Man United and Chelsea asked to pay £50million for experienced defender – Sky Sports

According to renowned Sky Sports football reporter Kaveh Solhekol, Premier League duo of Chelsea and Manchester United are likely to have to cough out about £50million if they want to land Toby Alderweireld from Spurs this summer transfer window.

Unsettled defender seek greener pastures

The Belgium international defender’s Tottenham future has been a major source of uncertainty of recent due to his lack of regular playing time for the North London club last season.

The Red Devils have been heavily linked with a switch for the central defender this summer window as they look to strengthen their options at the back this summer window.

Chelsea linked with move

FA Cup holder Chelsea have also been mentioned as a likely destination for the 29-year-old as his Spurs future continues to be a major source of rumour this summer window.

Sky Sports reporter Kaveh Solhekol has now warned that both of the teams are likely to have to pay as much as £50million if they want to tempt Tottenham into offloading this summer window.

Summer transfer drive at Old Trafford

Man United have already started their summer transfer drive by bringing in Brazil international midfielder Fred and Portuguese youngster Diogo Dalot during the week.

The Blues, meanwhile, have not announced any new arrivals after they ended up fifth on the English Premier League log and won the Emirates FA Cup last term.