Tottenham recently took up the option to extend Ben Davies’ contract by another year.
Davies is Spurs’ current longest-serving player, and looks set to remain in North London until 2026 at least after Tottenham activated the one-year option in his contract, which was set to expire this summer.
However, the Welshman has fallen down the pecking order in recent years, and after a brand-new transfer agreement, Davies is unlikely to be best pleased with Tottenham.
Tottenham agree deal to sign Japanese centre-back Kōta Takai
It has been widely reported that Tottenham have agreed a deal to sign Kawasaki Frontale centre-back Kōta Takai for £5million, a record fee for a player from the J-League.
The right-footed centre-back is comfortable playing on either the right or left, which could provide Spurs with ample versatility across their backline.
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But his transfer could force Davies to seriously consider his future at Tottenham. The 32-year-old remains a target for Wrexham, despite his contract being extended [Daily Mail].
And it has been suggested that Tottenham could receive a generous fee for Davies.
The Welshman is likely to play even fewer minutes following the arrival of Takai. Therefore, he could be angry at Tottenham for extending his contract by another year, rather than allowing him to go somewhere where he could receive regular gametime.
As a result, a summer exit could now be on the cards for the former Swansea man.
Takai’s arrival could also spell bad news for Ashley Phillips
Ashley Phillips is another player who could leave Tottenham with the arrival of Takai.
The young centre-back has spent the last couple of seasons on loan as part of his development plan. His most recent spell with Stoke City impressed Thomas Frank, and the Dane reportedly wants Phillips to stay next season [Alan Nixon].
However, Phillips could demand another exit now that Takai is set to arrive.
The defensive competition at Tottenham is already high, and Takai’s arrival will only push Phillips further down the pecking order. As a result, a loan move might make most sense for both parties.