Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly set to add to their defensive stocks in January, with two experienced Premier League centre-backs in their sights.
According to various reports, Spurs wanted to add another centre-back to the squad in the summer, but they were unable to do so before the window slammed shut.
There have already been suggestions that a top-class defender would be one of Spurs’ top priorities in January.
We have heard over recent days that Tottenham may explore a move for Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite, and now, two other names have also been mooted as targets for Spurs.
Thomas Frank could raid Brentford for Tottenham recruits in January
This update comes from TEAMtalk, who say that Spurs have already put aside a portion of their budget to strengthen in central defence.
The report claims that Tottenham Hotspur kept a close eye on Brentford defender Nathan Collins in the summer, and the club are expected to look at the Bees captain again in the winter as Thomas Frank eyes a reunion.
The publication adds that Nathan Ake was also in Spurs’ sights in the summer, and the City star is another player the Lilywhites may explore a deal for when the transfer window reopens.
Frank will soon receive a major defensive boost
The Tottenham boss has so far been restricted to using just Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Kevin Danso at centre-back due to the injuries Spurs have in their squad.
In fact, Frank even played Joao Palhinha in the heart of defence against Doncaster Rovers last week, and the experiment worked.
However, Frank will soon be able to call on the services of Radu Dragusin, who is now back in training, while the experienced veteran Ben Davies is also expected to be available soon.