Spurs ready to rival Manchester clubs for Villarreal defender

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Villarreal defender Alex Freeman is attracting interest from Premier League clubs including Spurs, Manchester United, and Manchester City.The right-back has caught the eye of Premier League clubs during a strong start to the season in Spain. Freeman has earned a regular role in the Villarreal side and has shone in La Liga, ranking second among league’s top full-backs for aerial duels won, duels won, and progressive passes completed per 90 minutes.Freeman’s performances follow an impressive World Cup campaign with co-hosts USA, and has put English clubs on alert, according to Football Insider. Spurs and both Manchester clubs have checked in on the 22-year-old, with the former considering options to replace Djed Spence, who joined Inter Milan in the summer. Pedro Porro has also attracted interest from Spain. The 27-year-old recently expressed a desire to play in LaLiga.“Right now, it would be very unfair to talk about anything other than my club because I’m under contract, but obviously, I’d love to go back to Spain; it’s a big dream of mine,” he said at a press conference with the national team.Manchester United remain eager to sign full-backs on both sides of the pitch, while right-back is an area that Manchester City are considering. Matheus Nunes has deputised at full-back in recent months, and City were linked with Chelsea defender Malo Gusto in the summer. Chelsea’s asking price prevented Enzo Maresca from reuniting with the Frenchman at the Etihad.Ballon d’Or 2026 – Every winner from this year’s ceremonySee Also – Five of the best Premier League away kits in 2026/27Follow the Football Faithful on Social Media:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTokThe post Spurs ready to rival Manchester clubs for Villarreal defender appeared first on The Football Faithful.