Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Juventus defender Federico Gatti during the summer window.

The Italian outfit are hoping to tie him down to a contract extension, but he wants to play regularly, and therefore, he would be open to a move. According to a report from CaughtOffside, the player will cost around €35 million, and Tottenham are ready to submit a formal offer for him.

Federico Gatti could be a useful addition

Federico Gatti of Juventus FC reacts during a Serie A match. (Photo by Francesco Scaccianoce/Getty Images)

The 26-year-old has the physicality to do well in the Premier League, and he could be an important player for Tottenham. They need defensive reinforcements this summer. They have looked vulnerable at the back last season, and they are expected to lose their best defender, Cristian Romero, during the summer transfer window.

The Italian could fill the void left by the South American, and he will look to establish himself as a key player for the club if the move goes through. The asking price seems quite reasonable for a player of his quality, and he could justify the outlay in the coming seasons.

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