Tottenham fans in the Transfer Tavern are eagerly awaiting the club’s first signing of the summer transfer window.
Our regulars can breathe easy knowing Mauricio Pochettino will remain as manager next season. The Argentine was heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid following Zinedine Zidane’s departure. However, he has committed his future to the club by penning a new five-year deal.
His attention can turn to the transfer market as he looks to challenge for the title next season. Our punters are hoping that owner Daniel Levy will give his manager some transfer funds to play with. If Spurs are to compete with Manchester City, they need to spend.
Most of Tottenham’s transfer business thus far is concerning outgoings. Toby Alderweireld has been heavily linked with an exit with Manchester United interested in the Belgian. Should he leave, a replacement will be needed.
The perfect man for the job could be Stuttgart defender – Benjamin Pavard. Valued at £27m by Transfermarkt, the French defender would be a long-term partner for Davidson Sanchez at the heart of the defence. He set for a starring role for France at the upcoming World Cup and a good showing will surely see his price tag increase.
Pavard is a modern ball-playing centre-back who can also play at right-back. He is a superb passer of the ball, holding a respectable 83% passing accuracy, according to WhoScored. The youngster is confident on the ball and capable of starting attacks from the back. Pavard is also excellent at reading the game, no defender in the Bundesliga made more interceptions (Squawka).
At 22-years-old, he is not the finished article. But under Pochettino’s guidance, he could become a Premier League star.
Tottenham fans, thoughts?
