tottenham hotspurThe defensive injury crisis has been well-documented in recent months and has undoubtedly played a large role in the recent dip in form. Angie Postkoglu.

Archie Gray once again played an unnatural centre-back role against Newcastle United on Saturday, while Jed Spence was forced to do the same on the left side of the defence.

Brandon Austin gets between the bats for the first time Premier League He missed the game against his former club due to Fraser Forster’s illness.

Guglielmo Vicario, Ben Davis, Destiny Udoji, Mickey VanderVen and Christian Romero They have all suffered various setbacks in recent times and the aforementioned players are currently the main defensive talents in Australia’s first team.

Such absences have caused Spurs to plummet down the table, with fans desperate for their stars to return as soon as possible to help salvage their rapidly declining record week after week.

However, with the January transfer window open, Ange has the opportunity to add depth to his defensive squad, resulting in one name already being linked with a move to north London.

Spurs vying for defensive prodigy

According to CaughtOffside, Tottenham have entered the game Lens star Abdelkodir Kusanov has been signed in this window but faces stiff competition from other top flight sides.

Manchester City and Wolves Already asked about moving For the 20-year-old, Newcastle United are also on the list of potential destinations for the youngster.

The report mentioned that Kusanov may become a The cost is around €20m (£16.6m) He could be a potential move given his recent performances in Ligue 1.

he is 11 starts in the leagueLens currently sit seventh and are hoping to qualify for European football for a third consecutive season, with the Uzbekistan international playing a vital role in their ambitions.

Spurs hierarchy will face a tough battle to secure the young star’s services given the interest elsewhere, but he would be an impressive addition – one who could push the two current stars to compete in the future First team position for a few months.

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Why Kusanov can become better than Van de Veen and Romero

Over the past 12 months, Van de Veen and Romero have often been Postkoglu’s primary centre-back partnership, leaving the pair with the responsibility of leading the club up the Premier League table.

However, recent injury issues have highlighted the need for more depth in the backline, which could prevent a player like Gray from playing such a role in the defence.

All supporters are eager for the return of the aforementioned players, but if Kusanov’s deal is completed in the coming weeks, it may be difficult for one of them to regain a regular starting role.

The 20-year-old is known as “future legendScout Jacek Kulig has put up a variety of statistical numbers better than Van de Veen and Romero this season, underscoring what a quality addition he will be.

Lens ace has Generate more blocks every 90 minutes There has also been an increase in interceptions per 90 minutes, demonstrating his defensive ability, which could improve Spurs’ backline, which has scored 21 goals in all competitions since the start of December.

Husanov Also won more antennas With more clearances per 90, Ange possesses the star quality his side has sorely lacked of late due to the injury crisis in north London.

The Australian could replace any of the regular starters after January if a deal is agreed with the French side before the end of the transfer window.

The lack of depth at the club has been extremely highlighted and Kusanov is undoubtedly a fantastic talent who can provide depth and quality to help change their fortunes in the second half of the season.

£16.6m is an absolute bargain for a star player of his caliber with the potential to become a potential world boxing champion, but the key is for them to fend off interest from elsewhere during the current transfer window , to secure his signing.

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