Tottenham’s brush with relegation is all too much in the public eye. For example, over the last few days, there’s actually been a bust-up between fans over who they want to win over West Ham and Arsenal as rivalries bristle against which side is wished the most amount of ill will. It feels inevitable that stay up or drop-down, that we will be looking at a lot of transfer activity this summer. Players such as Van de Ven and Cristian Romero are not seen as long term stayers, plus the club will need to free up cash given the financial chaos that follows the club off the green stuff.
One name repeatedly linked with a move is that of Guglielmo Vicario. It was widely reported that the Italian had agreed a move back to Italy; however, Matteo Moretto is saying that his Inter connections feel that there is no deal in place at all.
Furthermore, Inter are looking to Josep Martínez or even Filip Stankovic instead.
The background to this story is pretty straightforward. Inter saw Vicario as a long-term option to replace the aging Sommer, and the Spurs man was expected to leave Tottenham this summer regardless of whether Spurs stay up or go down, per multiple reports. Juventus were also said to be interested earlier, but that Vicario prefered Inter.
Now it emerges Inter might stick with current No. 2 Josep Martinez as the starter next season, given Yann Sommer’s contract expiring, to free up budget for other positions. Inter are also said to be “cheering” for Tottenham’s relegation, which could lower the fee.
This season has been challenging for Vicario and Spurs, with a high goals-conceded tally reflecting defensive issues, though he remains a regular starter. Vicario is known for his shot-stopping (especially close-range reaction saves), distribution from the back, and bravery in build-up play. His save percentage this season is on the lower side amid Tottenham’s defensive struggles, but he has been a reliable No. 1. He has also earned Italy caps during his Spurs tenure.
I guess we will have to wait.