Tottenham pursue free agent Dusan Vlahovic despite high wage demands
Tottenham Hotspur are pushing to sign free agent Dušan Vlahović this summer despite the striker demanding wages of £150,000 a week.
Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi is overseeing a major squad overhaul after the club finished in the bottom half of the Premier League in consecutive seasons.
The North London outfit have already secured defensive reinforcements by signing Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi.
Attacking additions are now the primary focus ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Striker shortage forces market move
The Italian head coach urgently requires firepower with Randal Kolo Muani returning to Paris St-Germain following his loan spell.
Uncertainty also surrounds the long-term future of Brazilian forward Richarlison.
This lack of depth has led the club to identify the 26-year-old Serbian international as a priority target.
The formidable frontman is available without a transfer fee after allowing his contract with Juventus to expire.
Proven pedigree in Italy
During his time in Serie A, the prolific attacker registered 50 league goals in 123 appearances for the Turin giants.
That followed a highly successful stint at Fiorentina, where he found the net 44 times in 98 matches.
Speaking on BBC Radio Five Live, former defender Micah Richards previously praised the forward’s exceptional physical and technical attributes.
“He is lightning. It’s ridiculous. His left foot is like a wand. I am telling you now, he is everything you need.”
Financial implications and rival interest
Securing the highly coveted marksman will require a significant financial commitment on personal terms.
Reports suggest the former Fiorentina star is requesting a salary of approximately £8m per year.
However, these demands have not deterred the Spurs hierarchy given the absence of a traditional transfer fee.
Premier League rivals Chelsea and Newcastle United are also monitoring the situation closely.
Acquiring a player of this calibre on a free transfer represents a rare market opportunity that Tottenham are determined to seize.
