Report: Nice eye summer move for Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris

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Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has emerged as a transfer target for Ligue 1 outfit Nice, according to The Telegraph.

The France number one has been in North London since 2012 and been a mainstay between the posts ever since.

At 34, however, there will come a time in the next year or two when Tottenham have to consider a younger model.

As a result, Nice are readying a bid and could pounce the goalkeeper during the summer transfer window.

Lloris actually began his career with the top-flight outfit and with that in mind, a move could appeal to him.

The Tottenham captain has proved a loyal servant to the club since his arrival, playing 363 games and keeping 124 clean sheets.

In the summer he will have just a season to run on his current deal and Tottenham could consider a sale.

Several goalkeepers are being linked with Spurs on a daily basis and it seems clear plans are being made behind the scenes.

TBR View: Time is right for Tottenham to consider Lloris exit

Although the French stopper has proved a decent signing over the years, errors are slowly starting to creep into his game.

The defence could undergo some minor tweaks in the summer and Lloris’ position has to be open for discussion.

As good as he has been there comes a time when change is required and not having real competition has probably seen complacency set in with the £100,000-a-week player.

If Nice are willing to pay a transfer fee for the player, and a replacement can be sought; it looks like a good move for all parties to let Lloris go.