Tottenham Hotspur open talks to sign Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso
Tottenham Hotspur have initiated discussions to sign Juventus wing-back Andrea Cambiaso this summer as manager Roberto De Zerbi looks to rebuild his squad.
The north London club are reportedly one of several top European sides targeting the 26-year-old Italy international.
Journalist Mirko di Natale claims that initial contact has recently been made regarding a potential transfer from the Allianz Stadium.
European heavyweights join the race
Securing the versatile defender’s signature will be fiercely contested in the upcoming transfer window.
AC Milan and Barcelona had previously enquired about the highly-rated wide player.
Premier League rivals Liverpool and Manchester City, alongside Italian duo Inter Milan and Napoli, have now also entered the fray.
The sought-after wide man currently has three years remaining on his current contract in Turin.
He has predominantly featured on the left flank during his tenure with the Serie A giants, though he is highly capable of operating on the right.
Impact on existing transfer agreements
Pursuing the Italian raises serious questions over the club’s existing defensive targets.
Reports suggest an agreement is already in place to sign Andy Robertson, contingent on the club’s Premier League survival.
A January deal for the Scottish international was remarkably close before De Zerbi assumed control in the dugout.
It remains unclear how heavily the 46-year-old head coach was involved in that initial recruitment strategy.
The former Brighton boss is also rumoured to be monitoring his former player Pervis Estupinan, who is currently plying his trade in Milan.
Crucial fixtures dictate summer plans
Any significant squad overhaul relies entirely on securing top-flight status for next season.
A recent 2-1 victory over Aston Villa has placed survival firmly back in their own hands.
The relegation-threatened side have secured seven points from a possible nine since their mid-season managerial change.
Victory against Leeds United on Monday night could move them four points clear of the drop zone, provided West Ham United lose to title-chasing Arsenal.