Juventus interest in Destiny Udogie poses a Spurs transfer problem, Flashscore reports

The 23-year-old left-back joined Spurs in 2022 from Serie A side Udinese, and a return to Italy is now being discussed after a tough season in London.

Spurs narrowly avoided relegation, and Udogie's campaign was disrupted by injuries, leading to an inconsistent place in the team.

Sources state that Spurs have not included him on the list of players they intend to sell during the summer transfer window.

Defensive adjustments have been a key part of the club's planning since the season ended. But Roberto De Zerbi views him as a crucial component of his squad.

Juve have previously shown interest in the player and are now beginning to probe whether his loyalty could be swayed.

Udogie's move to Spurs nearly four years ago cost an initial £15 million, potentially rising to around £20 million. However, his development has been promising, and the club would now assess his value in the £40–50 million range.

He is under contract with Spurs until 2030, and Tottenham's aim would be to repel any bids as they seek to recover from a difficult period.

There is much business to resolve, and De Zerbi has been in discussions with the club to ensure matters are arranged swiftly.

They are expected to finalise a decision on defensive midfielder Joao Palhinha imminently. He has been on loan and could be signed permanently, but he has also drawn renewed interest from Sporting Lisbon, which has added an element of uncertainty.

Pedro Porro has been associated with Manchester City, yet there is a chance Spurs could attempt to secure him with a new contract if he remains.

Cristian Romero is anticipated to leave in a high-profile move, while fellow defender Radu Dragusin is receptive to new prospects. Goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has also been heavily linked with a switch to Inter Milan.

The encouraging news is that the club have been advancing their own transfer efforts, with defence as a primary focus. Bournemouth's Marcos Senesi and Liverpool's Andy Robertson are both expected to make moves to North London.