Tottenham target Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio

Tottenham Hotspur have made formal enquiries over a potential deal to sign Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio this summer, according to reports from Calciomercato.it, as relayed by Tuttojuve. The 26-year-old Italian shot-stopper is valued at around £12 million, and the Serie A club's manager Roberto De Zerbi is keen on retaining him.

Di Gregorio's journey to Juventus

Michele Di Gregorio joined Juventus only last summer after an impressive stint at Monza, where he had been on loan for two seasons. During his time at Monza, he established himself as one of the most reliable goalkeepers in Serie A, earning a permanent move to Turin. His performances earned him a call-up to the Italian national team, although he is yet to make his debut.

At Juventus, Di Gregorio has been competing with veteran Wojciech Szczesny for the number one spot. He has made 28 appearances across all competitions this season, keeping 12 clean sheets in the process. His distribution and shot-stopping have been praised, but the arrival of De Zerbi has added a layer of tactical complexity to his role.

Tottenham's goalkeeping situation

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou already has Guglielmo Vicario as his first-choice goalkeeper. The Italian international has been outstanding since joining from Empoli last summer, making 35 appearances and keeping 13 clean sheets in the Premier League. Behind Vicario, Fraser Forster provides experienced backup, while Brandon Austin is a promising homegrown talent.

However, with Forster turning 36 in March, Spurs may be looking for a younger deputy who can push Vicario for the starting spot. Di Gregorio fits that profile: at 26, he is entering his prime years and has experience both as a starter and as a backup at a top club.

What this means for the transfer market

Juventus are in a transitional phase under De Zerbi, who has been tasked with rebuilding the squad while adhering to financial fair play constraints. The £12 million fee is relatively modest by modern standards, especially for a goalkeeper of Di Gregorio's calibre. Tottenham would likely need to negotiate with Juventus, who may be unwilling to sell a player they only recently acquired.

  • Di Gregorio's market value is estimated at around £12 million, based on his age and recent performances.
  • Comparable deals include Arsenal signing David Raya from Brentford for £3 million loan fee initially, with a £27 million option to buy.
  • If the move goes through, it would provide Tottenham with two Italian goalkeepers, offering continuity in style.

Fantasy Premier League implications

For FPL managers, Di Gregorio is currently unavailable in the game as he plays in Serie A. However, if he joins Tottenham, he would likely be priced around £4.5 million, making him a budget option similar to Vicario's current £5.0 million price tag. He would not threaten Vicario's starting spot immediately, but could be a good enabler for managers looking to spend elsewhere.

What's next for Tottenham's goalkeeping department

Tottenham are expected to finalise their summer transfer plans early, with Postecoglou keen to strengthen depth across the squad. Di Gregorio is one of several names being considered to bolster the goalkeeping ranks. Whether Juventus are open to selling remains to be seen, but Spurs' enquiries signal their intent to add quality competition for Vicario.

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