21-year-old French prodigy wanted by Spurs and Newcastle this summer | OneFootball

Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser has been linked with a move to the Premier League, with clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United monitoring him.

According to Football Insider, the 21-year-old has impressed in Ligue 1, and the two English clubs would be prepared to make a move for him in the summer. He will cost around £34.5 million, and the two clubs have the financial muscle to get the deal done.

Tottenham need an upgrade on Guglielmo Vicario, and the Italian has been linked with a return to Italy. He has been quite inconsistent and error-prone since joining Tottenham. They need an upgrade if they are serious about fighting for trophies. A top goalkeeper can make a huge difference, and the 21-year-old could prove to be an excellent acquisition. He has been rock solid for Lens, and they are second in the league table this season. Risser has been one of the main reasons why they are pushing for the league title. He has 10 clean sheets this season.

The opportunity to move to England could be tempting for him in the summer.

Similarly, Newcastle are looking to bring in an upgrade on Nick Pope. It remains to be seen whether they can convince the player to join the club. The 21-year-old needs to join a club with an ambitious and exciting project. Both clubs could be tempting destinations for him. It remains to be seen where he ends up eventually.

Lens will secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League next season, and the likes of Tottenham and Newcastle will not be able to provide him with that opportunity. It remains to be seen whether the player is prepared to accept that and move to England.