One Premier League club have made a decision on their central defender after learning that Tottenham Hotspur are now considering a move.
Spurs eyeing move for fast-developing centre-back
Illia Zabarnyi has been one of the most improved defenders in the Premier League over the last twelve months, with the Ukrainian continuing to get better as he gains more experience at the highest level.
Several outlets have reported over recent days that Zabarnyi is one of the defenders at the top of Tottenham’s transfer wishlist.
However, it has also emerged over recent days that the Lilywhites are expected to face some competition for the centre-back and it might not be easy to get him out of the Vitality Stadium mid-season.
Bournemouth make transfer decision on Illia Zabarnyi
GiveMeSport have now backed up Tottenham’s interest in the Cherries man, revealing that Ange Postecoglou‘s side see him as the answer to their defensive injury woes.
They say that Chelsea also rate Zabarnyi highly and are plotting a move for him, but Bournemouth are aware of the transfer interest in their player and have decided to play ‘hard ball’.
The report claims that Andoni Iraola’s men are prepared to maintain a tough stance regarding both the Ukranian, and left-back, Milos Kerkez, who is wanted by Manchester United and Liverpool.
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The top brass at the south coast club are ‘expected to hold firm’ amidst any offers for the pair over the coming weeks.
Bournemouth confident about Zabarnyi’s future
GiveMeSport point out that Bournemouth are well protected since Zabarnyi is under contract until the summer of 2029.
They do not feel any pressure to sell any of their key players and are ‘confident’ that the centre-back will remain on the south coast beyond the end of the current transfer window.
The Cherries feel that their impressive performances this season, which has seen them move up to seventh place in the table, will help convince the defender that he should see out the season at the club.