Tottenham Hotspur are keen on improving their defensive unit by signing Radu Dragusin, with a verbal offer on the cards.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham Hotspur are ready to submit a verbal offer to sign 21-year-old Genoa defender Radu Dragusin in the January transfer window.
The Rise of Radu Dragusin
The Romanian international has established himself as a key player for the Serie A club. So, it is no surprise that Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing him. He could prove to be a quality future investment for them, and he has the ability to improve Tottenham in the short term as well.
The 21-year-old is reportedly open to the transfer, which will come as a major boost for Tottenham. It will be interesting to see if they can negotiate a reasonable fee with the Italian club now.
Tottenham in Need of Defensive Reinforcement
Tottenham will have to improve their defensive unit if to finish the season strongly and secure UEFA Champions League qualification. Key players like Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven are currently sidelined with injuries. Tottenham have been quite vulnerable at the back in the duo’s absence need to tighten up defensively.
Radu Dragusin will be determined to prove himself in the Premier League and showcase his qualities at a high level. A move to Spurs would be a major step up in his career and regular football in England could accelerate his development.
The 21-year-old is highly rated around Europe, and a number of other clubs are keeping tabs on him. Tottenham should look to move quickly in order to beat the competition and secure his signature. The north London giants have been linked with other defenders as well, and it will be interesting to see who they end up signing eventually.
Jean-Clair Todibo, Tosin Adarabioyo and Lloyd Kelly are thought to be on their radar. However, Dragusin is a player with immense potential and he has a high ceiling. He could also be available for a reasonable price next month. In addition, Romano claims that a deal for Todibo is likely to collapse soon. Dragusin is undoubtedly the next best option on the Tottenham shortlist.
