Tottenham Hotspur reportedly dey explore surprise move to bring Antonio Rudiger back to the Premier League this summer, as dem dey consider possible defensive reinforcements.
Wetín Be the Latest on Tottenham Interest in Antonio Rudiger?
Reports suggest say Spurs dey monitor the German defender situation for Real Madrid, as the former Chelsea centre-back dey approach the final stage of him current contract, according to TEAMtalk.
The north London side reportedly dey “gather momentum” as dem move go front of the queue to sign Rudiger. The 32-year-old defender dey said to be keen on returning to the English top-flight, and he even ready to accept pay cut to make the transfer happen.
West Ham United and Crystal Palace na two other clubs wey dem don link with interest, especially as Rudiger go become free agent at the end of the season.
Spurs interest also come amid uncertainty surrounding club captain Cristian Romero future, with reports saying he open to leaving during the summer window.
Antonio Rudiger Fit Be Risky Transfer Gamble for Spurs
Even though Rudiger CV dey extremely impressive — including multiple Champions League triumphs with both Chelsea and Real Madrid — this potential move look more like gamble than long-term solution.
At 32 years old, the Germany international don clearly enter the later stage of him career. Recent seasons don raise question marks about him durability and consistency, especially as he don manage only ten appearances in all competitions this season.
For Tottenham side wey badly need defensive improvement, signing player like this fit slow down their transition period, especially if Romero eventually leave the club.
The move look driven more by name value than by long-term defensive stability.
Many of Spurs problems recently don come from defensive instability and tactical imbalance, and even Romero himself no consistently deliver. So bringing in veteran defender wey dey approach decline no really appear to be the clear answer.
Rudiger still get experience and leadership to offer, but committing serious financial resources to another high-profile and sometimes rash defender no seem like the wisest move for new Spurs boss Igor Tudor.
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