Tottenham Hotspur and Inter Milan are setting their sights on Royal Antwerp’s young sensation, George Ilenikhena, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.
The Nigerian-born striker, who became the youngest Nigerian to score in the UEFA Champions League last December, has an asking price of at least €20 million. Ilenikhena made headlines when he scored against Barcelona at just 17 years and 119 days old, surpassing Obafemi Martins’ long-standing record.
Royal Antwerp is reportedly looking to sell the talented forward to fund their summer activities. Tottenham, still looking for a replacement for Harry Kane, has prioritized adding a striker, with Ilenikhena high on their list. Despite having Brazil’s Richarlison and Heung Min Son adapt to the center forward role, Spurs coach Ange Postecoglou is keen to bolster his squad with a specialized striker for the upcoming season.
Inter Milan, fresh from their Serie A title win, also show a strong interest in Ilenikhena, setting the stage for a potential bidding war with Tottenham. The young Nigerian has struggled to secure a regular starting spot under manager Mark van Bommel at Antwerp, making a summer move highly likely.
The transfer window approaches and both clubs are poised to make their moves to secure one of football’s promising talents.
