Tottenham and Man Utd show interest in signing Evanilson
Tottenham Hotspur is reported to be in a battle with manchester united on a deal to sign FC Porto star Evanilson this summer, according to the Portuguese outlet News Diary.
Despite starting the season impressively under the guidance of Ange Postecoglou, the Lilywhites failed to continue their momentum and ultimately finished the season in fifth position. So, the Spurs have failed to secure their place in the Champions League next season and will play in the European League.
Postecoglou has made it clear that he wants to fight for big prizes with Tottenham in the future, so he wants to strengthen the team in the next window.
It has been suggested that the Australian manager is willing to add reinforcements in the engine room and at the back. But signing a new striker to bolster the attack is also on their to-do list this summer.
Some forwards have already been linked with a move to the newly revamped White Hart Lane, including Ivan Toney and Santiago Gimenez, but Evanilson now emerges as a key new option.
Battle
The Brazilian has enjoyed a productive campaign this season, scoring 22 goals and registering four assists in 37 appearances in all competitions. Following his eye-catching performances this season, he secured his place in the Brazil national team for the upcoming Copa América.
By quoting and translating the printed version of News Diary, sports witness have reported that Tottenham have shown interest in signing Evanilson and could try to sign the 24-year-old this summer.
However, the report claims that Porto do not want to let their star man leave cheaply if they are forced to cash in and want at least £86m. Therefore, it will be extremely difficult for the north London club to buy the South American if the Portuguese giants hold firm to their inflated valuation.
News Diary He also claims that Man Utd have also expressed interest in signing Evanilson, so Tottenham will face stiff competition from the Red Devils to secure any potential deal for him.
Man Utd reportedly plan to sign new number nine this summer to support Rasmus Hojlund next season. A host of forwards have already been mentioned as serious targets for the Red Devils and Evanilson is now emerging as a key new option.
Evanilson is a talented player and could be a shrewd signing for Man Utd or Tottenham if either club snaps him up. However, it will be interesting to see if the record first division The Champions League or Tottenham end up choosing to formalize their interest in signing the South American in the near future. transfer window.
