Brazilian wing-back Wesley has been one of AS Roma's best players this season, attracting the attention of Tottenham and others. Even if the Italian side put up a wall, Spurs could get a discount on the deal.
The 22-year-old joined the Giallorossi for €25m last summer. This has proven to be a bit of a bargain, as Wesley fits perfectly into Gian Piero Gasperini's system.
He has played 34 times in all competitions and contributed six goals. Apart from playing as a right wing-back, he has often been the first choice on the left.
This has made him a candidate to play at the World Cup with Brazil, having played regularly since arriving in Rome. Also, he is attracting the attention of many clubs.
Tottenham are among those interested in a transfer.
Roma are putting up barriers
sports witness Manchester City's interest in Wesley has been covered before asromalive Please provide some more information.
The outlet says Tottenham are tracking the Brazil international, with Liverpool and Arsenal also in the running.
Roma are believed to have placed a price-tag of €60 million on the transfer, suggesting an unwillingness to sell him. This has led to the likes of Arsenal and Manchester City considering other targets but the same is not true for Spurs.
The price seems a bit inflated, as previous reports suggested a €50m valuation. This perhaps indicates that Roma are not in a strong negotiating position and a deal could be done for less than €60m.
Big transfer need could help Tottenham
As things stand, the Giallorossi are outside the top four in Serie A. They have always had issues with Financial Fair Play, having previously signed a settlement agreement with UEFA regarding this.
If they miss out on Europe, they will be desperate for a big sale. It could come in any number of forms, but if Tottenham offer around €50m, or perhaps €5m or even less, Roma will be tempted.
This may prove to be enough for him and his FFP fight. Furthermore, this amount is usually significant for Serie A clubs due to the obvious financial discrepancy between England and Italy.
So if Roberto De Zerbi's side are serious about Wesley, he would fit perfectly into the Italian's high-intensity system.
