It seems that Arsenal’s manager Arsene Wenger is about to lose out on a year long transfer target as Ajax’s Belgian defensive man Jan Vertonghen declared that he’d be highly interested in signing with Tottenham.
During the last few months Vertonghen has been linked with a number of teams throughout Europe, but those which stood out the most were rival clubs Arsenal and Tottenham.
When asked what would he think about a move to Tottenham in the summer, although he’s highly aware of Arsenal’s interest he replied:
“This is a fantastic club. You can see how well they do this season. They are in the top three in England and that is where I want to play.”
Tottenham’s Harry Redknapp is the one who wanted him at the club so if he takes over the English national squad Arsenal’s chances of snatching him could increase.
Vertonghen could be of use for the Gunners given the fact that he’s able to cover the center spot in the defense, the left-back and the defensive midfielder spot if needed as well.
