Tottenham ‘pressing’ for signing, make contact – Spurs can table ‘substantial offer’ to beat competition

On May 21st, Tutto Juve stated Tottenham Hotspur like Bologna star Riccardo Calafiori.

The centre-back has excelled in his debut season at the Serie A side, and it has caught the attention of other clubs.

This includes Tottenham and Juventus, according to DAZN, relayed by Il Bianconero.

The Turin club have been leading the race to sign the 22-year-old, but the report says Spurs’ inclusion could ‘change the cards on the table’.

It’s claimed Ange Postecoglou’s side have shown ‘strong interest’ in the defender and they have initiated contacts with both Bologna and the defender’s entourage.

DAZN say Tottenham could get ahead of Juve in the transfer race by making a ‘substantial offer’. They add the Italian’s future remains uncertain, suggesting Tottenham entering the race has exacerbated the situation.

Tutto Juve also state the north London club are ‘pressing’ to sign Calafiori in the summer window.

The Old Lady’s interest in the player is pointed out, and the report says they have a deal in place with him. There’s been a new development in the ‘last few hours’ as Spurs would have made a move to try to get ahead of Juve.

DAZN say Calafiori’s future is uncertain, while Tutto Juve state his preference would be to join Juventus.