Tottenham Hotspur starlet Archie Gray’s performances have been superb this season, fitting seamlessly into a north London backline that has been decimated by injuries throughout the campaign – but that could form a bid from Real Madrid, according to reports.
Gray has been thrust right into the deep end under Ange Postecoglou, with almost their entire defensive line being ruled out of action with injury, and having excelled at centre-back, right-back and in midfield, the young England starlet has rightfully drawn praise for his performances. But that has garnered interest from elsewhere, with Real Madrid in the market for his signature.
Report: Real Madrid ‘Willing’ to Make Archie Gray Bid
Tottenham star Gray has one of their shining lights this season
The report from Fichajes adds that Madrid are continuing to show interest in recruiting young players with tremendous promise, and one name that has lately arisen in recent days is Gray – with Los Blancos having set their sights on the brilliant Englishman.
| Archie Gray’s Premier League statistics – Tottenham Hotspur squad ranking | ||
|---|---|---|
| Stats | Output | Squad rank |
| Appearances | 13 | =11th |
| Clearances Per Game | 1.1 | =8th |
| Tackles Per Game | 0.6 | 17th |
| Interceptions Per Game | 0.4 | 15th |
| Match rating | 6.19 | 24th |
Recent reports have stated that Madrid chiefs would be willing to make an offer of €50million (£43million) to sign him in the upcoming January transfer window, with Gray having been one of the standout players in Tottenham’s Premier League season – showing maturity and versatility so far this season. His performances and ability to control the midfield, with connecting up with forwards, and even playing in defence have earned interest from numerous clubs, with Madrid being one of those.
The Spanish club is known for its long-term transfer philosophy, having signed players such as Jude Bellingham, Endrick, and Vinicius Junior in previous seasons, and they would be willing to pay a bigger price, with £43 million currently on offer.
Madrid sees him as a ‘ideal’ signing, and if the offer is accepted, Gray, who has been described as ‘phenomenal’, will make the move to a side that values young talent while also being the best club in Europe, having won the Champions League in the summer, where he will play alongside fellow compatriot Bellingham and other top youngsters.
Tottenham spent roughly £30million for his services from Leeds United in the summer, having transferred Joe Rodon the other way, and whether Daniel Levy would accept such a deal remains to be seen – but interest from Europe’s most successful team is likely to cloud over.
