Tottenham could be set for a big January transfer window as they aim to build on their promising start to the season.
The Lilywhites have started strongly in the Premier League this weekend, and could go top of the early-season table, providing they beat Aston Villa and other results go their way.
Tottenham already have Brentford’s Kevin Schade on their list of targets for the winter window, and that looks set to grow with every passing week as we near the end of the year.
Thomas Frank is keen to add to his group further, and that may require big-money investments from the club’s hierarchy.
Tottenham scouts ‘shocked’ by Lautaro Rivero at River Plate
Tottenham are eyeing a move for Brazilian youngster Rayan at the moment, having taken in several displays from the forward of late.
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Their scouting setup in South America has now brought another exciting young talent to their attention in the form of River Plate’s Lautaro Rivero.
Scouts from the N17 outfit are understood to have been “shocked” by the centre-back after taking in one of his recent displays, according to journalist Sebastian Srur in El Intransigente.
Atletico Madrid are also showing an interest in the 21-year-old, who is said to be “causing a sensation” among the big clubs in Europe.
Rivero has already played 10 games for River Plate so far this season, and made his senior debut for Argentina in a 6-0 friendly win over Puerto Rico on Wednesday.
However, Spurs and any other interested parties have a major obstacle to overcome if they want to sign the defender, as he has a £86.7million release clause in his contract.
River Plate are currently understood to be unwavering in their stance on the starlet, who will only be allowed to leave if that clause is met.
Spurs are right to target promising youngsters
Luka Vuskovic only arrived at Tottenham this summer, and there is already plenty of excitement surrounding the way that he is developing.
The Croatian has already become a vital player for his loan club Hamburg, and he is on track to become the perfect example of the benefits of targeting young players.
It is no surprise to see the Lilywhites continuing to explore the market for players aged 21 and under, given the success that it has already brought them with the likes of Vuskovic.
It’s a perfect way to unearth exciting talents, however on this occasion, it would be no surprise to see Tottenham put off by River Plate’s somewhat overwhelming asking price.