Tottenham Hotspur are under fire for reportedly slapping a £25m price tag on Djed Spence, with Football London correspondent Alasdair Gold branding the valuation 'utterly ridiculous'. The full-back, who starred for England at the World Cup, is one of several players linked with a summer exit from Spurs, who currently sit 20th in the Premier League with 0 points scored and conceded so far this season.
What did Alasdair Gold say?
Gold expressed his disbelief at the reported £25m asking price for Spence, who joined Tottenham in 2022 for up to £20m. '£25m as a price tag for him - not a chance,' Gold said. 'You'd have to be insane, Tottenham. First off, I don't think they should sell him anyway. Have two terrific players for every position, that would be the best way to do it.'
Why is this controversial?
Spence has at least three years left on his contract and was a standout performer for England at the World Cup. Selling him now would be a surprising move, especially given his potential. The reported £25m price tag is seen as excessive, considering his recent form and contract situation.
What other transfers are happening at Tottenham?
Spurs have already sold Luka Vuskovic to Brighton and Will Lankshear to Middlesbrough for £20m. They are also close to hijacking Arsenal's move for West Ham teenager Isaac Allen. However, the sales of young talents like Vuskovic and Lankshear have been unpopular among fans.
Wilson Odobert is currently sidelined, adding to Tottenham's defensive concerns as they look to improve their league standing. With the transfer window still open, more changes are expected at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
