Tottenham are reportedly preparing an offer of around £27 million for AS Monaco talent, Vanderson, according to Bruno Andrade.
Spurs recently sanctioned the sale of Emerson Royal to AC Milan, earning a fee of around £15million in the process. With Pedro Porro assuming the responsibilities at right-back, the north London outfit may not be in an immediate rush to secure an additional signing for that position.
However, GIVEMESPORT exclusively revealed recently that the club were considering the prospect of signing Vanderson this summer, but the player's asking price remained an obstacle in their pursuit. However, it looks as though Tottenham are now willing to test Monaco's resolve with an initial bid.
Tottenham Target Vanderson to Bolster Defense
Right-back was previously on Manchester United's shortlist
In an update to X (formerly Twitter), Bruno Andrade revealed that Tottenham are finalizing an offer of around £27 million plus add-ons for Monaco full-back, Vanderson. Both clubs remain in talks over a potential move before the transfer window slams shut at the end of this month.
The Brazilian climbed the ranks at Gremio before making the switch to European football with Monaco in Ligue 1. Alongside three impressive seasons in the French top-division, Vanderson has also earned two senior caps for his country. His efforts have earned him the recognition of several top European clubs, including Manchester United.
The Red Devils reportedly had the 23-year-old on their shortlist during their search for a successor to Aaron Wan-Bissaka's role in the squad. Ultimately, they settled on Noussair Mazraoui instead, which has now paved the way for Tottenham to have a free run at Vanderson's signature.
Ange Postecoglou has been impressed with Pedro Porro's contributions at right-back, but Emerson Royal's exit from the club has opened the space for a new deputy to step up. The club recently changed their mind on a transfer for Djed Spence, who may now be expected to stay as additional squad depth this season, but the Australian may still not be convinced by the 24-year-old.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Djed Spence has failed to register a single senior goal or assist in two seasons of football, with his last contribution coming in the EFL Championship during his time with Nottingham Forest.
Spence has spent several spells out on loan with the likes of Rennes, Leeds and Genoa but he has struggled to leave his mark at any of the three. Postecoglou may not see him as ready to take on the role as understudy to Porro, and so the club's approach for Vanderson, who has been described as the "complete full-back" is justified.
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