Tottenham Hotspur aren't just trying to sign Premier League striker Richarlison, as reports are also emerging of a move for Bundesliga defender Piero Hincapie.
The Lowdown: Conte wants new defender...
The Lilywhites and head coach Antonio Conte are said to be chasing a world class central defensive upgrade for the north Londoners' back three, coming after they sealed deals for Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster and Yves Bissouma.
Spurs are also said to be in talks over signing Richarlison from Everton as transfer chief Fabio Paratici and Conte show no sign of slowing down ahead of what will be an entertaining 2022/2023 season.
Links to various defenders have come to light in the last few days alone as Paratici continues to spin various plates.
The Latest: Duran makes Hincapie claim...
As per journalist Marcos Duran of Relevo, it appears a development has come to light on Spurs' hunt for Bayer Leverkusen star Hincapie.
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Indeed, as shared by the South American reporter, Tottenham have been in contact over signing the Ecuador international and this may just be the 'beginning'.
He explained (via Twitter):
"As reported in Italy and Germany, both Milan and Tottenham were contacted by the Ecuadorian Piero Hincapié, a
@bayer04_es player.
"Player and club, in talks to improve the contract. He wants to play in the Champions League, but the market is just beginning."
The Verdict: Take it further?
Reports state it will take a £34 million fee for Spurs to sign Hincapie this summer but his glowing endorsements in past years suggest he could be worth it.
The 20-year-old, who would come to north London with many years ahead in a promising career, has already been called 'South America's best young defender' by his former club president Andres Fassi.
Quite the tag, it's hardly a surprise Hincapie has caught Spurs' attention after starting 20 games in a breakthrough Bundesliga campaign, and this could well be one to watch over as the summer window progresses.