Tottenham Hotspur, nicknamed 'moneybags,' gained significant leverage in player acquisitions with their victory in the UEFA Europa League (UEL).
The British outlet GiveMeSport reported on the 23rd (Korea time) that 'Tottenham is showing confidence in acquiring Crystal Palace's defender Mark Guehi (25). Securing UEL victory and a spot in the 2025-2026 UEFA Champions League (UCL) brings a positive factor.'
Guehi is regarded as a key defender for Palace and is evaluated as having strong defensive capabilities in the Premier League.
Tottenham attempted to acquire Guehi in last winter's transfer market. At that time, Palace rejected Tottenham's offer. However, as only one year remains on his contract, they plan to consider his sale in this summer's transfer market.
Ange Postecoglou, the manager, strongly desires to reinforce the defense due to difficulties in managing the defensive line caused by injuries to starting center-backs in the middle of the season.
Having made Guehi their top priority for acquisition, Tottenham will likely strongly persuade him with their secured spot in the UCL for the next season.
GiveMeSport noted that 'Tottenham is still pursuing Guehi's acquisition. They have gained an advantageous position over competitors due to the benefit of UCL qualification. Tottenham is prepared to invest an amount reaching £50 million (about 92.5 billion won). Guehi is highly likely to establish himself as a key defender for the club.'
Additionally, they added that 'not only the UCL qualification but also the youthful squad, modern training facilities, stadium, and overall club projects are appealing elements.'
On the 22nd, Tottenham faced Manchester United (Man U) in the single final of the UEFA Europa League (UEL) for the 2024-2025 season at Estadio San Mamés in Bilbao, Spain, winning 1-0. They secured their first major tournament victory in 17 years with Johnson's decisive goal in the 41st minute of the first half.
After 17 years since the League Cup in the 2007-2008 season, Tottenham lifted their first official major tournament trophy. In terms of European club competitions, this achievement came 41 years after the UEFA Cup in the 1983-1984 season.
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