Tottenham plot reunion move as De Zerbi eyes trusted £25m midfielder
Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Marseille midfielder Arthur Vermeeren.
According to a report from SportsBoom, the 21-year-old impressed under Roberto De Zerbi at the French club, and the Italian manager is keen on a reunion. Vermeeren’s loan spell with the French outfit ends in the summer, and it remains to be seen whether Tottenham can get the deal done.
The report claims that the Italian manager has requested the north London club to sign the Belgian playmaker. Tottenham need more quality and depth in the middle of the park, and the promising Young midfielder would be a superb long-term option for them.
The player is available for a fee of around £25 million in the summer, and Tottenham have the financial muscle to get the deal done. It remains to be seen whether they follow up on their interest with an official offer in the summer.
The 21-year-old midfielder will be attracted to the idea of moving to the Premier League. The opportunity to reunite with De Zerbi will be quite exciting as well.
Despite their struggles this season, Tottenham have an exciting team, and they could be fighting for trophies next season. The Belgian will certainly want to be a part of their project. Regular football in the Premier League could be ideal for his development as well. It could bring out the best in him and accelerate his development.
Tottenham have an amicable relationship with RB Leipzig, and it remains to be seen whether the two clubs can negotiate a deal in the summer.
The Belgian midfielder needs regular opportunities at the German club, and it would be ideal for him to move on if they cannot provide the necessary assurances.
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