New Tottenham Hotsput manager Ange Postecoglou faces a difficult test of rebuilding the first team and cleaning up the mess that was left after Antonio Conte, Nuno Espirito Santo and Jose Mourinho. It’s not a job for the faint-hearted, but the Australian coach is keen to do it.The new boss does not officially start at the club until 1 July but reportedly held a meeting with Daniel Levy on Friday to discuss transfers.David Raya, 27 (28 in Sept) is Spanish but came through academy at Blackburn so is classed as HG under Prem rules. Seems a good shot stopper & good with his feet, which Postecoglou wants. Would be a good signing if we get it done. Better if early please #THFC pic.twitter.com/WJYPdR6CTD— Bonza Spurs News 🇦🇺🍺🦘🪃 (@SpursNews1961) June 11, 2023 The first order of business is to secure the most sensitive position – the goalkeeper. With Hugo Lloris on his way out of the club and in decline in terms of form, the club captain won’t be the first choice next season – even if he ends up staying in North London.Brentford’s star performer David Raya is the player who should be a long-term replacement for the Frenchman. The 27-year-old Spaniard is entering the final year of his contract at Brentford Community Stadium and has already informed manager Thomas Frank and the club directors that he wouldn’t be signing a new deal. So, Brentford either sell him now or lose him without receiving a substantial fee. Official: Post-Conte Spurs in the hands of PostecoglouSpeaking in May, Frank told reporters that Raya’s price had been set at $50 million. But with the player entering the last 12 months of his contract, the Danish coach and his employers should consider lowering their demands. The notorious deal-maker Levy will undoubtedly try to get a better price.
