RB Leipzig defender, Castello Lukeba is reportedly a subject of interest from Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur.
Before establishing himself as a regular member of the first squad, the France international rose through the ranks at Lyon’s renowned academy setup.
In the summer of 2023, Leipzig outbid a number of rivals to sign the center-back, who has since established himself as a vital member of Die Roten Bullen’s defensive line.
A number of clubs are now attempting to sign him this summer as a result of his performances, which have made him one of the top young defenders in Europe.
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According to Footmercato as reported by Football Talk, Premier League clubs Liverpool and Tottenham have entered the race to recruit the 20-year-old, who is also highly sought after by Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.
Liverpool And Tottenham In Race For Lukeba To Bolster Defence
The Reds and Spurs are now expected to compete for the center-back’s signature, and the Frenchman is open to leaving the Red Bull Arena this summer, according to the source.
According to the report, Leipzig value the young player, who has four years left on his contract at £77 million. Nevertheless, the player and the club have agreed to work out a reduced exit fee.
Due to a high line strategy by Ange Postecoglou and constant injuries to Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, Tottenham conceded a record-breaking 65 goals in the Premier League last season, making defensive reinforcements very imperative.
In every aspect of the game, Premier League champions, Liverpool were among the most dominant sides in the league, and their 41 goals conceded were the second-fewest in the league, only surpassed by Arsenal’s 34.
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