Tottenham Hotspur are among the clubs rumoured to be interested in Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov, but face competition from one of their Premier League rivals, as well as a European giant.

Khusanov, 20, is a Uzbekistan international and he had a brief spell in Belarus prior to his move to France in the summer of 2023. This season, the youngster has already started nine Ligue 1 games and has made 13 appearances in total across all competitions.

A report from The Telegraph this week claims Spurs, along with Newcastle United, are chasing the centre back ahead of the January transfer window. The article claims Khusanov was signed by Lens for a nominal fee of €100,000 only 18 months ago, and he could now command a fee in the region of £25m.

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It has been suggested Spurs are weighing up whether they need defensive reinforcements in the upcoming transfer window due to the injury problems of centre back pairing Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven. The former has been sidelined with a toe injury since the middle of November, while the latter is currently out with a hamstring problem.

If Spurs are to pursue a move for Ligue 1 breakout star, Khusanov, they will reportedly face competition from European giants Paris Saint-Germain. A recent article from French outlet Foot Mercato claims Luis Enrique's side will also be in the market for a central defender next month.

The article suggests PSG's hierarchy have already met with the player's entourage, although this hasn't resulted in a formal approach as of yet. Khusanov is under contract at Lens until at least the summer of 2027, but PSG could jump at the opportunity to sign him should he become available.