After yesterday’s friendly against Manchester United, assistant coach Alex Rae was questioned about the situation, as manager Philippe Clement was unable to meet with the media due to an earlier appointment.
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Rae responded, “I have no idea. I don’t even know what the bid is. That is above my pay grade. There has been speculation throughout Tavernier’s time here. He has been linked many times, there have been lots of rumours. We just deal with it as it happens. There is nothing to report as such. Listen, Tav is an integral part of what we do here and hopefully that continues. For me, his presence at this club is vital. He has been an integral part over the last 20 or so goals.The report adds that club chiefs are willing to give their manager his wish and sanction a transfer bid for the Englishman. Tavernier has missed recent pre-season friendlies but that has been down to injury rather than an imminent exit.