Why Tottenham lost the race to sign Abdukodir Khusanov from RC Lens

Manchester City look to have won the race for Abdukodir Khusanov in January, but why did the likes of Tottenham and Newcastle drop out of the running?

Tottenham’s initial interest in Abdukodir Khusanov

In recent weeks, Tottenham Hotspur’s defensive struggles have been thrust into the spotlight, with a growing need for reinforcements in the heart of defence.

Crucially, the injuries to Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven – two key pillars of Spurs’ backline ...