Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with a move for the Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori.
The Italian international is one of the most talented young defenders in European football right now and a report from Gazzetta Dello Sport claims that the player is valued over €40 million.
Spurs have been keeping tabs on the player since January and it remains to be seen whether they finally decide to make a move for him. Signing him will not be a straightforward task and Tottenham will face competition from Premier League trio Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool.
Italian giants Juventus are keen on signing the talented young defender as well, but they might not be able to compete with the English club financially. It remains to be seen where the Italian international defender ends up.
He can operate as a central defender as well as a left-back. His versatility will be an added bonus if Tottenham can get the deal done.
The North London club need to add more quality and depth to their squad in order to push for trophies next season and secure Champions League qualification. Signing one of the best young defenders in the world could prove to be a wise decision.
The reported asking price might seem like a premium right now, but the Italian defender could justify the investment in the coming seasons. A move to the Premier League will be an exciting opportunity for him as well and regular football in England could accelerate his development.
It remains to be seen whether Tottenham come forward with an official proposal to sign the defender in the coming weeks.