Tottenham set to dip into transfer market in January as they face a CB shortage
Tottenham are expected to be in the market for a centre-back in the January transfer window following the injury to Micky van de Ven.
Ange Postecoglou's side will be without the pacy Dutchman for a few few months after his hamstring tear in Spurs' 4-1 loss to Chelsea earlier this month.
The club could also be set to lose Eric Dier, who came on in that game following the dismissal of Christian Romero, as his 2024 contract expiration draws nearer.
As a result, the north London side are set to dip into the transfer market to bolster their defensive options as they look to capitalise on their surprisingly good start.
Spurs' policy of recruiting young, high-potential players is likely to be unchanged, while the need for a defender will the physical attributes required to carry out Postecoglou's high-pressing style is paramount.
Toward the top of that list could be AC Milan youngster Malick Thiaw, who has been a mainstay of the Rossoneri defence this term and started 10 of the side's first 12 Serie A games.
The 22-year-old stands at 6ft 4in - the same as Van de Ven - though, despite being no slouch, his speed can not be compared to the Tottenham defender. Thiaw is an aggressive front-footed defender who holds his own against the most physically dominant forwards in the Italian top-flight.
But crucially he is right-footed, even if he has been adept on the left side of a back four or as the left-sided centre back in a back three.
Spurs could also look to Benfica youngster Morato, who has found game time hard to come by with the Portuguese giants so far this term.
The 21-year-old has played more games in the Champions League than in Liga Portugal, however, with a record of four losses from four matches, their European displays are
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