Tottenham Hotspur are willing to pay around £34m to sign Albert Gudmundsson from Genoa at the end of the season, according to a report from inter live.
Former Tottenham manager Fabio Paratici remains an influential figure within the north London club despite leaving his role in April 2023. The Italian is interested in signing the Iceland international at the end of the season and Tottenham could be willing to pay a premium for the aggressor.
The report claims that while Gudmundsson is valued at around £30m, under Paratici's advice, Tottenham are ready to submit a bid worth up to £34m, including bonuses. The offer would be for £25m in cash with a further £9m in bonuses, and the deal is being pushed by Paratici as he is “in love” with the player.
according to inter liveSpurs appear to be hoping the offer will entice Genoa to agree a deal so they can beat Inter Milan to Gudmundsson's signature, with the Serie A leaders also interested in the 26-year-old.
Tottenham need Gudmundsson
Gudmundsson has been in impressive form this season, scoring 13 goals in all competitions. He also has four assists to his name and is versatile enough to operate anywhere in the top three.
He could prove to be a quality addition to Spurs' attacking unit. The north London team needs to add more goals to their team and the Icelandic international seems the ideal option.
A movement towards first division It will be an exciting opportunity for him at this stage of his career and he will look to prove himself in the English top flight.
The proposed £34m deal could prove to be a reasonable investment if Gudmundsson can adapt quickly to English football and hit the ground running in the Premier League.
Let's see if Spurs can agree a deal before the summer window.
