Tottenham Hotspur might hijack a January deal for a Manchester United target.
Manchester United have long been associated with a move for Jean-Clair Todibo, but their efforts may be in vain as Tottenham Hotspur have also entered the fray in the January transfer window.
Todibo would cost any club who wants to sign him approximately £35-£40 million, according to a TEAMtalk report. Todibo has made 14 appearances in Ligue 1 this season, scoring one goal and providing one assist. However, he has failed to score a goal in the current season.
Todibo is presently a Ligue 1 player for OGC Nice. Jim Ratcliffe also owns a stake in Nice, which would make it easier for him to join United – although Spurs appear to have the upper hand for the time being.
What are the advantages of signing Jean-Clair Todibo for Tottenham?
Todibo is the quintessential modern centre defender. He is not only technically sound, with a wide range of passes, but he also has good physical traits to back this up. He is speedy and powerful in the air, making him exceptionally well-rounded. Nice also has the strongest defence in Ligue 1 this season, conceding only nine goals in 16 league games.
Spurs are currently facing a selection nightmare at the back. Summer signing Micky Van de Ven is out with an injury, and the team has struggled without him; bringing a guy like Tobido to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium would be a terrific way to add excellent depth in his position.
Tottenham is also looking to offload Eric Dier in the January transfer window. If he leaves the club, they will be even less choices at the back than they are now, emphasising the necessity to sign a new centre-back.
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