The transfer market is abuzz with news that Tottenham Hotspur will face stiff competition for the services of 21-year-old Bologna star Riccardo Calafiori. According to a report from Oggi Sport NOTEIE, the English club is looking to strengthen its defense for next season and has its eye on the young Italian defender.
Calafiori, who has enjoyed an impressive rise in his career, began his career in the AS Roma youth team before briefly playing for FC Basel. After a successful season in Switzerland, Bologna gave him the opportunity to return to Italy, where he left an impressive mark in Serie A with 21 appearances and outstanding performances.
Calafiori, new goal for Tottenham
The defender’s versatility, who can play both as a left-back and in central defense, has caught the attention of Tottenham. Although they already have Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven in defense, the arrival of Calafiori could further strengthen their defense and provide a valuable option for coach Ange Postecoglou.
However, Tottenham are not alone in the race for Calafiori. Three Serie A giants, Juventus, Inter Milan and AC Milan, have expressed keen interest in the promising Italian defender. With Italian competition set to apply pressure in the upcoming summer transfer window, financial strength will be crucial in this battle for the talented 21-year-old. The question that arises is whether Spurs can overcome the Italian competition and secure the signing of Calafiori to bolster their defense for next season.