Tottenham Hotspur have shown interest in signing Boca Junior winger Kevin Zenon, according to Caught offside.
With club captain Son Heung-min approaching the end of his career, it makes sense that the club is now working to bolster its squad with another quality winger, who could slowly integrate into the team and then become an integral part of the same. in the future.
Spurs have now tipped Zenon as a possible transfer objective as Caught offside claims that Tottenham have expressed “concrete interest” in the Argentine international.
However, the north London club faces stiff competition for the versatile Argentine star. first division rivals including Villa Aston, Newcastle UnitedEdit and Brighton have also expressed interest in the 23-year-old, while European giants Benfica, Lyon and Napoli will also rival Spurs for the attacking ace, according to the report.
With four years left on his contract with the 35-time Argentine champion, Caught offside He adds that the winger has a meager release clause of £13m which should be easily affordable for Spurs.
His son's replacement on the cards?
Tottenham captain Son is currently at the peak of his career at the club. At 32 years old, the South Korean may not have many more years to maintain his elite performances, but he is expected to see out the majority of the remaining years of his career at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium solidifying himself as a legend at the club.
Spurs are now looking at potential replacements who could be ready to replace the South Korean striker before fully integrating into the first team when he eventually leaves.
One of the names on the Spurs agenda is Zenón, who has been one of the most outstanding players in the Argentine League this campaign.
The 23-year-old's performances for the Blue and Gold earned him a well-deserved call-up to the Argentine national team where he has made four international appearances.
His versatility also presents an attractive defender for Ange Postecoglou, who could use the youngster in a variety of positions, including left-back and attacking midfield.
While the north London club appear to be doing well in wide areas, it is pertinent for the club to secure prospects and investing £13m in an already established star could be a smart investment if the club goes ahead with the transfer.
