EPL Index
·12 September 2024
EPL Index
·12 September 2024
Patrick Dorgu, the Lecce left-back, has quickly established himself as one of Serie A’s brightest young talents. With a standout debut for Denmark’s national team and an impressive rise at Lecce, it’s no surprise that his stock is rapidly increasing. Now, according to Gazzetta dello Sport, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are in “pole position” to secure the highly-rated defender, but the competition could be fierce.
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Dorgu’s price tag has surged, climbing from €30m to €40m, and it’s expected to keep rising as Lecce aim to capitalise on the growing interest. The Italian club is reportedly looking to extend his contract, which could impact his market value even further. Tottenham were heavily linked with the Danish talent over the summer, but Chelsea have now re-entered the fray, signalling a potential battle between the two Premier League giants.
Should Dorgu be sold in the coming transfer windows, Lecce are likely to achieve a record profit from the deal. With two of the Premier League’s top clubs vying for his signature, the 18-year-old’s future could shape a major transfer story in the coming months.
For Tottenham supporters, Dorgu would be a crucial addition to bolster the defence, especially given the need for a long-term solution at left-back. His age, versatility, and attacking mindset perfectly suit Ange Postecoglou’s philosophy. Spurs were heavily linked with him in the summer, and securing Dorgu would be a statement signing, reinforcing their ambitions to rise back to the Premier League’s top tier.
Chelsea, on the other hand, are no strangers to snapping up young, emerging talents, and Dorgu fits their current strategy of signing promising players with future resale value. With Ben Chilwell often sidelined by injuries, Chelsea fans will be hopeful that Dorgu can provide more consistency at left-back. His international debut for Denmark only solidifies the belief that he’s ready for the Premier League. Either way, this could be a game-changing signing for both clubs.