As Tottenham Hotspur continue to build under Ange Postecoglou, the club is already setting its sights on the future, with plans to bolster their defence by targeting a ‘strong and powerful’ Championship captain in 2025.
Tottenham Hotspur are actively searching for a left-sided centre-back to add balance to their defence, a need that has been magnified in recent weeks.
Injuries to Cristian Romero, Ben Davies and Micky van de Ven have left Postecoglou with limited options, forcing him to field the versatile yet inexperienced Archie Gray as a centre-half in recent games.
While Davies is expected to return before New Year’s Day, the situation has exposed the club’s lack of depth in that position.
Reports indicate that Tottenham Hotspur, along with Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers, are closely monitoring Pascal Struijk, the Leeds United captain.
Struijk, a Belgian-born Dutch international, has become a key figure at Elland Road, earning plaudits for his commanding performances in the heart of defence.
TBRfootball have confirmed that Spurs are keen to add Struijk to their ranks in 2025, with Leeds United now working to tie the player down to a new contract.
However, the success of those negotiations could hinge on Leeds’ ability to secure promotion back to the Premier League under manager Daniel Farke. Should Leeds fail in their bid, Tottenham may see an opportunity to swoop in and secure Struijk’s services.
Tottenham Hotspur’s recent dealings with Leeds United suggest that a move for Struijk could be more straightforward than it might initially appear.
The two clubs have developed a strong working relationship in recent seasons, highlighted by the summer transfer of Archie Gray to North London for a significant £35 million fee.
In the same window, Joe Rodon moved to Leeds on a permanent deal, while Manor Solomon joined the Yorkshire club on loan.
This cooperation could provide Tottenham with a crucial edge in their pursuit of Struijk. While it is unlikely that Leeds would entertain a January exit for their captain, Spurs could find themselves in a favourable position come the summer of 2025, especially if Leeds remain in the Championship.
The prospect of Struijk joining a Premier League side with ambitions of European football may prove too tempting for the player to resist.
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