Wolverhampton Wanderers are attempting to stave off interest from the likes of Tottenham Hotspur and Napoli by offering Max Kilman a new contract.
After a disastrous showing from the Tottenham defence last season, it will come as a surprise to no one that Ange Postecoglo told the club’s board he needed to sign a new centre-back this summer (90 Min).
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND – APRIL 25: Max Kilman of Wolverhampton Wanderers looks on during warm up prior to the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Crystal Palace at Molineux on April 25, 2023 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Jack Thomas – WWFC/Wolverhampton Wanderers FC via Getty Images)
Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven is thought to be a prime target for Spurs this summer (The Athletic), along with Bayer Leverkusen star Edmond Tapsoba (Alasdair Gold).
According to Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham intend to sign one high-value centre-half this summer and they will then attempt to find a more moderately-priced second central defender to add to their ranks.
Where Kilman fits into that plan remains to be seen, but a recent report from TuttoMercatoWeb suggested Tottenham were still keen on the Englishman despite interest from Napoli.
Kilman offered new contract at Wolves
Not content to simply let other clubs swoop for one of their star players, Wolves have now reportedly offered the 26-year-old a new deal.
That’s according to journalist Alex Crook, who shared an update on the situation on Twitter, and claimed Wolves are hopeful they can now keep hold of Kiman.
He said: “Optimism from Wolves that Napoli target Max Kilman will sign an extended long-term contract. New deal officially offered yesterday.”
There is no word as of yet whether Kilman will accept the new contract or look to move elsewhere this summer.
Spurs Web Opinion
Tottenham seem absolutely intent on signing either Micky van de Ven or Edmond Tapsoba, and Kilman would likely cost around the same price as the latter.
If Spurs are looking for a cheaper, second option for centre-back, Kilman is not that player and he is very unlikely to sign for us this summer.
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