Tottenham Hotspur fans are on high alert following an exciting update from transfer guru Fabrizio Romano. According to Romano, Spurs are still very much in the market and could be gearing up for a last-minute signing, particularly in the left-back position.
While the North London club has already made several key additions during this transfer window, Romano hints that a late swoop for a left-back could be on the cards. Speaking to GiveMeSport, Romano explained that Tottenham are keeping their options open and are closely monitoring the market for any potential opportunities:
"Look, for Tottenham, I think there is still a possibility, yes, maybe to find an opportunity. For example, a left-back could be an opportunity that they could follow in the final, final days of the window."
Currently, Tottenham's left-back options include Destiny Udogie, Sergio Reguilón, and Ben Davies. Udogie, who joined Spurs last season, has impressed with his performances and even earned a nomination for the Premier League's Young Player of the Season.
However, his injury history, most notably a hamstring issue that sidelined him for nine games last season, has raised concerns about his ability to stay fit throughout the campaign.
Sergio Reguilón, on the other hand, appears to be on his way out of Tottenham. The Spanish full-back is not in Ange Postecoglou's plans and has been told to find a new club before the transfer window shuts. With Reguilón expected to depart, the need for another left-back becomes even more pressing.
Ben Davies, while versatile and reliable, is often deployed in a more central role or as a left-sided center-back in a back three, leaving Udogie as the only natural left-back available. This makes the potential arrival of a new left-back all the more crucial for Spurs.
Spurs' Interest in Vanderson
Tottenham Hotspur remain keen on signing Vanderson from AS Monaco. The 23-year-old Brazilian fullback has been linked with the move to the North London club and a report from French publication L’Equipe claims that Tottenham would be willing to pay around €30 million to secure his signature. It is fair to assume that Monaco could accept an offer in that region for the Brazilian defender. Vanderson will be tempted to move to the Premier League as well. It would be a major step up in his career and he would get to test himself at a high level.
However, the 23-year-old needs to play regularly at this stage of his career and that might be difficult at Tottenham. The North London club already have Pedro Porro and Djed Spence at their disposal. They might not be able to hand the Brazilian regular game time. However, he would be a useful squad player for them. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops. Tottenham are yet to follow up on their interest with an official proposal to sign the player.
Monaco's Willingness to Sell
The reported €30 million offer would be reasonable for a player of Vanderson’s quality and experience. There is no doubt that he has the physical and technical attributes to do well in English football and he could be a key player for Tottenham in the long term. The defender certainly has the potential to justify the investment. Tottenham will be hoping to secure Champions League qualification this season and they will look to win a domestic trophy as well. They need to improve their squad in order for that to happen and someone like Vanderson will certainly help them improve at both ends of the pitch. It remains to be seen whether Spurs can get the deal done before before the window closes.
A Potential Replacement for Emerson Royal?
Tottenham Hotspur want to sign the AS Monaco defender Vanderson. The Brazilian defender has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent weeks and a report from French publication Footmercato claims that Monaco have now signed a replacement for him. They have agreed on a deal to sign the Dutch right-back Jordan Teze.
The report claims that Vanderson has been ‘repeatedly’ linked with Tottenham and the French outfit are planning ahead in case he moves on. The 23-year-old defender has been a key player for Monaco and he could be an exciting addition to the Tottenham defensive unit as well. It is fair to assume that the North London club are looking at him as a potential replacement for Emerson Royal who left for AC Milan earlier this summer.
It will be interesting to see if Tottenham can accommodate the Brazilian defender in their starting lineup. They have Pedro Porro and Djed Spence already at the club. Vanderson will not want to sit on the bench at the Premier League club and he should seek gametime assurance before making the move to the London club. It will be interesting to see how the situation situation develops over the next few weeks.
Tottenham's Finances and Squad Depth
Even though Tottenham are keen on signing the South American defender, they are yet to act on their interest and submit an official proposal for the player. They have the finances to get the deal done, but they might need to get rid of a full-back before they can sign another one.
A Move for Vanderson: An Opportunity or a Risk?
Premier League club Tottenham are ‘ready to offer’ around £26million for AS Monaco right-back Vanderson, according to reports. Vanderson signed a four-year contract extension in February but has been strongly linked with a move to Tottenham this summer. The 23-year-old assisted the only goal of the game as Monaco beat newly promoted Saint-Etienne in their Ligue 1 opener.
He joined the French side from Gremio for a reported 11 million euros in January 2022 and has played 85 times for them, scoring six and providing 10 assists. Monaco reportedly want around 40 million euros for Vanderson and Tottenham appear to be reluctant to pay that fee.
Despite Vanderson’s quality, Spurs’ interest is surprising given Pedro Porro’s presence at the club, though they are in the market for a new right-back following Emerson Royal’s move to AC Milan. Ange Postecoglou does also have Djed Spence at his disposal, however, the 24-year-old’s future in north London is uncertain and has been since the day he joined the club, to be honest. With that in mind, reports from France claim that Spurs are ‘ready to offer’ for Vanderson.
