Is Emerson Royal on his way back to Spain?

Tottenham Hotspur defender, Emerson Royal, in keeping with a supply, has piqued the curiosity of Atletico Madrid forward of a attainable summer time switch.

After impressing throughout a two-year stick with Actual Betis in La Liga, the 23-year-old solely moved to North London for about £25.8 million final summer time.

Beneath Nuno Espirito Santo and Antonio Conte, the Brazilian struggled to ascertain himself as a daily starter in Tottenham’s beginning lineup, however he went on to make 41 appearances for the membership in all competitions throughout his first season in England.

Within the wing-back space, Emerson was continuously favored over Matt Doherty, whereas the potential for Djed Spence becoming a member of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this summer time has forged doubt on Conte’s religion within the Brazil worldwide as a first-choice choice.

With that in thoughts, Sky Sports activities studies that Atletico Madrid is keen on bringing Emerson again to Spain this summer time. Diego Simeone’s facet has had a long-standing curiosity within the defender.

Based on the supply, Atletico Madrid have been keen on buying Emerson final yr, however he selected to hitch Spurs as an alternative, the place he signed a contract till June 2026.

Atletico have been attempting to find a right-back alternative since Kieran Trippier’s £12 million left to Newcastle United in January, and Emerson seems to be the most recent of these targets.