The latest buzz surrounding Tottenham indicates they’re emerging as the primary contenders to secure the signature of a highly cherished, lightning-fast player from his current club.
Johan Lange’s appointment as the new sporting director at N17 brings intrigue, particularly as he’s tasked with bolstering the Spurs squad under the guidance of Chief Football Officer Scott Munn. Lange steps in as a direct replacement for Fabio Paratici following the latter’s 30-month football ban, though Paratici is reportedly still providing consultancy to Tottenham.
The Lilywhites seem keen on reinforcing their defensive lineup, particularly on the left side following Micky van de Ven’s injury, which exposed their lack of depth in that position. In addition, Ange Postecoglou, Spurs’ manager, is seeking a left-wing alternative to Dejan Kulusevski, sparking interest in Al-Ittihad winger and former Celtic player Jota.
Recent reports from Italy suggest Tottenham’s interest in Juventus talent Samuel Iling-Junior for the left-wing position has gained momentum. The 20-year-old, a former Chelsea academy player, has captured Spurs’ attention after a few appearances off the bench for Juventus under manager Massimiliano Allegri.
Tottenham appears to be leading the race for Iling-Junior’s signature, with Juventus reportedly valuing the player at a reasonable £13 million. Moreover, there’s a possibility of negotiating a loan deal, considering the already established positive rapport between the two clubs from previous successful transfers, namely Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur’s moves in 2022.
Eurosport journalist Michele Neri likened Iling-Junior’s playing style to AC Milan star Rafael Leao, describing the 20-year-old as a rapid winger with a penchant for taking on opposing full-backs and exploiting vertical spaces. Despite limited appearances, Juventus fans hold high regard for Iling-Junior, praising his performance in a past match where he provided an assist to Milik, though subsequent injuries hampered his consistency in Allegri’s lineup.