Giovani Lo Celso currently has three clubs eagerly awaiting his decision as he contemplates his next move in what has become one of the more intriguing transfer sagas of the summer. The Argentine midfielder is expected to depart Tottenham Hotspur before the transfer window closes, with Aston Villa, Real Betis, and AS Roma all expressing interest in acquiring his services from manager Ange Postecoglou.
Despite his undeniable talent, Lo Celso has been deemed surplus to requirements under Postecoglou’s new regime at Tottenham. With his contract set to expire in less than a year, the 28-year-old has spent the summer positioned in the transfer market, attracting attention from several clubs across Europe.
Lo Celso’s summer was initially occupied by Argentina’s triumphant Copa America campaign, which kept him out of the transfer discussions until mid-July. Upon his return to north London, it became clear once again that his future lies away from Spurs. Both Real Betis and Aston Villa have shown keen interest in securing Lo Celso’s signature, but they have hesitated to advance their pursuits, awaiting clarity on the player’s intentions.
According to sources from Express Sport, AS Roma have recently entered the race, albeit later than their competitors. The Italian club’s interest is reportedly contingent on the potential departure of Paulo Dybala, who has received a lucrative offer from Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League. Should Dybala make the move, it could open the door for Lo Celso to head to Rome, as Postecoglou looks to finalize his squad ahead of the new season.
In the meantime, Lo Celso is carefully evaluating all his options, with the possibility of additional offers materializing before the transfer window shuts. Although Major League Soccer’s Charlotte FC also expressed interest, the player is reportedly more inclined to remain in Europe, where he has built his career. Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce was previously linked with Lo Celso, but as of now, they are not in contention for his signature.
Lo Celso’s European journey began when he was brought to Paris Saint-Germain, where he spent three years before making a name for himself during a successful loan spell with Real Betis. His performances in Spain earned him a move to Tottenham in 2019, where he has since scored 11 goals in 108 appearances. Spurs paid a hefty £55 million for his services four years ago, but given his contract situation, they are now bracing for a significant financial loss in any potential transfer.
As the summer transfer window draws to a close, Lo Celso’s future remains uncertain, but one thing is clear—his decision will have a ripple effect across multiple clubs, each hoping to benefit from his undeniable talents.
