Pascal Chimbonda has admitted he is surprised the club have made moves for two new full-backs.
Frenchman shocked by defensive plans
Pascal Chimbonda has admitted he is surprised Tottenham have made moves for two new full-backs.
Spurs have signed highly-rated Wales international Chris Gunter, while they made a bid Rangers star Alan Hutton only for the player to decide to stay at Ibrox.
The move for the duo has fuelled speculation over Chimbonda's long-term future at White Hart Lane.
Chimbonda is believed to been unsettled as a result of Tottenham's capture of Gunter and their interest in Scotland international Hutton.
The French international was told by the Spurs coaching staff that they plan to play him in central defence and although Chimbonda is ready to help out, he says his preferred position is right-back.
"I am shocked that the club have made offers for two right-backs," Chimbonda told
skysports.com
"I realise they have signed an exciting new defender in Gunter and also made a bid for Alan Hutton.
"I am essentially a right-back and although I don't mind playing in central defence to help out my team my proper position is right back.
"When I asked why the club had signed a new right-back and moved for another one I was told they wanted me to play in central defence and I just laughed."
The former Wigan star has been in talks over a new deal for some time, but as yet has not agreed a contract extension.
The French international says he would be happy to stay if he receives the right offer.
"I would be happy to stay if I receive the right contract offer," added Chimbonda.
Chimbonda's agent Willie McKay admits the player has found it difficult that the club are pursuing new full-backs.
"It is difficult that Tottenham are looking at players who play in Pascal's position," McKay told
skysports.com.
"Pascal has proved he is one of the best full-backs in the Premier League and he could play for one of the top four clubs."
