According to a report in La Repubblica (as relayed by CalcioGirona), Tottenham Hotspur have refused to give any sort of discount to Genoa for Djed Spence, thus putting the move in jeopardy.
Genoa were in talks with Spurs over Spence deal
It has been widely reported over recent weeks that Genoa had been locked in talks with Spurs over the permanent signing of Spence on the back of the right-back’s successful loan spell at the club during the second half of last season.
It had even been suggested by GiveMeSport last week that it was only a matter of time before the deal was concluded as the two clubs were nearing an agreement.
However, it was reported by journalist Sacha Tavolieri on Sunday that a transfer had hit a roadblock as Tottenham insisted that they want at least €7m (£6m) for the right back, which Alberto Gilardino’s side are not willing to pay.
Spurs refuse to offer a discount on Djed Spence
La Repubblica have now asserted that the Premier League side are sticking by the €10m (£8.4m) valuation, which was the value of the option to buy in Genoa’s loan deal for Spence.
The report says that the North London club are not in the mood to give the Italian side any ‘discounts’, which is why a deal might now be off.
The publication asserts that Genoa are now concentrating on other alternatives, including Napoli right-back Alessandro Zanoli, who’s believed to be available for a cheaper price.
Spurs Web Opinion
Some Premier League clubs might have reached out to Tottenham regarding a deal for Spence over recent weeks, which might be why Spurs have hardened their stance and refused to sell the former Middlesbrough man to Genoa for a discounted fee.
It’s not like Spurs are asking for a huge fee, so I’m not surprised they are unwilling to let him go for a bargain price.
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