Tottenham Hotspur are adamant that securing Champions League qualification has boosted their hopes of being able to fight off stiff competition and convince Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi to embark on a fresh challenge at Hotspur Way ahead of next season, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.
Although Kevin Danso is on course to become a permanent member of Spurs' squad in the coming days, thanks to the north Londoners having a £20.9million obligation to buy him from Lens at the end of his initial loan spell, boss Ange Postecoglou remains in the market for another option at the heart of the backline.
A first half goal from Brennan Johnson ended Tottenham's 17-year wait for silverware earlier this week, with Manchester United being seen off in the Europa League final, and there is determination to show plenty of ambition when the transfer window reopens for business in the summer.
Spurs Hoping Trophy Win Can Convince Guehi
North Londoners remain interested after failed bid earlier this year
Tottenham have fresh confidence over their ability to win the race to sign Guehi after adding to their trophy cabinet, according to GMS sources, and there have been indications that he would be open to completing a switch if it becomes clear that Crystal Palace are prepared to sanction his departure.
Spurs are long-term admirers of the central defender and, having been frustrated when a £70million proposal was rejected by his current employers midway through the campaign, are eager to eventually get the deal over the line as they aim to strengthen their squad ahead of a return to the Champions League.
GMS sources have been informed that Guehi, who has enjoyed a productive campaign and got his hands on the FA Cup last week, would be interested in listening to what Tottenham have to say in the event of Crystal Palace showing a willingness to cash in during the summer transfer window.
The England international is preparing to enter the final 12 months of a contract which allows him to pocket £50,000-per-week, resulting in Spurs and other suitors sniffing a potential opportunity to pounce as it has been acknowledged that their Premier League rivals will not want to run the risk of him walking away as a free agent at the end of next term.
Tottenham are certain that winning a major trophy and being able to offer Champions League action has put them in a much better position to land Guehi, GMS sources have learned, and there is complete confidence in the overall project thanks to having a youthful squad along with a stadium and training facilities that counterparts envy.
GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Marc Guehi won six ground duels and made five clearances during Crystal Palace's victory at Tottenham Hotspur earlier this month
Guehi's Price Tag Set to Drop Due to Contract
Central defender in line to become free agent at end of next season
GMS sources have been informed that Guehi's contract situation has resulted in Tottenham having a serious chance of being able to recruit him for less than the offer they made a matter of months ago, with Crystal Palace likely to entertain bids which fall short of £50million as they aim to avoid a situation where he leaves as a free agent.
But Spurs are not the only side chasing the 24-year-old, who has been described as a 'superstar' by Eagles chairman Steve Parish, resulting in Postecoglou being on course to face stiff competition for an agreement if he remains in the hot-seat after tasting Europa League glory.
Tottenham have identified centre-back as a key position they want to strengthen, GMS sources understand, but Guehi is calm over his future as domestic rivals Newcastle United and Chelsea have also been credited with a serious interest and Liverpool have been keeping tabs on his situation.
Although GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs are expected to miss out on signing Eberechi Eze, there remains a desire to raid Crystal Palace as they are aiming to lure his Selhurst Park teammate across the capital as they prepare to feature in Europe's elite club competition.
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