Pascal Struijk has impressed with Leeds United in the Premier League, and he is certainly good enough to improve Aston Villa. The Villans need more quality and depth in the defensive unit, and a report by TEAMtalk has revealed that they are lining up a £25 million offer to sign the Leeds United defender.
The Dutchman is reportedly a target for Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United as well, and Leeds United will face an intense battle to keep him at Elland Road beyond the summer transfer window.
Struijk is at the peak of his career, and he will be tempted to join a bigger club where he can compete in Europe and fight for trophies. Joining Aston Villa, Tottenham, or Newcastle United could be attractive for him. Leeds United are fighting for survival in the Premier League, and they are not in a position to compete for trophies.
The Dutch defender could be tempted to move on in the summer if there is a suitable offer on the table. Signing the player for £25 million would represent an excellent investment for all three clubs. However, it is unclear if the Whites will accept a bid of that amount for their key player.
Aston Villa are well-positioned to secure Champions League qualification for the upcoming campaign, and they will need to tighten up at the back. Signing the 26-year-old defender could prove to be a wise decision. He could be an upgrade on Tyrone Mings, who has been inconsistent and injury-prone.
Similarly, Newcastle United need to plan for the future, and Struijk could be the ideal long-term replacement for Dan Burn or Fabian Schar. As for Tottenham, Cristian Romero has been linked with a move away from the club consistently over the last few months.
The North Londoners will need to replace him properly and bring in a reliable defender who has proven his quality in the Premier League. The 26-year-old could settle in quickly and make an immediate impact at the North London club. It remains to be seen whether Leeds are prepared to sanction his departure for £25 million.
