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Tottenham, Aston Villa and Liverpool are among several Premier League clubs keeping a close eye on a young French defender, as interest grows in one of Ligue 1’s most promising teenagers.
France has long been regarded as one of the best breeding grounds for young talent, and Tottenham Hotspur already boast a few emerging names from the country.
Spurs have made it a habit of investing in youth in recent transfer windows. However, last summer hinted at a slight shift in recruitment strategy, with most of Tottenham’s budget spent on experienced players instead of youngsters.
Wilson Odobert and Mathys Tel are both highly rated French Under-21 internationals, but Tottenham are now believed to be monitoring another standout talent developing in Ligue 1.
Tottenham among Premier League clubs scouting Nantes defender Tylel Tati
According to a report from CaughtOffside, Tottenham are one of several Premier League clubs to have sent scouts to monitor 17-year-old Nantes centre-back Tylel Tati.
Tati, who has already made six senior appearances for Nantes this season, is described as a talent “rarely seen” at his age, showcasing maturity and technical composure beyond his years.
It is understood that Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United, Brighton, Brentford, and Aston Villa have all dispatched scouts to watch him, while European sides such as Barcelona, Bayer Leverkusen, and RB Leipzig are also keeping a close eye on his progress.
Tylel Tati development could dictate Tottenham’s transfer interest
While scouts have begun to take note, it is believed that Nantes are taking a careful approach with Tati’s development, prioritising game time and positional flexibility before considering any major offers.
Tati’s versatility allows him to operate not only at centre-back but also at left-back or in a defensive midfield role, providing his coaches with tactical variety.
Capable of breaking up play and carrying possession through tight areas, the youngster’s style has naturally drawn attention, though a move at this stage appears unlikely.
It is understood that any future transfer battle for his signature will depend heavily on Nantes’ developmental plan and which club can present the clearest route to first-team football.
Should his current trajectory continue, Tati could become one of the standout defensive names in the market by 2026, emerging not merely as a prospect but as a player ready for Champions League-level football.
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