Tottenham Hotspur have joined the race for Mateo Pellegrino from Italian club Parma.
The 23-year-old Argentine has impressed with his performances in Italy, and Spurs would be willing to secure his signature. However, they are not alone in their pursuit, and they will face competition from West Ham and Nottingham Forest, as per ParmaLive.
Matteo Pellegrino could be tempted to join
The opportunity to move to England will be an interesting one for the player, and it remains to be seen whether he is keen on the move. Regular football in England could help him improve further. Spurs need more depth in the attacking unit, and signing the 23-year-old could be ideal for them as well. If he manages to fulfil his potential with them, he could develop into a star for the club.
Parma value the player highly, and he is likely to cost a premium. They will not sell the player before the summer transfer window, and it remains to be seen whether Tottenham decide to wait until then. Signing the South American would be a solid long-term investment for them. He is likely to improve with coaching and experience, and he could develop into a quality player with the right guidance.
Even if Spurs have to pay a premium for him, Pellegrino could justify the investment in future.
Pellegrino is a player in demand
Meanwhile, West Ham and Nottingham Forest are keeping tabs on his situation as well. It will be interesting to see if they decide to follow up on their interest with an official offer to get the deal done. Signing the player will not be easy for them. He will want to compete at the highest level, and Tottenham will be a more attractive destination. They will be able to offer him. European football and the platform to fight for trophies. It remains to be seen what the Striker decides.
