Anderlecht looking for defensive reinforcements

MONDAY, 27 MARCH 2017, 16:59 - D.A.B.
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TRANSFERS The Mauves are already preparing the new season and are especially looking for new defensive reinforcements. The club sent out scouts to Argentina, Holland and the United States to look for young and talented players.

Juan Marcos Foyth
Anderlecht are interested in Argeninian player Juan Marcos Foyth. Foyth is a 19-year old central defender who is currently player for Estudiantes. He also plays for the Argeninian U20 national team. The player is well known for his excellent technique and speed. He is therefore also able to play on the midfield. Last weekend, he made his debut for the first team of Estudiantes in Argentina.AS Roma and Inter Milan are also following the young defender, just as Atletico Madrid, Lille and Anderlecht. His transfer price is between 8 and 10 million euro.


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Giovanni Troupée
Another option could be the 19 year old Dutchman Giovanni Troupée. He was scouted during a match of the Dutch U19 team. Troupée is currently playing for FC Utrecht. Troupée is a right back of 1m81 who played 29 games for Utrecht in which he scored 4 goals and delivered 4 assists. He costs around 1,5 million euro. 

Walker Zimmerman
The Mauves are also searching in the American MLS. A scout followed the match between FC Dallas and the Mexican Pachuca. It's not clear which player attracted Anderlecht's attention, but it could be defender Zimmerman.