According to Express, Tottenham Hotspur are ready to rival Juventus and AS Roma in the pursuit of Elseid Hysaj. The Napoli right-back has emerged as a prime target for the Lillywhites following the injury of Juan Foyth last week. The Partenopei value Hysaj at around £20 million but Spurs must be swift in their approach to sign the defender, with less than a week left before the transfer market in England slams shut.
Will Hysaj’s arrival affect the Sessegnon deal?
Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for Fulham starlet Ryan Sessegnon throughout the entirety of the summer. They are hopeful of securing the services of the England prodigy, who could cost around £25 million. But, one would argue that Hysaj’s potential arrival could jeopardise Sessegnon’s proposed move to North London as both the players play on the right flank. However, that is unlikely to be the case.
Hysaj is more of an answer to Foyth’s recent injury rather than an alternative to Sessegnon. Besides, the latter is not an out and out fullback but a wide-attacker. That means Pochettino could utilise him as backups for Son Heung-Min and Lucas Moura.
As for the Albanian, he can be considered as a potential replacement for Kieran Trippier. The English international joined Atletico Madrid earlier this summer, leaving a massive void in the right-back department. But, Hysaj’s addition to the club will offer Pochettino with a host of options in the said position.
It may financially affect Spurs’ pursuit of other players
From a sporting perspective, Hysaj’s arrival is unlikely to cause any conflict. But as far as financial terms as concerned, splashing almost £50 million for the duo of Sessegnon and Hysaj could significantly affect Spurs’ pursuit of remaining midfield targets in Giovani Lo Celso and Bruno Fernandes.
Both these creative midfielders are valued over £60 million. At this moment, it’s unclear whether the Lilywhites could still afford to spend over £100 million in the market, having already signed Tanguy Ndombele for a record deal. But, it’s only fair to assume that making a move for the Napoli fullback could create a financial restraint for the club.
A lot will depend on the outcome of Christian Eriksen’s ongoing transfer saga. The Dane is reportedly keen on leaving the club this summer, with Manchester United notably interested. However, his prolonged stay at Spurs would abandon the need for a new creative midfielder, allowing the club to make a move for both Sessegnon and Hysaj.
