Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur in three way fight for Palermo midfielder

Date: 21st November 2011 at 11:37pm
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Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea are all considering a January move for Palermo midfielder Josip Ilicic.

The Slovenian has the ability to play in a position just behind the strikers or on the left side of midfield.

His performances for Palermo in Serie A have reportedly caught the attention of the three Premier League clubs who could make a bid for the player this coming January.

However, they will have to stump up at least £25 million if they wish to acquire the Slovenian.

Despite the 23-year-old joining the Sicilian side only 14 months ago from Maribor for a mere £2.3 million, outspoken Palermo President Maurizio Zamparini insists he will only listen to interested clubs if, and only if, a minimum of £30 million is tabled.

All three London clubs have reportedly sent representatives to watch Ilicic in action this term, including Sunday’s 3-0 defeat at Juventus.

Ilicic is currently valued at around £8m and has scored twice in 12 appearances this season.

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