Tottenham Hotspur have set their sights on in-demand Feyenoord centre-back David Hancko as speculation continues to grow over Ben Davies' future, according to TEAMTalk.
Davies' contract expires in the summer, and there's no word on whether the Welsh defender will extend his stay with the North Londoners. The 31-year-old has missed a large chunk of his side's season due to a hamstring injury, and Ange Postecoglou may feel he can't be relied upon.
Hancko is on the radar of several European clubs, including Spurs, amid a fine spell at De Kuip, where he's caught the eye with his versatility, moving out to left-back when required. There are similarities between the left-footed 27-year-old and Davies regarding their adaptability and ball-carrying abilities.
Tottenham Keen On Feyenoord's Hancko
Chelsea also in race for the Eredivisie star
Tottenham are one of four clubs who have set their sights on Hancko, and they'll have to fork out £42 million, with Feyenoord 'firm on their asking price.' He's a player Liverpool boss Arne Slot will know well, having coached him for two seasons before heading to Anfield, and reports suggest he's been on his former manager's shortlist.
Chelsea are also eyeing the Slovakian, and the Blues are willing to battle it out with the Spurs for his signature. But Atletico Madrid and Juventus have made contact regarding a potential deal, and the Old Lady are said to be enticing him. He has three years left on his contract in Rotterdam, where he has won the title of Eredivisie, the Dutch Cup, and the Dutch Super Cup.
David Hancko Statistics (Eredivisie 2024-25)
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Hancko's stock has grown in recent years, and he was recently hailed as 'world-class' by Dutch journalist Dederik de Groot. He has also been injury-free this season, sitting out just one game due to illness, which would be a massive bonus for Ange Postecoglou, given his defence's injury toll.
All statistics courtesy ofSofaScore- correct as of 08/03/2025.
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