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Tottenham Hotspur now want to sign ‘best winger in the league’ this summer

Tottenham Hotspur are now joining the race for Hull City ace Jaden Philogene.

Aston Villa decided to offload a couple of homegrown players last summer.

Cameron Archer was flogged to Sheffield United and Jaden Philogene joined Hull City after loan spells with Stoke City and Cardiff City.

Archer has blown hot and cold but Philogene has been exceptional in the Championship.

The 22-year-old has racked up eight goals and six assists in 20 Championship games, proving to be a driving force in Hull’s push for the play-offs.

An incredible rabona goal against Rotherham United had the shine taken off by a deflection, but Philogene is dazzling in the Championship – and is now wanted in the Premier League.

Tottenham Hotspur want Jaden Philogene

that Tottenham are leading the race to sign Philogene this summer.

It’s noted that Tottenham have scouted Philogene on numerous occasions ahead of a possible move.

Tottenham are looking at another winger for the summer window and Philogene is a prime option.

The former Villa talent has operated regularly down the left flank this season but has played on the right in recent weeks.

Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images
Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images

That versatility will be welcomed and Philogene has shown the ability to dribble past defenders at will.

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Tottenham are now keen but Aston Villa could yet throw a spanner in the works.

Villa sold Philogene for £5million and have a buy-back clause as part of the deal, meaning they could bring him back to Villa Park.

, but if another club – such as Tottenham – offer £20million, then Villa would need to match it.

Tottenham may well believe that around £20million is good value for Philogene after a superb season, but he will be just one of a number of wingers on their radar.