Tottenham Hotspur have been made aware of Ko Itakura’s potential availability at Borussia Monchengladbach after staying in regular contact over a deal, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.
Spurs are preparing for a new era under manager Thomas Frank, with the former Brentford boss replacing Ange Postecoglou earlier this month. After qualifying for the Champions League under Postecoglou, Tottenham will be searching for new additions to build a squad capable of competing on all fronts next season.
Signing a defender could be one of their priorities, after injuries during the 2024/2025 campaign saw the likes of Archie Gray being deployed as a makeshift centre-back. Reports have also linked Cristian Romero with a departure in the summer transfer window, so adding a new centre-back could be high on their shortlist.
Tottenham Aware of Ko Itakura's Availability
Spurs have held talks over the last 18 months
According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Tottenham have been made aware of Itakura's potential availability during the summer transfer window at Borussia Monchengladbach. Spurs have been touching base over a potential deal over the last 18 months, and they've now been informed that he will be available in the coming weeks and months.
It's understood that Itakura is finally in a moment where he could head through the exit door, with Gladbach expected to demand in the region of £12m to allow him to depart. The Japanese star's contract expires next summer, and with no sign of an extension, the Bundesliga club have become open to a sale.
Itakura started 31 Bundesliga games last season, but his contract situation has cast doubt over his future. It's unclear how Spurs view the defender, who can also play in midfield, under their new squad profiling plans under Frank, but they are looking for a player of his type. Intermediaries have been in touch with Tottenham about the situation of their long-term target.
Itakura, described as 'unbelievable' by the Bundesliga website, could be a smart addition considering his availability, versatility, and the fact that the will only cost in the region of £12m.
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