Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of a new goalkeeper has taken a significant turn as reports suggest that we are leading the race to sign David Raya from Brentford, following rumours about links alongside fellow Premier League peers.
It seems that Raya’s exit from Brentford is all but certain, following his declining contract proposals and is left with only a year left on his present agreement.
According to reports, Spurs have set their sights on Raya as their top choice to replace Hugo Lloris and are willing to offer him a salary three times his current earnings in order to entice him to join the club in North London. The looming competition from Chelsea has made the appointment of a new sporting director crucial before any concrete move can be made.
As Raya’s contract situation at Brentford Community Stadium remains uncertain, it appears likely that the player will be transferred away from the club during the upcoming summer transfer window.
The desire for a new challenge has led the Spaniard to reject contract offers.
According to sources, Tottenham’s recruitment team has been keeping a close eye on David Raya’s performances throughout the season. It is believed that Raya is being considered as the top candidate to replace Hugo Lloris in the team.
Italian journalist Rudy Galetti reports that Tottenham are leading the pack in the pursuit of Raya’s signature. David Raya is widely expected to make his way to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. According to Galetti, Tottenham Hotspur will pursue Raya’s transfer only after the appointment of a new sporting director. The pursuit of transfers for the club hinges on the outcome of their search for a new director.
Tottenham’s delay in appointing both a sporting director and a head coach poses a risk of losing out on coveted transfer targets. The longer the process takes, the higher the likelihood of rivals seizing the opportunity to secure players such as Raya, James Maddison, and potentially James Ward-Prowse. To lay the groundwork for these potential moves, filling both positions within the next week or two is crucial.
