Tottenham and Chelsea hold talks with Shakhtar Donetsk over deal to sign Georgiy Sudakov
Tottenham hotspur and Chelsea The pair have held talks with Shakhtar Donetsk over a deal to sign midfielder Georgiy Sudakov this summer, according to daily express.
The 21-year-old has had two stellar seasons with the Miners and has become one of Ukraine's brightest prospects. first division. Shakhtar previously sold Mykhaylo Mudryk to Chelsea for an initial £62million deal last summer and are set for another. transfer windfall for Sudakov with Spurs and Chelsea in talks over a possible deal.
However, express sports reports that both Chelsea and Tottenham will have to wait until Euro 2024 is over, as the Ukrainian club believe the youngster's value will skyrocket during the tournament.
The report adds that both London clubs are among a host of clubs showing interest in the 14-cap Ukraine International and talks have already taken place as the summer transfer window gradually opens.
The 15-time Ukrainian Premier League champions will reject any insubstantial offers from Tottenham and Chelsea and will be reluctant to sign any deal before the Euros unless a “big offer” is proposed to them, according to the report.
Sudakov is in great demand
Shakhtar's senior figures are optimistic a run of high-profile matches on the international stage before and during the Euros will give the midfielder a chance to impress, eventually causing his price to rise.
The Miners rejected a £34m offer from Napoli in January and the Italian side backed out when presented with a £43m counter-offer. Sudakov's asking price has risen astronomically since the winter transfer window and with his contract ending in 2028, Shakhtar will not let their prized gem leave for a cheap fee.
Chelsea have been proactive in usurping some of the best emerging talents and have already acquired Mudryk, who was one of Ukraine's best talents. Now they are ready to push for Sudakov while continuing to build his team for the future.
Spurs, on the other hand, are looking to strengthen their squad for next season and, after being affected by injuries, Ange Postecoglou is interested in strengthening his squad this summer.
With both clubs already in talks with the Ukrainian, it remains to be seen who presents the best financial proposal to Shakhtar. Sudakov had 16 goals and assists last season, so he would also pose a threat in the final third for any club he moves to.
