Manchester City playmaker James McAtee is reportedly ready to bide his time to secure his desired move to Tottenham in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Give Me Sport, James McAtee is the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur. The Lilywhites are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a versatile playmaker in the summer transfer window. So, the 22-year-old Manchester City prospect has emerged as a target for the North London outfit.
The Englishman is keen on joining Tottenham in the summer transfer window, and he is ready to wait for them to launch a bid to secure his services. Meanwhile, Manchester City will demand £40 million to part ways with McAtee in the summer transfer window, and the 2024/25 UEFA Europa League winners are open to meeting the Citizens’ valuation.
James McAtee and his frustrating situation
James McAtee has endured a frustrating wait to become a regular starter for Manchester City since graduating from the youth division at the Premier League club. A native of Salford, the 22-year-old playmaker progressed through the ranks at Manchester City before making his senior bow in September 2021.
However, regular game time has eluded the English playmaker at Manchester City, with his most productive spells coming on loan at Sheffield United. McAtee has managed only 34 appearances thus far for Manchester City while chipping in with seven goals. So, it is hardly surprising that the youngster wants to embark on a new adventure in the summer transfer window, with Tottenham Hotspur among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the summer transfer window.
London calling?
Tottenham Hotspur’s interest in James McAtee is understandable. The Lilywhites are scouring the market for a versatile playmaker this summer after losing James Maddison to a long-term knee injury. Additionally, Son Heung-min has ended his long association with Tottenham by joining LAFC, and Richarlison faces an uncertain future at the North London club.
Several candidates, including Eberechi Eze, have emerged on Tottenham’s radar, with McAtee also a viable target. The 22-year-old Englishman is keen on joining the North London outfit, and he is ready to bide his time to see if the 2024/25 UEFA Europa League winners launch a bid to secure his services.
Meanwhile, Manchester City will demand around £40 million to part ways with McAtee, a price tag that does not pose an issue for Tottenham. With the club ready to fork out £40 million to secure the English playmaker’s services, a summer deal may be on the cards. However, with the Lilywhites having many other candidates on their wishlist, an agreement may take some time.
