The star is now desperate to leave the elite club after Tottenham launched a tough move
Tottenham Hotspur have been the busiest team in the Premier League so far this summer. They’ve spent over £200m, welcomed six new faces, and are still just getting started.
Next could be the addition of a new stopper amid concerns that Gulielmo Vicario could still be eyeing the exit door, and that could see Juventus’ Michele Di Gregorio arrive.
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Football FanCast verdict |
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Honesty |
In some ways, Di Gregorio looks to be on his way this summer. His agent has publicly slammed Juventus and that has left the door wide open for him to leave. As things stand, it looks like Tottenham may take full advantage, embarking on a serious move to sign a goalkeeper. |
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Finance |
The deal won’t be expensive, either. Juventus reportedly want just €15m (£13m) to sell their unhappy goalkeeper this summer. Compared to the transfer fees already spent by Spurs recently, that should be a small task for those in North London. |
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Understanding |
The 28-year-old is tough without being flashy. As No.1, Spurs can do better, but as a backup, Di Gregorio could be a good option for De Zeri. |
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Impact |
If Spurs can go in and sign Di Gregorio, that could have a huge impact on Aston Villa, while Juventus’ interest in Emiliano Martinez is likely to increase even more without their stopper. |
Tottenham have wasted no time so far this summer. What they wanted, they almost always got, and Di Gregorio’s move could end up the same way.
Tottenham are making a serious move for Di Gregorio
As reported by Calciomercato IT and relayed by Sport Witness, Tottenham have launched a serious move to sign Di Gregorio, who is unhappy at Juventus.
The Turin club are reportedly ready to approve an exit if an offer worth €15m (£13m) arrives and that is within Tottenham’s finances.
The goalkeeper’s agent publicly attacked Juventus at the start of the window and it has become clear that his client wants a move.
Di Gregorio cannot be Spurs’ No.1
As Roberto De Zerbi praised Di Gregorio, he is not good enough to be No.1 in North London. The Lilywhites will accept a relegation in a summer full of development if the 28-year-old replaces Vicario. Even at £13m, the Juventus man should come as a backup and a backup only.
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25/26 |
by Gregorio |
The Vicario |
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Minutes |
2,655 |
2,790 |
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Clean sheets |
13 |
7 |
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It saves |
61 |
83 |
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Save the percentage |
70.9% |
62.4% |
The numbers show that Spurs need a new stopper, but they also highlight why Di Gregorio shouldn’t be that man. Compared to Vicario, the Juventus goalkeeper made fewer saves last season and even with a better save percentage, his overall performance wasn’t much better.
If Spurs want to match this summer’s ambition between the sticks, an option like James Trafford should be prioritized.
