Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to fend off European giants Bayern Munich and Barcelona who have both shown interest in signing Spurs right-back Kyle Walker this summer, according to TRANSFERmarketWEB.
The 26-year-old has been an ever-present feature in Mauricio Pochettino’s side this campaign – making 44 appearances in all competitions, and the Argentine will be keen to keep hold of his star-man ahead of the North Londoners first season away from White Hart Lane.
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The England international’s ability to both defend effectively and provide an attacking outlet is something that is not readily available and has made the Sheffield United academy graduate something of a hot-property.
Walker’s possession retention is another trait that would be suit the styles of both Barcelona and Bayern Munich – with the right-back bosting a successful pass accuracy of 79% over 31 league games this campaign.
Even though the attacking-minded defender is yet to register a goal this term, the 26-year-old has also provided five assists for the second-placed Premier League outfit and created a total of 36 chances.
The Tottenham defender is currently under contract with the Champions League contenders until 2021, and Pochettino will be demanding a large fee in order to let his key man go.