Spurs set to rival Arsenal in race to sign Real Madrid star

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in a Real Madrid playmaker, but they face competition from North London rivals Arsenal, who are also closely watching the player.

Brahim Diaz linked with Spurs

Brahim Diaz has not had the easiest of times at Real Madrid since his move from Manchester City, with the Moroccan international spending three seasons on loan at Serie A side, AC Milan, where two years ago he scored the winning goal against Tottenham in the Champions League last 16 first leg.

The 25-year-old has spent most of this season warming the bench, starting only two matches, and he is reportedly unhappy with his lack of minutes.

If things fail to change, Diaz could bid Los Blancos farewell and Spurs are amongst a number of clubs keeping an eye on his situation.

The race to sign Diaz

According to TBR Football, Tottenham have been joined by Arsenal and Newcastle United in expressing their interest in Diaz, while Manchester City and AC Milan may also be interested in being reunited with him if he becomes available.

Real Madrid are reluctant to let Diaz leave, and Carlo Ancelotti has insisted he is important to the club, but with Diaz concerned about his lack of minutes, the champions of Europe could change their minds, particularly if they are able to agree a loan deal rather than selling him.

This comes after Diaz’s teammate Arda Guler has also been linked with Tottenham, along with a number of Premier League teams, in a similar situation where he has been unable to regularly start for Real Madrid.

Is Diaz good enough for Spurs?

Diaz is a decent player, but he is unable to start for a Real Madrid side who have not been at their best this season, while his most impressive season for league goal contributions is nothing special, with eight goals and seven assists.

Despite this, Diaz is able to play as an attacking midfielder or on the wing and could provide competition for Brennan Johnson and James Maddison. Whether he would become a first-team player at Spurs remains to be seen, but he would be a useful addition in providing squad depth.

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