Chelsea’s Setback Could Prompt Pochettino To Eye £35m Spurs Prospect

Tottenham Hotspur’s keen interest, Harry Maguire, has come under Chelsea’s scrutiny following Wesley Fofana’s severe knee injury.

90min reports that Fofana, the French player, may miss most of the upcoming season after a major surgery procedure.

Hailing from Manchester United and having endured a tough phase, Harry Maguire is nevertheless gaining considerable interest. The recent announcement confirmed that he would not continue as the team captain in the forthcoming season.

As per 90min, Maguire has drawn the attention of both West Ham and Newcastle. In addition, according to The Sun’s latest information, Tottenham shows interest in Maguire.

Chelsea Makes Enquiry for Maguire

Mauricio Pochettino could potentially edge past his previous team and secure Maguire’s signature, hints the 90min report. Chelsea has launched initial negotiations for the 30-year-old after Fofana’s unfortunate mishap.

The scouting department at Stamford Bridge reportedly believes that Maguire could be one of the top picks in the current player market.

Despite facing significant criticism at Old Trafford for failing to meet the expectations set for the most expensive defender globally, Maguire’s potential bid by several Premier League teams suggests confidence in him rediscovering his initial, impressive form, which led Manchester United to enlist him originally.

Dean Jones, a sports journalist, recently envisioned that acquiring this remarkable centre-back might cost around £35 million, opening the possibility of a strategic business move.

The prospect of Pochettino and Chelsea expressing their keenness in Maguire—and initiating further interest from the likes of Tottenham and Newcastle—will indeed be intriguing to watch.

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