Julian Nagelsmann could make Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt his first transfer as Tottenham boss if he is appointed manager at the end of this season. This would represent an ambitious raid of his former club, after the 35-year-old parted company with the German giants last week, as de Ligt is rated one of the finest centre-backs in Europe.
Nagelsmann was swiftly replaced by ex-Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel in the Bayern hot seat, just a matter of days before Daniel Levy officially pulled the trigger to relieve Antonio Conte of his duties last Sunday. Now, Sky Germany have reported that Tottenham have 'made contact' with the German head coach.
Speaking about Nagelsmann's dismissal, de Ligt admitted to his surprise at the Bayern hierarchy's decision. "No (I didn't see it coming), I was surprised," he said.
