Tottenham are close to agreeing a move for David Raya, with the north London side discussing a €20-25 million fee with Brentford.
According to Rudy Galetti, Tottenham and Brentford are close to agreeing on a move for David Raya. The London sides are discussing a potential fee of about €20-25 million, with personal terms also close to being agreed with the 27-year-old Premier League star.
The David Raya transfer story might edge close to a conclusion, with Tottenham looking increasingly likely to land the 27-year-old Premier League star. The Brentford star has been a reliable presence for Thomas Frank, but they are about to lose the custodian.
The London side have tried numerous times to extend his deal, but the 27-year-old Premier League star wants a move to a bigger club and take up a new challenge. Many clubs were expected to show an interest with earlier links to Manchester United and Tottenham.
However, as things stand, Tottenham seems like the only club in the race. Spurs are keen to replace Hugo Lloris, who could leave the club for Saudi Arabia. While they need a replacement and someone with modern ideas, Raya seems like a good fit for the Spurs.
🚨🤝 #Tottenham and #Brentford are closed to reach an agreement for David #Raya.
‼️ As told few days ago, only #THFC have been involved in the talks for the 🇪🇸 GK.
💰 The cost of the operation is around €20-25m: developments expected soon. 🐓⚽ #Transfers https://t.co/zpqgAlcgPa pic.twitter.com/tPAqcv2TtW
— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) June 13, 2023
However, Spurs and Manchester United were unwilling to stump up a £40 million asking price. Brentford was bold to demand such a sum but are powerless, considering Raya will enter the final year of his contract at the London club.
Tottenham were not looking to pay over £20 million, and as per Rudy Galetti, they are close to agreeing on a fee with Brentford around that range. The Journalist suggests the two London sides could shake hands on a fee between €20-25 million, which would suit Spurs.
Tottenham are already close to agreeing on personal terms with the player, and a move seems imminent. Such a move will improve a problematic position for Spurs, who have struggled with the error-prone Lloris in the last 18 months.
Raya has exceptional on-the-ball skills and is known for his distribution. As a stopper, he’s been in good form and one of the best in the Premier League. For that €20-25 million price, it may appear like a coup for Spurs.