In the lead-up to the January transfer window, Tottenham Hotspur have set its sights on Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips.
The North London club is exploring options for a new midfielder following Rodrigo Bentancur’s recent injury setback. An ankle ligament tear against Aston Villa will sideline the Uruguayan international until February.
Departing for international duty with Senegal and Mali for the African Cup of Nations, Pape Matar Sarr and Yves Bissouma, both key figures for Tottenham, intensify the need for midfield reinforcements.
During the winter window, City have reportedly given Kalvin Phillips the ‘green light‘ to leave.
However, Tottenham are not the only club eyeing for Phillips’ signature. A well-placed source revealed that Spurs are aware of facing “massive competition” for the midfielder.
Newcastle, in search of reinforcements following Sandro Tonali’s ban, and David Moyes’ West Ham are reportedly keen on securing Phillips. Serie A giants Juventus also join the fray, expressing admiration for the former Leeds United ace.
A much-needed move for Phillips?
Phillips, despite limited playing time this season, remains a key figure in Gareth Southgate’s England squad.
He just made eight appearances, totaling 215 minutes, since his £45 million move to City in the summer of 2022. Phillips is considering a move away from the Etihad Stadium to maintain his place in the national team setup.
Tottenham, currently sitting in fifth place in the Premier League, have experienced a recent injury crisis that saw prominent players like Micky van de Ven, James Maddison, and Richarlison facing long-term layoffs.
The pursuit of Phillips reflects the club’s determination to bolster its midfield options and address the challenges posed by the injury-ridden squad.
As January approaches, the stage is set for a tussle involving multiple clubs eager to secure Kalvin Phillips’ services.
With potential suitors aligning their strategies and Phillips contemplating a move to ensure his international aspirations, the coming weeks promise to be intriguing for both Tottenham and the talented English midfielder.
Tottenham supporters eagerly await developments as their club navigates the competitive landscape of the transfer market.
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