Prem trio eye Seagulls ace

19 October 2011 16:44
righton's towering defender Lewis Dunk is being chased by a trio of Premier League clubs, who all sent scouts to watch him on Tuesday.[LNB] The 19-year-old centre-half was watched by Tottenham, Arsenal and Manchester City at the New Den on Tuesday evening. [LNB]Spurs are on the hunt for a central defender after missing out on Gary Cahill in the summer transfer window.[LNB]Sebastien Bassong is sure to leave White Hart Lane in search of first-team football in the January window, and Ledley King's injury problems means he can't play more than twice a week.[LNB]And it would seem Spurs are already looking at defensive options as coaches Joe Jordan and Clive Allen were present on Tuesday night to examine Dunk's qualities at close quarters. [LNB]However, Spurs will face competition for the signature of the skyscraper defender from Arsenal, who had chief scout Steve Rowley running the rule over the prospect too. [LNB]Arsene Wenger's porous defence has concerned the Arsenal manager and he has dispatched his scouts on a global search for the solution. [LNB]Initial reports on the callow stopper had been impressive and Rowley will now begin to compile a more detailed dossier. [LNB]Manchester City are also monitoring Dunk's progress and had a scout of their own present to watch him in action against Millwall. [LNB]Gus Poyet would be disappointed to lose such a promising player in the January transfer window.[LNB]Dunk started the season alongside skipper Gordon Greer, following injuries to more senior defenders, and has blossomed beyond all recognition.

Source: Team_Talk