Rio Ferdinand says £60m Tottenham target has been his country’s best defender at Euro 2024 so far
Rio Ferdinand has indicated that a player on Tottenham Hotspur’s radar ahead of the summer transfer window has been the standout defender for his country at Euro 2024.
Tottenham supporters are eager to witness significant moves in the transfer market following a promising debut season under Ange Postecoglou. While the squad boasts considerable quality, there is a palpable desire among fans for several marquee signings who can elevate the team to the next level.
Among the names that excite Spurs fans when contemplating potential defensive reinforcements is Marc Guehi. Earlier reports suggested Tottenham’s interest in the Crystal Palace defender, who is valued at around £60 million. Despite Tottenham already possessing top-notch center-back options such as Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Radu Dragusin, the idea of acquiring Guehi has garnered substantial support, especially after his performances in the early stages of Euro 2024.
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England’s performances have been lackluster in the tournament’s initial matches, and Guehi himself made a critical error against Denmark that nearly proved costly. However, Rio Ferdinand, speaking on his YouTube channel about Gareth Southgate’s team selection, praised Guehi’s performances and lamented the limited opportunities fringe players like him receive.
“In the draw with Denmark, there are still players we don’t know if they will be good enough, but they are here,” Ferdinand commented. “Even Guehi, he’s been outstanding, our best defender, but we didn’t really know what to expect because he hasn’t had much playing time.”
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Recent developments suggest that any club eyeing a move for Guehi this summer may encounter increased difficulty, as Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is determined to retain key players amid interest. The departure of Michael Olise to Bayern Munich adds to the challenge of prying away stars like Guehi, Adam Wharton, and Eberechi Eze.
However, the interest from clubs like Tottenham is expected to persist in the coming months, particularly as Guehi continues to impress on the international stage.