Tottenham have launched a surprise bid for Manchester City’s £15million-rated defender Manuel Akanji.
Akanji has yet to feature for Pep Guardiola’s side in the Premier League this season and has fielded interest from the likes of Galatasaray and AC Milan.
Galatasaray had agreed terms with City over a deal but the central defender has taken time to assess his options.
Akanji is believed to want Champions League football and Spurs making their move for the Switzerland international is likely to tip the scales towards remaining in England.