Harry Kane to Man Utd a ‘nightmare’ negotiation, Tottenham eye Marco Silva to replace Antonio Conte - Paper Round

Why Kane deal could be a ‘nightmare’ for Man Utd Harry Kane swapping Tottenham for Manchester United this summer is far from a certainty despite Erik ten Hag seeking a proven goalscorer to boost his options up front, ESPN reports. Kane is out of contract in 2024, but Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is known to be a fierce negotiator and will not let the England captain go for cheap.

Kane was the subject of interest from Manchester City in 2021, but Spurs held onto the England captain before City turned their attentions to signing Erling Haaland last year. Ad ESPN writes: “Kane and United would appear to be the perfect fit, but sources have told ESPN that the prospect of dealing with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy in order to negotiate a deal for the England captain has left United focusing on alternative options including Napoli's Victor Osimhen and Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic.

Despite Kane entering the final 12 months of his Spurs contract this summer, one source has told ESPN that United will not risk a prolonged pursuit of Kane that drags out until final hours of the summer transfer window. Premier LeagueTottenham solidify top-four place as Kane scores twice in win over Forest11/03/2023 AT 14:46 “’United can't afford to start the season without a new striker," the source said.

«And having dealt with Levy in the past, they don't want to go through that nightmare all over again for Kane with so much at stake, so they might not even get involved.’” ** Silva a Spurs target Fulham boss Marco Silva has emerged as a contender to replace Antonio Conte if the Italian leaves Tottenham, The Sun reports. Spurs are out of the Champions League but still fighting for fourth in the Premier League, though the future of head coach Conte