Morgan Gibbs-White update: Tottenham and Man City could enter £70m battle
Tottenham Hotspur have been told what they have to do to land Morgan Gibbs-White this summer after failing with an offer for him last year.
Nottingham Forest prevented Tottenham from landing Morgan Gibbs-White last summer, despite the Lilywhites activating his confidential release clause.
The City Ground hierarchy eventually got their way, with the midfielder remaining and signing a new contract, with Spurs securing Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig instead.
In fact, it was reported that the Forest midfielder personally apologised to Thomas Frank after the move fell through last summer.
Man City ready to battle Tottenham for Morgan Gibbs-White
A couple of days ago, it emerged that Aston Villa were ready to challenge the Lilywhites for the England international in the summer, with the Villans eyeing Gibbs-White as a potential replacement for Morgan Rogers.
Now, journalist Pete O’Rourke has revealed that Man City could also make a move for the former Middlesbrough man, having admired him for a long time.
When asked about the future of 26-year-old, he told Football Insider: “Yeah, it’s gonna be an interesting one with regards to Morgan Gibbs-White’s long-term future.
“There’s always going to be interest in a player like Gibbs-White. Although Forrest won’t want to lose him, I’m sure they’ll probably will be expecting interest in him.m There’s obviously talk that Tottenham could rekindle their interest, Manchester City have been long-term admirers of the player as well.”
How much would Spurs have to pay for Gibbs-White?
Spurs were willing to pay £60m for Gibbs-White last summer, but the midfielder is expected to cost more this summer on the back of his new contract.
O’Rourke suggested that Forest would let the England man go for around £60m-£70m irrespective of whether they get relegated or stay up.
The journalist added: “I think Morgan Gibbs-White is going to have no shortage of interest if he wants to leave Nottingham Forest as well, but it’ll take a big money deal to get him out.
“Whether or not Forest are relegated, you’re probably looking around the £60-70m mark for any club interested in Gibbs-White, and there will be a number of Premier League clubs who will be interested in the former Wolves man.”
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