Tottenham Hotspur and Leeds United are two of several English clubs interested in signing Lukas Ullrich from Borussia Monchengladbach this summer, TBR Football can exclusively reveal.
After an excellent breakthrough season in the Bundesliga, Ullrich is currently at the U21 Championships with Germany.
Ullrich played 90 minutes and provided an assist in a 2-1 win for Germany against England in the group stage, a left-back who is showcasing his talent at the tournament.
And Ullrich’s performances for Borussia Monchengladbach last season haven’t gone unnoticed either, with both Tottenham and Leeds now considering a move for the 21-year-old.
Ullrich made 33 appearances for Gladbach last season and the youngster managed to displace Luca Netz on the left, another promising talent at the club.
Borussia Monchengladbach’s Lukas Ullrich now on Tottenham and Leeds’ radar
That being said, TBR Football chief correspondent Graeme Bailey understands that Tottenham and Leeds are both looking closely at Ullrich’s situation, a player he described as a ‘huge talent’.
Ullrich has just two years left on his current contract at Gladbach and talks have begun over a new long-term deal — Gladbach are aware that interest is emerging from England.
And in addition to the two clubs mentioned, Crystal Palace, Everton, Brighton and Nottingham Forest are also keeping tabs on the defender.
On their part, Leeds are looking for a new left-back this summer given that Junior Firpo’s contract is set to expire at Elland Road.
And with new manager Thomas Frank at the helm, Spurs will continue their efforts to recruit the best young emerging talent.
Tottenham are close to signing Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale, and the club’s recruitment won’t stop there this summer.
Lukas Ullrich made ‘huge strides’ for Gladbach last season
In terms of Ullrich’s potential prospects in the Premier League, Gladbach manager Gerardo Seoane recently praised the left-back for the ‘huge strides’ he made across last season.
Ullrich was nominated for Gladbach’s Player of the Season award and Seoane said that the 21-year-old was noticeably gaining confidence.
Seoane said: “Lukas has made some huge strides forward this season. His performances have given him confidence in his defensive ability and in winning his duels.
“This has allowed him to also show what he can do going forward.”
Gladbach would therefore be obviously keen to keep the defender and sign him to a new deal.
And amid interest from clubs like Tottenham and Leeds, the German side will be keen to conclude talks as soon as possible.