City and United to battle it out for midfielder Harry Winks
Tottenham are braced for interest from both Manchester City and Manchester United for midfielder Harry Winks. (h/t Sun)
The 23-year-old has found himself marginalized under new manager Jose Mourinho. Winks has started just 3 out of 9 matches since the Portuguese took over.
The player limping off with an ankle injury in the FA Cup third-round match against Middlesborough putting his immediate availability for Spurs under doubt.
The player’s long-time availability at Spurs will also be in question with both Manchester clubs interested in securing the player.
With both Scott McTominay and Paul Pogba injured, United are in the market for a midfielder. Manager Ole Gunnar Solksjaer is interested in signing Winks to bolster the position. (h/t Athletic)
United face competition for the Englishman’s signature from cross-city rivals Manchester City. The Citizens are looking for a long term replacement for Fernandinho.
Winks ability to dictate the play from deep is said to have impressed the City management as they strive to beat their city rivals to the player.
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Having come up through the Spurs youth system, Winks has made 121 appearances for the club and has scored 2 goals.(h/t Whoscored)
The midfielder’s contract at Spurs runs till 2024 . Daniel Levy will do his best to obtain a premium for the player as Spurs seek funds for a summer rebuild.
