Dejan Kulusevski, the talented playmaker on loan at Tottenham Hotspur from Juventus, has expressed his need to hold discussions with the club to determine whether he will continue his stay. Signed on an 18-month loan deal with a potential permanent signing option, the Swedish international’s future has become a topic of speculation.
Having made significant contributions to Spurs’ campaign, with seven goals and 16 assists from 57 appearances in all competitions, Kulusevski’s form took a dip as the season progressed. Additionally, Tottenham’s failure to secure a European spot due to their eighth-placed finish in the Premier League has added to the uncertainty surrounding the club.
The situation at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is further complicated by the absence of a permanent head coach and sporting director, along with the uncertain future of star striker Harry Kane. These factors raise questions about the direction the club will take in the upcoming season.
If Tottenham wishes to secure Kulusevski’s services permanently, they will have to pay a transfer fee of £24.9m. However, given the anticipated decrease in revenue for the next season, this fee might be considered too high. Nevertheless, Kulusevski has expressed his intention to discuss his future with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy at the earliest opportunity.
In the event that Tottenham opts against exercising their option to sign him, Kulusevski will return to Juventus, where he still has a year remaining on his contract. Juventus, having also missed out on Champions League qualification, may prefer to sell the player to generate funds.
Interestingly, there is a possibility that Kulusevski could be seen as a suitable replacement for Angel Di Maria, who is expected to depart Juventus on a free transfer. This situation adds another layer of complexity to Kulusevski’s future, as both clubs evaluate their options.
As the football world waits to see how this saga unfolds, Dejan Kulusevski finds himself at a crossroads, with his next move set to shape the trajectory of his career. The talks between the player, Tottenham Hotspur, and Juventus will undoubtedly be crucial in determining the talented playmaker’s future destination.
