Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly prepared to cash in on one of their longest-serving players during the summer transfer window.
In Ange Postecoglou's first season in charge, Spurs have generally impressed and are on course to return to Europe in 2024-25.
However, the North Londoners are underdogs to qualify for the Champions League courtesy of a four-match losing streak in the Premier League.
That has led to comments from Postecoglou that he is ready to oversee a number of changes in personnel during the off-season, on both the playing and coaching side.
A recent report indicated that versatile forward Richarlison was on a list of names who could be sold for the right price as Postecoglou looks to make improvements.
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Defender on list of potential departures
According to Football Insider, it has also been determined that Ben Davies is now surplus to requirements from next season onwards.
Davies is currently participating in his 10th year at Spurs, making a total of 330 appearances in all competitions during that period.
Over the past three completed campaigns, the Wales international has notably featured in at least 38 matches under a number of different head coaches.
However, the 31-year-old will not meet that figure this time around, Davies being restricted to 14 starts and five substitute outings.
His cause on that front has not been helped by a lack of continental football and a number of injuries, yet he no longer commands a regular role in the first XI.
Just four outings have come since the turn of the year, while his last two appearances - against Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal - have ended in defeat.
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Could other defenders follow?
A recent report has suggested that Spurs have also set an asking price for Emerson Royal who, like Davies, is a versatile member of the squad but not viewed as a starter when everyone is fit.
Even when each player is fit, Spurs find themselves short in the defensive department and only five would remain if Davies and Royal are sold.
With Japhet Tanganga, on loan at Millwall, and Ryan Sessegnon, who has been plagued by injury issues, also not featuring in Postecoglou's plans, it appears likely that several defenders could arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Ashley Phillips could also be handed a role in the squad for 2024-25 - the 18-year-old has made 20 appearances for Plymouth Argyle in the second half of the campaign.
Darren Plant
