Ibrahim Afellay is a potential transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur, the Metro reports today. The Dutchman is reportedly disappointed at the lack of chances he's had at the Camp Nou following his transfer from PSV in 2011, making 20 appearances in total.
André Villas-Boas is keen on improving his attacking force with an attacking midfield, even though he has the likes of Lewis Holtby, Clint Dempsey and Gareth Bale at his disposal already, even if the latter is likely to leave. Afellay's attacking versatility may be a sign that he may be a temporary replacement for Bale, who could head south to Spain. In recent times, Barcelona have been reluctant to sell Afellay, which last season saw him loaned out to German outfit Schalke but failed to knuckle down a place in the starting XI.
North London rivals Arsenal have also sounded their interest. Barcelona could be tempted to part ways with the attacking midfielder if a bid of around £5,000,000 is sent their way, just less than half of what they paid PSV for his services in 2011.
