Tottenham will need to battle to keep hold of Luka Vuskovic this summer, as The Standard reports that a decision has been made on his future soon.
Recent reports claim that the defender has requested to leave Spurs, following an impressive campaign out on loan at Hamburg in the Bundesliga.
The 19-year-old has skyrocketed in stature in recent years, but is yet to make his senior debut at Tottenham, and there are now doubts over whether that may come about at all.
With the recent signings in the backline, there is now huge competition for Vuskovic, who is set to consider his future with a decision in the coming days.
Luka Vuskovic Exit Decision
With uncertainty over the future of Vuskovic, The Standard reports that the defender's future will be resolved after Croatia's World Cup tournament comes to an end.
It's claimed that the centre-back is now focused on his nation's chances in the competition, and will then look to resolve his future with Tottenham after an exit is confirmed.
Croatia take on Portugal in the round of 32, with Vuskovic featuring in one of the three games they've played so far, with hopes that he can still contribute in the coming clash.
Should the previous finalists lose in the next match, then Tottenham could reach a decision with the 19-year-old in the next few days.
Vuskovic has been the subject of interest from Brighton, who have made two bids for the star so far, without any luck in being able to persuade Spurs to part ways with the youngster.
Reports stated that Vuskovic has asked to leave Tottenham, but so far there has been no movement in terms of an exit, with his return to the club likely to spark discussions over his future.
It remains to be seen whether Spurs can talk the defender round to staying, or whether he will stick with his decision to leave the club in the coming weeks.
Tottenham Must Convince Vuskovic To Stay
Vuskovic is clearly a talented player, having broken through in a position that is typically difficult to play in at such a young age.
It's reasonable that, having made such an explosive start to his senior career, the defender is looking to keep that momentum up with another transfer.
Tottenham may find it difficult to provide the minutes he needs, given the competition around him and the requirement to win games from the start.
That said, at 19, Spurs need to provide a vision of a pathway that he can go on to keep him. The club have bought into these youngsters with the idea of them developing into superstars.
To cash in on Vuskovic at this stage would be to pull out of that plan without seeing it through to completion. Given his long contract, there is a chance to keep hold of him for the long-term future.
It remains to be seen whether the Lilywhites can do that, with a big few days ahead.