Tottenham are threatening Arsenal plans for Sampdoria defender Joachim Anderson.
The London Evening Standard says Spurs are tracking Andersen.
The 23-year-old Dane is among the possible replacements for Toby Alderweireld if the Belgian's £25million release clause is triggered by a rival club this summer.
Andersen is also a target for Arsenal, who have bid for both he and Samp teammate Dennis Praet.
Spurs are unlikely to make a move until Alderweireld's future is resolved and they have strengthened their midfield.