Tottenham make move to sign Rodrigo Bentancur’s Uruguay teammate with two La Liga titles
Tottenham are not done yet in the transfer market, and they may be eyeing a statement signing at the back as reports link them with one of Europe’s top defenders.
Tottenham Hotspur have been bolstering their squad this summer with a fair few additions, including Kevin Danso, Mohammed Kudus, Kota Takai, Mathys Tel and Joao Palhinha.
However, it is understood the Lilywhites are not done yet in the summer window, with a full-back, a number ten, and an attacking midfielder reported to be on the club’s radar.
Tottenham’s depth in defence could do with extra bodies, particularly in the full-back area, as Ben Davies remains the club’s recognised left-back following Destiny Udogie’s injury.
Tottenham move for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo
Fichajes are now reporting that Tottenham Hotspur have begun to make moves on a deal to sign Barcelona centre-back Ronald Araujo this summer.
It is understood that the Uruguay international has fallen down the pecking order under Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick, who now appears to favour youngster Pau Cubarsi as his first-choice centre-back alongside either Inigo Martinez or Andreas Christensen. At the same time, Jules Kounde is preferred at right-back.
Barcelona are said to be considering a sale for Araujo as they look to raise funds once again this summer, with their financial situation still precarious after what has been another busy window for the Catalan side.
Araujo fits Spurs profile as Thomas Frank targets defensive upgrade
As for Tottenham, it is reported that Spurs are looking to bolster the physical profile of their defence, and they have identified Araujo as a perfect fit. It is also claimed that their interest in a deal is currently the most serious of any club so far.
Araujo could help fill a gaping hole in the Tottenham defence, as he is capable of filling in at right-back, having featured there 23 times in his career.
If he does secure a move to N17, his versatility could see him serve as competition for Pedro Porro on the right, while Tottenham move Djed Spence over to the left as competition for Destiny Udogie.
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