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Transfer News: Tottenham eyeing Barcelona starlet Ilaix Moriba

According to the latest news update by Spanish publication El Gol Digital, Tottenham Hotspur are among a host of Premier League clubs eyeing a transfer move for Barcelona prodigy Ilaix Moriba.

The 18-year-old central midfielder came through the famed La Masia youth academy of Barcelona. Having risen through the youth ranks, Moriba broke into the Barcelona B team last season and did enough to earn a call-up to the first-team this term.

Moriba made his first-team debut for Barcelona in January earlier this year in a Copa del Rey clash and has since been getting regular minutes from the bench under Ronald Koeman. Till date, the 18-year-old has made seven senior appearances, in which he has already managed a goal and two assists. (h/t Transfermarkt)

Barcelona ace Ilaix Moriba is a transfer target for Tottenham News
Barcelona ace Ilaix Moriba is a transfer target for Tottenham

Moriba’s progress in Barcelona has alerted a host of clubs across Europe, with the majority of the interest coming from the Premier League, with Tottenham among those interested in a transfer. Along with Spurs, the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea are hoping to land the teenager next summer.

Tottenham will be welcoming back Oliver Skipp from his loan spell at Norwich City next term. The Spurs’ academy man has shone brightly in the Championship and looks set for a first-team role next season. In addition, the likes of Giovani Lo Celso, Tanguy Ndombele and Harry Winks are all options in midfield for Jose Mourinho.

However, that should not discourage the club from going for a special talent like Moriba, who is clearly held in the highest of regards at Barcelona. In fact, the youngster has shown in his handful of first-team appearances that he has the capability to reach greater heights.

Ilaix Moriba is the latest of Barcelona's special young talents
Ilaix Moriba is the latest of Barcelona’s special young talents

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So, signing Moriba, if there is a possibility of a transfer, should be a no-brainer for Tottenham.

Nevertheless, Barcelona are ready to stave off the interest in Moriba by loaning him out to fellow La Liga outfit Real Betis. With his contract expiring in 2022, the Catalans are also working on a renewal for the youngster at the earliest possible.

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