Tottenham and Newcastle could be set for disappointment when it comes to the reported pursuit of Juventus star Federico Chiesa, after it has emerged the player is braced for talks with his current club soon which could result in a new contract.
With Tottenham flying at the moment, it’s easy to forget that this is a squad which is still in need of reinforcements. Beyond the starting 11, the Lilywhites are a couple of injuries away from a potential disaster.
Ange Postecoglou will be firmly focused on the task at hand, but when the January transfer window opens, there are expected to be some moves made by the Spurs boss.
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Chiesa may stay at Juventus if talks progress well
One name which has been linked with a switch to North London is that of Federico Chiesa. A report from CalcioMercatoWeb just days ago claimed both Spurs and Newcastle were keen on the Italian, and that his current club could be willing to cash in.
But, the latest report from TEAMtalk suggests quite the opposite, with Chiesa due to hold ” crunch talks” with Juventus before the winter window to discuss his future.
The meeting is set to take place in December, and “insiders are convinced that the formal talks are angled towards Chiesa staying in Italy.”
Whatever happens in that meeting, it is now thought a move in January is “unlikely,” and that any transfer is far more “plausible” for the summer, instead.
Newcastle United are said to be wary of FFP when it comes to their spending, while Spurs are not expected to “spend big” in January. Liverpool, meanwhile, are monitoring Chiesa, but would only swoop if Mo Salah were to leave.
Spurs Web Opinion
Federico Chiesa is an incredible player, and is someone I could see us signing if we finish in the top four this year. I think we would struggle to persuade him to come otherwise, but it’s exciting to consider him in Ange Postecoglou’s system.
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