Two European giants are now circling over one experienced Tottenham man, thus forcing Tottenham to fast-forward their formal talks over a new contract for the player, with the Lilywhites determined to keep him at the club.
It has been widely reported over the last month that Tottenham have held talks with Rodrigo Bentacnur over a new contract as the midfielder edges closer to the final year of his deal.
The Uruguayan has continued to be an important player for Ange Postecoglou’s side this season, even though he has not been able to show the kind of consistency that he did prior to his ACL injury in 2023.
Over recent days, a number of reports have claimed that Atletico Madrid have reached out to Bentancur over a summer transfer, and a fresh update has now shed light on how Tottenham have reacted.
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TEAMtalk say that it is not only Atletico that have shown a keen interest in the Spurs midfielder but also AC Milan, who are keen to take the player back to Serie A.
Amidst this development, Tottenham are now ready to open ‘formal talks’ with Bentancur’s camp as they look to stave off interest from two European giants.
The report says that exploratory talks have already taken place between the North London club and the midfielder’s entourage, and the signs have been positive.
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A decision on a new contract could be reached soon, and it is explained that the player could leverage the transfer interest to get favourable terms at Hotspur Way.
Do Spurs expect Bentancur to sign a new deal?
TEAMtalk say that as things stand, it is more likely that Bentancur prioritises a new contract at Spurs rather than engaging with suitors regarding a potential summer move.
Given how the exploratory talks have gone so far between the parties, Tottenham Hotspur are calm about the situation.
The Lilywhites are determined to keep hold of the former Juventus man and do not expect him to agitate for a move this summer.