Tottenham Hotspur are serious about signing Galatasaray defender Victor Nelsson, who impressed the Premier League club with his “fighting spirit” and “pace” according to the Takvim newspaper..
The 24-year-old Danish international played a key role in Galatasaray winning the Turkish Super Lig title last season, making 32 appearances in all competitions.
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Sevilla came close to signing Nelsson last summer, but the defender opted to stay at Galatasaray for another season.
The La Liga side offered €15m last summer but Galatasaray have included a €25m release clause in Nelsson’s contract.
The Yellow-Reds have made it clear they will not accept offers below the release clause price.
Galatasaray are looking to replace Nelsson with Southampton defender Mohammed Salisu.
The 24-year-old Ghanaian international has been linked with a move to Galatasaray for several months.
Salisu has made 28 appearances for Southampton in all competitions this season.
The defender is valued around €18m according to the report but Galatasaray hope with Southampton being relegated to the Championship that they will be able to strike a deal.
Galatasaray were crowned Super Lig champions yesterday for the 23rd time and booked a place in the Champions League in the process.
