Serge Aurier has emerged as a surprise target for Real Madrid amid doubts over his Tottenham future, according to reports.
Aurier has played for Tottenham since 2017, when he joined from Paris Saint-Germain. He initially had to battle Kieran Trippier for a starting role at right-back and now faces competition from Matt Doherty. After starting 31 Premier League games last season, this time around he has managed 19.
It is still unclear whether or not Aurier will be able to add to his Tottenham tallies next season. He has long been linked with an exit, although while there is uncertainty over their next manager, it seems nothing will be decided.
Either way, the Ivorian continues to be linked with a number of big clubs. For example, there were rumours recently that Mauricio Pochettino could try to lure him back to Paris Saint-Germain for a reunion.
But another European giant considering Aurier, according to Foot Mercato, is Real Madrid.
Aurier is considering his future as the final year of his contract approaches. Madrid want to reinforce at right-back and his €12m price tag, which Tottenham have not changed since claims back in March, would seemingly be within reach for them.
The La Liga giants admire his ability to play either as a full-back in a back four, or a wing-back ahead of a back three. They have used both systems this season.
There have apparently been talks between Aurier and his former Lens teammate Raphael Varane to find out about life in the Spanish capital. Varane himself may be on the move this summer but can still offer his old teammate some advice.
Whether Madrid make a move for Aurier, only time will tell.