Tottenham could face a difficult winter transfer window, with possible changes on the horizon in defence.
Although Spurs strengthened their squad over the summer and have high hopes for the arrival of promising South Korean talent Min-hyuk Yang in January, they may have to contend with outside interest for one of their defenders.
A key player under the spotlight is Radu Drăgușin. After joining from Genoa for €25m earlier this year, Drăgușin arrived with high expectations and was seen as a solid addition to Tottenham’s defence.
However, he has found limited playing time so far, largely due to the constant partnership of Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven at centre-back.
This lack of regular minutes has sparked rumors of a possible exit, with Serie A leaders Napoli showing a strong interest in the Romanian defender. these The reports have been fueled further by the player’s own agent who has been constantly talking about the future of his player.
Tottenham could face a double January blow
It adds complexity to the situation, reports Paolo Paganini of Rai Sport via FutbolNapoli24 indicate that the Italian club may not only pursue Dragușin, but will also look to bring in Lecce’s rising star Patrick Dorgu in a double January move.
The transfer expert said:
“Watch out because Napoli are ready to make a double move in January. One is Dorgu from Lecce and the other is Dragusin from the Premier League.”
Dorgu, a left back known for his speed and versatility, has been on Tottenham’s radar as they look to add depth to their defense. However, Napoli’s interest in Dorgu could create obstacles for Spurs if they decide to go ahead with a bid.
Chance for Dragusin to make the most of his opportunity after MVDV’s injury
Although Dragusin’s appearances have been limited, he recently showed his defensive quality during Tottenham’s 2-1 Carabao Cup win over Manchester City, where he played a key role after coming off the bench.
With Van de Ven now facing a possible spell on the sidelines following an injury picked up during the game, the Romanian defender could see an increase in game time, giving him the chance to make a bigger impact for Spurs during the next period of intense matches.
