A centre-forward, who is wanted by Tottenham Hotspur, looks most likely to end up at their London rivals instead this summer.
After a quiet January window, reports indicate that Spurs may be set for a major spending spree in the summer.
Given their shortage of goals this term, one would expect the Lilywhites to prioritise strengthening their forward line in the summer.
Juventus star, who is out of contract in the summer, has been heavily linked with a move to N17, but one issue may complicate the North Londoners’ pursuit.
Chelsea are the favourites to beat Tottenham to Dusan Vlahovic
A few days ago, it was reported that Spurs and Chelsea are the two front-runners for Vlahovic, who is in the final few months of his deal at the Allianz Arena.
Now, a new report in TEAMtalk has revealed that the Serbian has ‘long harboured ambitions of testing himself in England’ and that desire has only grown over recent years.
Tottenham Hotspur are said to be monitoring his situation alongside the Blues, with the outlet claiming that Spurs view the 26-year-old as the ‘long-term solution to lead their attack’, given his physical presence and proven finishing ability.
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However, it is explained that Tottenham may struggle to land Vlahovic if they do not qualify for the Champions League, which means that the West London club are ‘in the strongest position’ to land the player at this stage.
The publication says that as things stand, Stamford Bridge appears to be the Juve man’s most likely destination in the summer.
Juventus have not given up hope of holding onto Vlahovic
TEAMtalk say that talks over a renewal have stalled between the centre-forward and the Serie A giants for months.
The Old Lady proposed a reduction in Vlahovic’s current £10.4m per year salary, which the striker has been unwilling to accept.
Juve officials remain hopeful of reaching a resolution with the former Fiorentina man, but have agreed to park contract talks until the summer, leaving the door open for the player to exit on a free transfer.