Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough.
The 23-year-old has done quite well for the Championship club, and his performances have attracted the attention of the North London outfit. They need more creativity and control in the middle of the park, and they have him as a potential target.
Tottenham and Man United want Hayden Hackney
According to a report from Team Talk, they will face competition from Manchester United. It remains to be seen whether they can secure his signature. They have already signed Conor Gallagher this month, but it appears that they are looking to add more quality in the middle of the park.
Hackney has been linked with a move to the Premier League before. He has consistently impressed in the second division of English football, and this could be the right time for him to take the next step. Joining Tottenham would be ideal for him. He will want to prove himself at the highest level, and moving to the Premier League will be hard to turn down.
Hackney could be tempted to join
The midfielder is unlikely to need much convincing. However, Tottenham will have to agree to the selling club’s demands. Middlesbrough value the player at £30 million, and they are unlikely to accept any less. It remains to be seen whether the London club is willing to break the Bank for him.
Hackney is still only 23, and he has a bright future ahead of himself. He could justify the £30 million investment in future. Tottenham need to improve the squad if they want to compete at the highest level. They are currently in mid-table positions, and they will look to bounce back strongly. They need the right signing in January in order to turn things around.