Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for 20-year-old RC lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov, a target for Manchester City.
According to a report by Give Me Sport, Tottenham and Manchester City are keen on signing Abdukodir Khusanov, and the North London club are unsure about their chances of signing the Uzbeki defender from RC Lens, with the Ligue 1 club valuing him at £20 million.
Tottenham fear that they could miss out on the £20 million-rated defender to their Premier League rivals. Spurs need to bring in a quality central defender, and Khusanov would be a long-term addition for them.
The Uzbekistan international could be the ideal squad player for Tottenham, and they could help him develop further and fulfil his potential. Khusanov is highly rated in France, and he has a bright future ahead of himself. He has the physicality and technical attributes to do well in English football.
The defender is reliable with the ball at his feet, and his recovery pace makes him ideal for Tottenham’s high-pressing system. The reported £20 million asking price is quite reasonable as well, and Khusanov could prove to be a bargain in the long term.
Manchester City keen on Khusanov
Manchester City are keen on securing the signature of Abdukodir Khusanov as well. The Premier League champions have looked vulnerable at the back this season, and they need to add more quality and depth through the side. Signing one of the best young defenders in European football could prove to be a wise decision.
The Citizens have more finances compared to Tottenham, and they will be a more attractive destination as well. Manchester City have a proven track record of pushing for trophies, and the RC Lens defender could be excited to join them.
He would get to work with one of the best managers of all time in Pep Guardiola as well. The Spanish manager has done well in nurturing several young players into world-class stars, and the Uzbekistan International will feel that Guardiola could play a key role in his development.
It will be interesting to see if Tottenham can convince the player to join them instead. The £20 million asking price is affordable for both clubs, and the transfer might come down to the player’s wishes in the end.
