Tottenham Hotspur are set to compete with Arsenal and Chelsea for the signature of Southampton academy starlet Harley Emsden-James, according to TEAMtalk.
The Southampton academy is renowned for producing top-tier talent, with former players like Gareth Bale,Theo Walcott and James Ward-Prowse making significant impacts at the highest levels of football.
TEAMtalk reports that the Saints are currently at risk of losing several promising academy players as their contracts come to an end. Among these players is defender Emsden-James, who is reportedly set to leave St Mary’s after his contract expires.
Emsden-James, who has been capped by England at the Under-15 level, is drawing significant interest from top Premier League clubs. The Daily Mail supports this information, stating that Tottenham, Arsenal, and Chelsea are all vying for the 14-year-old’s signature.
According to the publication, Emsden-James has already informed Southampton of his intention to leave their academy, sparking a fierce competition among the three London giants
Johan Lange, Tottenham’s director of football, has emphasized the club’s aspiration to become the preferred destination for talented young players from across England and Europe. Tottenham’s active pursuit of Emsden-James aligns with this strategy.
