Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney has been linked with a move away from the Championship club during the summer transfer window, and Tottenham are keen on him.
According to John Wenham, Tottenham are long-term admirers of the 22-year-old midfielder, and it will be interesting to see if they can sign in this summer. They need more quality and depth in the middle of the park, and Hackney would be a solid long-term investment.
He has the potential to succeed in the Premier League, and he could be a key player for the club. Wenham believes that the midfielder could be sold for a fee of around £20 million this summer.
Multiple Premier League clubs are keen on Hackney.
Tottenham are admirers
Wenham said on Tottenham News: “This is a player who Tottenham have long admired.
“I think he will make the move to the Premier League this summer, whether that’s with Tottenham or another club.
“Hackney is a versatile, young midfielder who will increase in value. He’s the right age, and anyone you speak to of a Middlesbrough persuasion will tell you he’s one of their best players. I think he will be sold for about £20m.”
Tottenham certainly have the finances to pay that kind of money for the player. He could prove to be a bargain in the long term if he manages to fulfil his potential with the outfit.
Hayden Hackney could be keen on a big move
The opportunity to join a Premier League club will be quite exciting for the young midfielder as well. It could be the ideal next step in his career. Regular football in the top flight could bring out the best in him and accelerate his development.
Tottenham have shown a willingness to invest in talented young players in recent windows, and it is no surprise that they are keen on the 22-year-old. It remains to be seen whether they come forward with an official proposal to sign the player this summer.