Tottenham Hotspur have enjoyed a fruitful summer on the transfer front, making a host of exciting signings for the present and future.
Archie Gray, Dominic Solanke, Wilson Odobert and Yang Min-hyuk have all gone on Spurs’ books over the past few months.
In addition, Lucas Bergvall has arrived from Djurgarden and Timo Werner has re-signed for Tottenham on loan from RB Leipzig.
However, the Lilywhites may now find themselves up against Leipzig for a defender who has previously been deemed one of the best passers in Europe.
RB Leipzig now in talks for Tottenham-linked Lutsharel Geertruida
The player in question is Feyenoord’s Lutsharel Geertruida, who Spurs reportedly led the race for back in June.
Indeed, it was also reported that Tottenham even offered Geertruida a contract, but since then, speculation between the two parties petered out.
Liverpool and Aston Villa have also been linked with the Dutchman, but it looks as though Leipzig are now pushing on for his signature.
Romano, taking to X, has reported that Leipzig have earmarked Geertruida as their top target to replace the Al Nassr-bound Mohamed Simakan.
Talks are now under way between the Bundesliga side and the Eredivisie giants for the 24-year-old, added the transfer insider.
Spurs running out of time to sign Sergio Ramos-like defender
Tottenham currently have two of the best centre-backs around in Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero.
However, Spurs may well look to improve their strength in depth and, in that case, Geertruida could be a good shout.
Football Talent Scout previously compared his style of play to that of Sergio Ramos and deemed him a “complete and dominant” defender.
Geertruida’s price tag is said to be £27million, which is not prohibitively expensive for a top Premier League club like Tottenham.
However, if Spurs do want to pursue a late move for the Dutchman, they will need to move in fast, as Leipzig are on the case.