Report: Tottenham considering move for “certified gem” praised by Gary Lineker
However, Brighton remain firm that the young Argentine is not for sale, as reported by TBR Football.
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Brighton and Hove Albion’s attacking midfielder Facundo Buonanotte, currently on loan at Leicester City.
However, Brighton remain firm that the young Argentine is not for sale, as reported by TBR Football.
Buonanotte has been impressive this season with Leicester, scoring three goals and providing two assists across ten Premier League appearances.
His performances have established him as one of the league’s most improved players, attracting attention from major clubs in Europe.
Aside from Tottenham, German clubs RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund, along with Serie A champions Inter Milan, have also shown interest.
Despite this interest, Brighton intend to bring Buonanotte back to their squad after his loan ends and plan to re-integrate him into manager Fabian Hurzeler’s team.
Yet, considering Brighton’s history of selling players for high fees, Spurs may be tempted to test chairman Tony Bloom’s resolve as they look for ways to boost their creativity on the field.
Buonanotte’s journey began when he left Argentina for Brighton in January 2023.
However, his opportunities with the team have been limited; he has only started 23 league games over 18 months.
Seeking regular game time to further his development, Buonanotte moved to Leicester on loan this past summer.
At Leicester, he has taken on the role of chief creative force under manager Steve Cooper, delivering standout performances that have earned him praise as a “certified gem.”
The 19-year-old is second to Jamie Vardy in Leicester’s scoring chart this season, catching the eye of Tottenham, with even Gary Lineker remarking that the young playmaker “has got something special.”
According to TBR Football, Brighton are invested in Buonanotte’s future potential and hope to make him an integral part of Hurzeler’s long-term plans.
However, Tottenham’s interest could influence Brighton to reconsider if a significant offer comes through.
Spurs’ manager Ange Postecoglou is reportedly looking for a creative midfielder to bolster the squad, especially in light of James Maddison’s recent lackluster form, and views Buonanotte as a promising option.
While Brighton aims to keep Buonanotte, Tottenham may still seek to negotiate a deal, potentially testing Brighton’s determination to retain their young talent.
