Inter is making concrete moves for Djed Spence. The English winger has become the main target to replace Denzel Dumfries, and in the next few hours a new contact is expected with Tottenham after the first approaches last week. This will be the opportunity for the Nerazzurri to put an official proposal on the table, even though the Spurs‘ asking price is expected to be significant.
According to Corriere dello Sport, the London club is starting from a base of 35 million euros, with the possibility of reaching 40 through bonuses. The winger stood out at the World Cup and Tottenham took advantage of this to raise the price. The goal of Marotta and Ausilio is clearly to lower the amount, and to do so the Nerazzurri directors will try to exploit Spence‘s own desire for a change of scenery.
After a starring role at the World Cup, the Englishman is struggling to accept not being De Zerbi‘s first choice. His versatility allows him to play on both flanks, but on the right the spot is occupied by Pedro Porro, also a key player for champion Spain, while on the left the position is held by the Italian Udogie. Hence the player’s idea to pack his bags and, perhaps, return to Italy after a first taste of Serie A with Genoa in the first six months of 2024.
The current Spence is clearly a different player compared to his experience with the Rossoblù. Inter believes he is capable of taking on and sustaining Dumfries’ legacy, but at the right price. It will also be up to the player to push for a move to Inter, obtaining at least a discount from Tottenham. The Spurs are not putting up a wall – so much so that in England there is also talk of interest from Everton – but understandably want to maximize the sale.
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