Tottenham Hotspur are making their move for Montpellier striker Elye Wahi in the hope of hijacking Chelsea.
Elye Wahi is emerging as a key target for Tottenham Hotspur as they plot a move for the Montpellier forward.
That is according to a report from French newspaper Midi Libre, who claim that a Tottenham offer for Wahi is expected ‘in the next few hours’.
The report carries quotes from Montpellier president Laurent Nicollin, claiming that Chelsea have made an offer for Wahi.
However, the fee on offer was not to Montpellier’s liking, opening the door to a potential hijack.
L’Equipe suggested earlier in June that Montpellier would like a deal worth around £26million for their prized striker.
Fabrizio Romano reported just a few days ago that Chelsea were ‘advancing in talks’ to sign Wahi.
The Blues wanted to get a deal done before other clubs pounced, but they have so far been unable to tempt Montpellier into selling.
Tottenham are allegedly ready to pounce, though this could of course be a negotiation tactic.
Leaking allegedly interest from Tottenham may push Chelsea into making a higher offer out of fear of losing out to a bitter rival.
That’s guesswork on our part but this is how the transfer window works at times, with Montpellier wanting the best deal possible.
Chelsea face problem with Tottenham target Elye Wahi
French forward Wahi was simply sensational last season.
The 20-year-old smashed 19 goals in 33 Ligue 1 games last season, becoming one of the top young talents in French football.
Wahi has been the source of major interest as a result and Tottenham could look to benefit from some problems in Chelsea’s move.
Not only is their offer not up to Montpellier’s standards but there is an issue with Wahi’s plans.
RMC Sport reported last week that Wahi had no interest in Chelsea’s plan to loan him straight on to Strasbourg.
Todd Boehly and BlueCo have purchased Strasbourg, making them a partner club of Chelsea.
The Blues want to sign Wahi and loan him to Strasbourg, but the striker – who finished above Strasbourg with Montpellier last season – isn’t so keen.
That’s an issue Chelsea will have to iron out but there is now a chance that Tottenham look to swoop in and offer him a route straight to the Premier League.
