Tottenham Hotspur are looking to sign the AS Roma midfielder Niccolo Pisilli during the summer transfer window.
According to journalist Sebastien Vidal, they have completed the basis of the agreement to sign the 20-year-old prodigy, and talks will resume after the European Under-21 Championships.
Multiple clubs keen on Roma prodigy
The 20-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and clubs like Liverpool and Chelsea are keen on the player as well. It remains to be seen whether Spurs can get the deal across the line. It seems that they have a verbal agreement in place. It will be interesting to see if the likes of Chelsea or Liverpool come forward with an offer to design the player.
According to TEAMtalk, both teams are keeping tabs on the young midfielder along with Tottenham.
Tottenham and Chelsea could use Niccolo Pisilli
Tottenham have shown a willingness to invest in talented players, and it is no surprise that they are keen on the 20-year-old. He could develop into a key player for the club with the right guidance.
Similarly, Chelsea need more depth in the middle of the park. They have a formidable squad at their disposal, and they are one of the biggest clubs in the world. The youngster could be tempted to join a big club like Chelsea, and it remains to be seen how the situation unfolds.
Both clubs have the financial resources to tempt Roma into selling the youngster. They will need to convince the player to join the club as well. The young midfielder needs to choose his next destination carefully. He cannot afford to sit on the bench at a big club. He should look to join Tottenham or Chelsea, only if they are willing to provide him with a clear pathway to the first team.