Tottenham ‘could accelerate move’ for midfielder with six months on his contract

Tottenham Hotspur could fast-track their move for a talented midfielder in January, aiming to bring him to North London well before his contract expires in the summer.

Tottenham’s transfer activity under Ange Postecoglou

Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham Hotspur’s manager has been more proactive in the transfer market, with the Greek-Australian tactician already securing key reinforcements.

The £12.5million signing of goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky from Slavia Prague has bolstered Spurs’ squad, but Postecoglou’s sights are set firmly on further strengthening his team.

One area that is now firmly under the microscope is the midfield. While Tottenham made strides by bringing in young talents such as Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray in the summer, the latter joining from Leeds United for £30million, there remains a significant gap in the centre of the pitch.

Tottenham ‘could accelerate move’ for Angel Gomes

In an intriguing development, Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly considering accelerating their pursuit of Lille midfielder Angel Gomes.

According to GIVEMESPORT, Spurs are contemplating a January move for the 24-year-old, whose contract with the Ligue 1 side is set to expire in the summer.

Instead of waiting until the summer to negotiate a pre-contract agreement, the North London club could make an immediate offer to bring Gomes to Hotspur Way this month.

The central midfielder, whose performances at Lille have caught the eye of several European clubs, is in the final six months of his contract, which leaves him in a prime position to secure a move elsewhere.

Though Tottenham could wait to secure Gomes’ services on a free transfer by negotiating a pre-contract agreement, the club may prefer to act swiftly and pay a fee to acquire him this winter.

The importance of acting quickly in the transfer market

As Tottenham continue to grapple with a lacklustre position in the Premier League, the January transfer window could prove pivotal in the club’s attempt to salvage their season.

GMS sources suggest that Postecoglou was hopeful that chairman Daniel Levy would approve funds for a midfielder, and Gomes has emerged as a promising candidate.

With a tight budget limiting Tottenham’s spending power, the move for Gomes seems to align with the club’s strategy of exploring cut-price deals.

A move for the talented midfielder would also help Tottenham meet their homegrown player quota, which could be crucial in the coming seasons.

However, the deal may require a considerable financial commitment, with Gomes likely to demand a significant pay rise. Reports indicate that the midfielder could be seeking a contract worth around £150,000-per-week.

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