Tottenham Hotspur are planning a summer move for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney, according to the Evening Standard.Hackney have been outstanding performers in the Championship this season with Middlesbrough. The 21-year-old was on the scoresheet on Tuesday night as his goal gave Michael Carrick’s side a vital one-goal lead in their Carabao Cup semi-final against Chelsea.Boro are now preparing for a summer transfer for the England U21 International, with Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all interested.Hackney’s contract at the Riverside Stadium runs until June 2027, with Transfermarkt valuing the midfielder at £6m..
It has been a busy transfer window for Spurs. They have already signed Timo Werner on loan from RB Leipzig and signed Genoa’s Radu Dragusin. He has finished his treatment and an official announcement is expected soon.Spurs are now looking for a new midfielder and Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher is their first priority..
Hackney has become a jewel in Middlesbrough’s midfield as he can defy opposition pressure by maneuvering through the middle of the pitch with skill. to promote transition or line-to-line attacks.The England U21 midfielder is in no rush to part ways with Smoggies, having come through the Middlesbrough Academy ranks. The club, who are vying for a Championship play-off place, admit that Hackney’s potential departure is inevitable.Middlesbrough figure to fuel a competitive bid as Tottenham show strong interest in the centre-back as they look to strengthen their squad now and in the future.A move to Tottenham at a time when their performances have improved makes a lot of sense as Hackney would have the opportunity to learn under one of the best developers of young talent, Ange Postecoglou.Hackney’s defensive skill is reinforced by his tenacity and well-measured aggression in duels, complemented by his strong technical skills. He shows a keen ability to anticipate his counterpart’s moves by positioning himself close and bombing with a loose touch.While he may not always be able to completely outplay his opponent, Hackney’s ability lies in blocking their progress and slowing them down significantly. This ability would prove invaluable, especially in a dominant team like Tottenham, where containing counter-attacks is crucial..
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