Tottenham have joined the race to sign Leeds United sensation Archie Gray, sources have told Football Insider.
It is believed that Ange Postecoglou’s side are eager for the midfielder’s services this summer amid interest from across the Premier League.
Sources have told Football Insider (16 February) that the Whites will be deluged with bids for Gray, 18, this summer if they fail to earn promotion.
The Leeds academy graduate is on the radar of multiple top-flight clubs and attracted significant interest in the January transfer window.
Tottenham and Liverpool want Leeds United ace Archie Gray
Well-placed sources told Football Insider (24 November) that Liverpool and Everton were keen on the youngster last winter and Crystal Palace sent scouts to watch him play.
Now, the Lilywhites have emerged as contenders to sign Gray and it is believed that Liverpool are still eager for his services.
The 2006-born star has been a standout for Daniel Farke’s promotion-chasing Leeds this season having started 38 games in all competitions.
The teen was recently called up for England’s under-21 squad for their Euro qualifying campaign and bagged a goal against Azerbaijan and an assist against Luxembourg during the international break.
Leeds are set to fight off bids for Gray, with Football Insider revealing (20 March) that the club are expected to offer him a contract this summer despite him penning a new deal in January.
Meanwhile, Tottenham have begun their transfer plans for the new season, with Football Insider revealing (29 March) that they have prioritised signing Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White and a new striker this summer.
Tottenham sit fifth in the Premier League table after their 2-1 win against relegation battlers Luton Town on Saturday afternoon (30 March).
They are next set to face West Ham United at the London Stadium on Tuesday night (2 April).
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