Monaco recently signed Dutch defender Jordan Teze from PSV Eindhoven but it is believed he is not a replacement for the two-cap Brazilian international. This does not mean he is unavailable this summer, with the Ligue 1 side willing to sell for the right price. Spurs have not met their £34m valuation but are preparing an offer worth £25.6m, it is claimed. This is expected to be rejected as Monaco seek ‘substantial’ money and it is unclear if the Londoners are willing to bid any higher for a player in a position they do not need to spend big money on. Meanwhile, William Gallas insists Spurs are unlikely to finish higher than fourth in the Premier League this season.
Monaco's Perspective on Vanderson's Transfer
Tottenham ‘would be ready’ to pay €30m for Monaco full-back Vanderson, a figure that the Ligue 1 club would be unlikely to refuse. That’s according to L’Equipe, who cover the situation around the Brazilian today and say the player’s future remains a ‘question’ that Monaco need to answer. The newspaper follow up claims from earlier this week that Tottenham remain in the picture for Vanderson, having been linked over recent weeks.
Monaco are in no rush to sell as the player does have a contract until 2028, but that figure is one that President Dmitry Rybolovlev ‘rarely refuses’. In other words, if Tottenham were to offer such an amount, it seems unlikely that Monaco would reject it. Thus, the question around the player’s future is yet to be answered. It all seems to depend on Tottenham. They’ve expressed an interest and shown a willingness to pay for him but are yet to make any concrete moves for him. Perhaps they are waiting to move, with the right-back position already well stocked with Pedro Porro and Djed Spence and the need for a €30m addition not desperate.
Tottenham's Stance on Vanderson's Transfer
Tottenham Hotspur are not pursuing Monaco full-back Vanderson at the moment, according to the Daily Mirror. The north Londoners have been active in the transfer window and they recently offloaded Oliver Skipp and Emerson Royal. It was suggested that Spurs would look for a right-back following Emerson’s departure and Vanderson emerged as a potential option.
Suprs have been linked with the Brazil international to bolster their ranks. However, Tottenham’s links now have been played down regarding Vanderson and it has been suggested that Spurs are not chasing him. The 23-year-old Brazilian joined the Ligue 1 side in 2022 and has made 85 appearances for them. Pedro Porro is Ange Postecoglou’s first choice for the right-back position and new boy Archie Gray is also comfortable playing as a full-back. Now it remains to be if Spurs will look for a new right-back to replace Emerson in the final week of the transfer window.
Is Vanderson the Answer for Tottenham?
Tottenham Hotspur have refused to rule out the possibility of attempting to lure Monaco star Vanderson to Hotspur Way due to lingering doubts over whether Djed Spence is capable of providing Pedro Porro with stiff competition for a regular starting berth, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed. Spurs have seen their right-back options dwindle ahead of their Premier League campaign getting underway with a trip to newly-promoted Leicester City on Monday, with boss Ange Postecoglou sanctioning Emerson Royal's £15million switch to Serie A heavyweights AC Milan earlier this week.
That has resulted in technical director Johan Lange and chairman Daniel Levy scouring the market for a potential replacement ahead of the August 30 deadline, despite already showing a willingness to splash the cash thanks to forking out £65million in order to land Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth. Tottenham are genuinely interested in signing Vanderson despite the north Londoners playing down links, according to GMS sources, and Postecoglou is in line to seriously consider attempting to wrap up a deal for the Monaco man during the final stages of the summer transfer window.
The two-cap Brazil international was restricted to 23 appearances in all competitions last season, thanks to being forced to contend with knee and hip problems, but he still made his mark by finding the back of the net three times and registering a further assist to move into Spurs' eyeline. GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham may up the ante in their pursuit of Vanderson at the eleventh hour, having originally initiated contact with Monaco in June, as they feel he suits the style of play implented by Postecoglou and would provide additional cover following Royal's exit.
Although the capital club are confident that the former Gremio full-back has the personal mindset and focus to improve the side, his current employers are in a strong negotiating position as he still has four years remaining on a contract which allows him to pocket close to £50,000-per-week at the Stade Louis II. Vanderson has been pinpointed as an ideal target due to uncertainty surrounding Postecoglou's options on the right-hand side of the backline, GMS sources recently revealed, and Royal's departure means that Tottenham are mulling over how to ensure they are well-stocked in the position for the 2024/25 campaign.
GMS sources have been told that Monaco's demands could prove to be a significant stumbling block in Tottenham's pursuit as the Ligue 1 outfit are holding out for more than £30million and are unlikely to entertain accepting a lower figure due to his contract situation and remaining a key part of their plans. Spurs have not been looking to spend a considerable sum due to Postecoglou earmarking Porro as his first-choice right-back, and there is an awareness that the money could be spent on strengthening alternative positions, resulting in them stopping short of entering negotiations for the 23-year-old at this stage. Tottenham are interested in signing Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman this summer.
Spence has an opportunity to prove that Tottenham do not need to dip into the transfer market, having impressed during pre-season, but GMS sources have learned that there are reservations over whether he is ready to come into a side boasting Champions League aspirations.
What's Next for Vanderson and Tottenham?
The transfer window is still open and there is a lot of time for things to change. Tottenham might decide to make a move for Vanderson if they think they need another right-back. Monaco might be willing to sell if they receive a good offer. It will be interesting to see how this transfer saga plays out in the coming days and weeks. It is important to remember that these are just rumors and speculation at this point. There is no guarantee that Vanderson will join Tottenham or that any transfer will happen at all. However, it is a story worth following as the transfer deadline approaches.
