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Spurs Youngster Takai Set for Summer Loan Exit
25 Aug
Summary
- Kota Takai, 21, is seeking a loan move for regular game time.
- Recurring injuries disrupted his previous loan spell in Germany.
- Several Serie A clubs and other suitors are monitoring the defender.
Tottenham Hotspur's young defender, Kota Takai, is actively seeking a loan move to secure consistent first-team football. The 21-year-old Japanese player spent the latter half of last season on loan with Borussia Monchengladbach in Germany.
However, Takai's time in the Bundesliga was unfortunately disrupted by recurring injuries, limiting him to just 339 minutes across eight appearances. Despite initial interest from Gladbach to extend his stay, the player is now looking for a new loan opportunity before the transfer window closes.
Interest in Takai is emerging from several Serie A clubs, alongside other unnamed suitors who are closely monitoring his availability. It remains to be seen whether Tottenham will sanction a straight loan or a deal with an option to buy, though a straight loan appears more logical given Takai's contract status.
Takai still has four years remaining on his contract with Spurs. He is not the only defensive prospect to potentially depart without making a senior appearance, with Luka Vuskovic and Ashley Phillips also moving on this summer.
