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Chelsea and Spurs Scout Sporting’s Maxi Araujo as Summer Interest Builds

Early checks at elite level hint at groundwork for a summer move.

Overview

  • Scouts from Chelsea and Tottenham watched Maxi Araujo in Sporting’s Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal on Tuesday.
  • Both clubs have contacted the Uruguay international’s representatives, according to reports relayed by Sport Witness, Yahoo Sports, and CaughtOffside.
  • Araujo plays both left-back and left wing and has 10 goal contributions this season, which fits teams seeking flexibility on the left flank.
  • Coverage to date points to scouting and initial contact rather than formal negotiations or bids.
  • Reports cite a £69 million release clause in his Sporting contract, though several outlets suggest Sporting could accept a lower fee.