DISASTROUS TRANSFER MELTDOWN: Tottenham and Chelsea’s CHEAPSKATE Plot to Snatch Spain Superstar EXPLODES in Their Faces – You Won’t Believe the SHOCKING Price Hike That Leaves Rivals LAUGHING!

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly prioritising the signing of a high-calibre central defender in the January transfer window, amid ongoing concerns over the fitness of Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven.

While several Premier League centre-backs have been linked with the club, reports have also suggested that Spurs were monitoring a more experienced La Liga option.

Their interest in Barcelona’s Eric Garcia first surfaced in the summer, and the North London side have continued to track the 24-year-old.

Major update on Tottenham target Eric Garcia

Earlier this month, reports indicated that Tottenham and Chelsea were preparing to compete for Garcia’s signature in January.

However, journalist Graeme Bailey has since revealed that the Spaniard is now close to signing a new contract at Camp Nou after impressing manager Hansi Flick.

Bailey told TBR Football: “At one stage in the summer, with Garcia’s contract running down, both Chelsea and Spurs were seriously interested.

He’s a quality player with Premier League experience and fits the profile both clubs wanted. But since then, he’s established himself under Hansi Flick and won’t be leaving. His representatives have confirmed that a new deal is imminent.”

Spurs considering Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae

Tottenham’s strong ties with Bayern Munich—highlighted by the recent transfers of Harry Kane and Eric Dier to Germany, and Bayern’s interest in Premier League players like Mathys Tel and Joao Palhinha—could lead to another potential link-up.

According to FlashScore, Spurs are now exploring a move for Bayern centre-back Kim Min-jae, who has slipped down Vincent Kompany’s hierarchy.

However, the report clarifies that Bayern are unlikely to sanction a sale in January, preferring to make any decision on the South Korean defender’s future next summer.