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Tottenham have already been linked with loads of defenders ahead of the January transfer market, but none of them are as perfect a fit as Stuttgart’s Benjamin Pavard.

What's the story?

Tottenham have been linked with a move for Manchester United’s Eric Bailly, as Jan Vertonghen’s injury has shown just how thin Pochettino’s squad is.

The boss now only has two fit senior centre-backs, and is also reportedly eyeing a move for Dutch wonderkid Matthijs de Ligt.

While Bailly has the Premier League experience and de Ligt has the leadership skills, Pavard’s versatility would make him the absolute perfect signing to round out Pochettino’s defence.

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Perfect for Pochettino?

Pavard stunned everyone at the World Cup this summer, performing extremely well for France as a right-back.

The 22-year-old plays as a centre back for Bundesliga side Stuttgart, but was stuck on the right flank due to his ball-playing abilities and the incredible form of Samuel Umtiti and Raphael Varane in the middle in Russia.

As well as scoring the goal of the tournament, the youngster averaged two tackles, 1.2 interceptions and 3.7 clearances per game, all while playing out of position.

He has picked up right where he left off with Stuttgart, somehow getting better every week now back in his natural position.

Across seven Bundesliga games this season, he is winning over three aerial duels per game while also averaging a truly remarkable 9.6 clearances per game, as per WhoScored, with the former clearing up any concerns over his physicality.

Pavard’s elite ball-playing skills, composure on the big stage and versatility to play anywhere across a back three or a back four would make him one of Tottenham’s best signings in years.

So, Tottenham fans, would you back a move for Pavard? Or is there a better choice? Let us know your thoughts by voting in the poll below…