According to recent reports, Tottenham Hotspur have looked into signing 27-year-old Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah. The German player has expressed his “fundamental desire” to make the jump to the Premier League, which has attracted interest from several prestigious English clubs, including Chelsea and Manchester United.
Since arriving at Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, Tah has been a mainstay in the German club’s defense and has contributed significantly to their success in the Bundesliga. With 324 appearances, 12 goals and 11 assists, Tah is a key figure for the Werkself. However, with less than 18 months left on his contract, his future at the club becomes uncertain.
Tah, in the sights of the Premier League
Chelsea in particular have shown interest in Tah and consider him a valid option given Thiago Silva’s advanced age and uncertainty over other defenders. On the other hand, Manchester United, who are expected to part ways with Raphael Varane in 2024, see Tah as a solid option to strengthen their defensive line.
Tottenham are looking to expand their defensive options under Ange Postecoglou and consider Tah an attractive candidate. With Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven being the only reliable options in central defense, signing Tah would be a valuable addition to the London team.
With Tah looking towards the Premier League, competition between Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham for his services is likely to be intense. The defender could reportedly leave Bayer Leverkusen in 2024, adding to the intrigue surrounding his final destination amid the dispute between these elite Premier League clubs.