Tottenham Hotspur prepared to entertain offers for Rodrigo Bentancur

Tottenham Hotspur are ready to listen to proposals for Rodrigo Bentancur when the summer transfer window opens, according to a report from iNews. The Uruguay international has been a regular under Ange Postecoglou but could be moved on as part of a wider reshaping of the squad.

The report indicates that the club are open to selling the 27-year-old, which would represent a significant shift given his importance in recent seasons. Bentancur joined Tottenham from Juventus in January 2022 for an initial £15.8 million and has made over 60 appearances for the club.

Context and background

Bentancur has struggled with injuries, including a serious knee issue that kept him out for much of the 2024-25 campaign. His absence exposed a lack of depth in midfield, with the club eventually finishing eighth in the Premier League. This summer, Postecoglou is expected to overhaul the midfield department, and Bentancur may be deemed surplus to requirements.

The Uruguayan's style is that of a progressive ball-winner, capable of breaking up play and carrying the ball forward. However, his injury record and the emergence of younger players like Pape Matar Sarr and Yves Bissouma have reduced his guaranteed starting spot.

Statistically, Bentancur ranked in the top 15% of Premier League midfielders for tackles per 90 minutes last season, but his passing accuracy dipped below 80% in the final third, indicating a lack of creativity near goal. With Tottenham needing to refresh their attacking patterns, the club may target a more incisive passer.

Impact and analysis

Selling Bentancur would provide Tottenham with transfer funds and free up wages, but it would also remove a versatile option. Postecoglou favours a high-pressing, possession-based system that demands energy and discipline from central midfielders. Bentancur's pressing numbers were strong before his injury, but his recovery pace has been a question mark since returning.

  • Tottenham would need to sign at least one replacement midfielder this summer, with the club linked to multiple targets across Europe.
  • Bentancur's market value is estimated around £20-25 million, given his contract expiring in 2026 and injury history.
  • From a Fantasy Premier League perspective, Bentancur's departure would boost the prospects of Sarr and Bissouma, who would likely see increased minutes.

For FPL managers, Bentancur has never been a consistent points scorer, averaging fewer than 3 points per game in his Spurs career. His exit would not significantly alter midfield template picks, but it does remove a rotation risk for those holding Spurs defensive assets, as a weaker midfield could expose the backline.

What's next

Tottenham will look to finalise their summer transfer strategy in the coming weeks. Bentancur's sale would be one of several departures expected at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with the club aiming to raise funds for a top-six challenge next season. The coming weeks will clarify which clubs register interest, with several Serie A and La Liga sides reportedly monitoring the situation.

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