Spurs are interested in signing French international defender Jean-Clair Todibo.

Tottenham have initiated talks to sign the 23-year-old central defender next month, according to transfer analyst Fabrizio Romano, and they hope to reach an agreement soon.

Manchester United is also interested in the defender, so it will be interesting to see where he finishes up.

The Frenchman has established himself as one of the top defenders in Ligue 1 and may be a valuable addition to Tottenham’s defense. The Spurs will undoubtedly require defensive reinforcements during the January transfer window.

Micky van de Ven is out with an injury, and Eric Dier is slated to quit the club due to a lack of playing time. Todibo would be a great replacement for England’s versatile international next month.

The Frenchman has shown himself in Ligue 1, and the chance to demonstrate his abilities in the Premier League will be appealing to him. He’ll be looking to take the next step in his development and join a big club right away.

Tottenham will be anxious to return to the UEFA Champions League and will need to fill gaps in their roster during the January transfer window. Signing a center defender could help them finish strong this season.

It remains to be seen whether Manchester United will make an offer to sign the player now that Tottenham has taken the first steps toward a deal. The Red Devils also require the signing of a strong central defender, especially with players like Harry Maguire and Raphael Varane linked with departures in the coming months.