Tottenham stand firm as Bayern Munich make informal enquiry for defender | OneFootball

Tottenham Hotspur’s long-term defensive planning has been thrust into the spotlight after highly rated youngster Luka Vušković unexpectedly became the subject of intense interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs ahead of the winter transfer window.

The 18-year-old centre-back, currently gaining valuable experience on loan at Hamburger SV, has caught the eye with a series of composed and authoritative performances in Germany, prompting enquiries from the Bundesliga’s elite.

The 18-year-old centre-back, currently gaining valuable experience on loan at Hamburger SV, has caught the eye with a series of composed and authoritative performances in Germany, prompting enquiries from the Bundesliga’s elite, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

Tottenham youngster is wanted by Bundesliga giants

Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig are believed to have gone a step further, making informal approaches to Tottenham Hotspur to explore the defender’s availability.

However, Spurs have been quick to shut down any suggestion of a sale.

Internally, Tottenham regard Vušković as a cornerstone of their future back line. Signed from Hajduk Split last summer, the Croatian teenager was immediately loaned out to Hamburg as part of a carefully structured development plan.

That strategy now looks justified, with scouts praising his maturity, aerial dominance and calm distribution despite his young age.

Importantly for Spurs, Vušković is tied to a long-term contract that runs until 2030, giving the North London club a position of real strength.

The growing interest has, however, sparked internal discussions at Tottenham about whether to accelerate his integration.

One option under consideration is recalling Vušković from his season-long loan in January.

Spurs have no interest in letting Vušković leave

Luka Vuskovic of Hamburger SV (L), currently on loan from Tottenham (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Such a move would not only show Spurs’ belief in the player, but also serve to cool external interest by placing him firmly within the Premier League environment.

For now, the player himself appears focused on development rather than speculation. Vušković has publicly indicated that he has not held talks with Tottenham regarding an early recall and expects to remain at Hamburger SV until the end of the season.

From his perspective, regular minutes and continued progression in Germany are seen as crucial steps before making the jump to English football.

With defensive depth a long-term priority and several senior options approaching key stages of their careers, Spurs see the teenager as a natural successor within their system.