Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly made initial contact over a potential move for Como playmaker Martin Baturina as Roberto De Zerbi continues reshaping his squad ahead of the new campaign.
According to journalist Matteo Moretto, speaking on Fabrizio Romano’s Italiano YouTube channel, Spurs have asked for information on the 23-year-old Croatian international, who is attracting significant interest across Europe. Aston Villa have also made enquiries, while Bayern Munich are monitoring the midfielder as competition for his signature intensifies.
Despite the growing interest, Como are determined to keep Baturina and view him as a key part of their long-term project, particularly with the club aiming to compete in the Champions League next season. However, should they consider offers, the Serie A side are expected to demand around €80 million (£70 million), a valuation previously reported by Sky Sports journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.
Tottenham have already enjoyed an active summer under De Zerbi, securing the arrivals of Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Martin Dúbravka and Jan Paul van Hecke. The club are also pushing to complete ambitious deals for Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, moves that would significantly strengthen the midfield and underline Spurs’ intentions for the season ahead.
The north London club are equally keen to reinforce their attack following Randal Kolo Muani’s return to Paris Saint-Germain after his loan spell, while uncertainty continues to surround Richarlison’s future.
If Tonali and Fernandes both arrive, they are expected to occupy the deeper midfield roles in De Zerbi’s preferred system, leaving one attacking midfield position available. James Maddison would appear the leading candidate for that role after recovering from injury, but the arrival of a player of Baturina’s calibre could cast doubt over his long-term place in the starting XI.
De Zerbi must also balance the roles of Dejan Kulusevski and other attacking midfield options, while Lucas Bergvall’s future remains uncertain after reports suggested the youngster is considering a move elsewhere following the managerial change.
With Spurs continuing to explore elite additions across several positions, Baturina has emerged as another high-profile target as the club looks to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level.
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