Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a potential summer move for RB Leipzig midfielder Arthur Vermeeren, with reports suggesting a fee of around €30 million.
The 21-year-old Belgian has attracted interest from the north London club, who are believed to have the financial resources to meet Leipzig’s asking price.
According to reports from FussballDaten, the German club would be open to parting ways with Vermeeren for a similar fee during the current transfer window.
Despite recognising his undoubted talent, Leipzig reportedly feel that his decision-making is not yet up to the required standard for their setup.
The club also believe the young midfielder is still adapting to the intensity and demands of German football, which has contributed to their willingness to sell.
Multiple clubs across Europe are monitoring the situation closely, and it remains to be seen where Vermeeren ultimately ends up this summer.
Clubs from Turkey and Spain are also keeping close tabs on the 21-year-old, meaning Tottenham could face competition if they decide to firm up their interest.
A move to Spurs, however, could prove problematic for Vermeeren’s development, given the club have already invested heavily in Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.
With those two midfielders already at the club, regular first-team opportunities for another defensive midfielder would likely be limited at best.
Sitting on the bench at a Premier League club at this stage of his career could be seriously detrimental to Vermeeren’s long-term development and progress.
The Belgian needs consistent game time to improve significantly and realise his potential, making a move to a club that can guarantee him regular football far more appealing.
Tottenham’s priorities in the transfer market appear to lie elsewhere, with the club reportedly in need of attacking reinforcements including a quality striker and a wide player.
Investing further in midfield when attacking areas require attention would appear to be a questionable use of the club’s available transfer budget this summer.
Whether Tottenham push ahead with a formal bid or allow other interested parties to move first is something that should become clearer in the weeks ahead.
