctions and are unable to sign players. However, the Blues fanbase are desperate for the new owners to make a real statement in the transfer market during their first window in charge.
Chelsea must get over the line
The Blues are yet to get their top-four finish completely wrapped up yet, so they may need a couple more results in the final four games of the season to make sure.
They’ve been comfortably third for months now, but a late collapse threatens to ruin the work in the league.
It’s absolutely imperative the club have Champions League football next season to attract the very best, especially because it looks like a big defensive rebuild is needed.
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