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Tottenham Hotspur have held talks over a deal for a defender who has won the Champions League with two different clubs.
Over recent weeks, it has emerged that Spurs are concerned about the prospect of losing both Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven in the summer.
That may thus force the North Londoners to look at pedigreed centre-backs to potentially come through the door if one of the Argentine and or the Dutchman depart.
A few days ago, it emerged that Spurs had been alerted to the possibility of a Real Madrid star being available on a free transfer, and it appears the Lilywhites have now made advances towards the player.
Tottenham batting two Premier League clubs for Antonio Rudiger
The player referred to above is Antonio Rudiger, who has struggled for game time at Madrid and is in the final few months of his contract.
A new report in CaughtOffside has revealed that the possibility of the former Chelsea man returning to the Premier League is now ‘gathering momentum’ ahead of the summer window.
The report says that Tottenham Hotspur have ‘initiated discussions over a possible move’ for Rudiger, whose leadership could offer ‘immediate stability’ to the club.
Additionally, two of Spurs’ London rivals, West Ham and Crystal Palace, have also held talks regarding a move for the German international.
Spurs do not worry about Chelsea challenge for Rudiger
CaughtOffside make it clear that contrary to the speculation over recent days, Chelsea are not looking to take Rudiger back to Stamford Bridge.
However, Spurs may have one other European giant to worry about in the race for the 32-year-old, with Paris Saint-Germain monitoring his situation closely.
The publication adds that with Madrid putting together a long-term defensive plan with younger options, a summer departure for Rudiger now appears ‘increasingly plausible’ if a renewal is not signed soon.
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