Tottenham is closing in on a double transfer swoop this summer, with Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi, who has been linked with Liverpool, said to be advancing toward a deal at Spurs
Tottenham is believed to be the frontrunner to sign Marcos Senesi when the Bournemouth defender's contract expires, with negotiations now at an advanced stage.
Senesi, who has been linked with Liverpool in recent weeks, looks set to become the latest player to depart Bournemouth after an impressive spell on the south coast, with the 29-year-old attracting interest from Premier League clubs. It appears the Cherries, who confirmed Senesi's departure earlier this month, will face the Argentine next season, with the player opting to remain in England.
BBC Sport reports that a deal between the center-back and Tottenham is "advancing toward completion," though personal terms are yet to be fully finalized.
Senesi is reported to have turned down three contract offers from Bournemouth, which abandoned its efforts to keep the former Feyenoord defender once he entered into discussions with clubs abroad.
However, Spurs now appear to be Senesi's most probable destination as they press ahead with their efforts to strengthen their squad following their Premier League survival on the final day of the season.
The pursuit of Senesi comes amid reports that Andy Robertson is preparing to swap Liverpool for Tottenham, also set to depart on a Bosman transfer this summer.
The 32-year-old made his last appearance for Liverpool on the final day of the season and has already reached an agreement in principle to join Spurs, who had previously attempted to secure his signature during the January transfer window.
Robertson ultimately remained at Liverpool despite Tottenham and the club agreeing on a fee for the experienced left-back.
Yet the Londoners appear poised to secure their man at the second attempt, despite reported interest from Juventus.
Having narrowly avoided the drop last week, Tottenham's chief executive Vinai Venkatesham signaled that the club would be targeting seasoned professionals as it looks to climb back toward the top of the Premier League under Roberto De Zerbi.
The new manager's arrival in April proved to be the catalyst for safety.
"The squad needs work and the squad hasn't got the right balance," Venkatesham told BBC Sounds.
"We need experience and leadership, and also that kind of physical robustness to play in the most demanding league that exists.
"We need to strengthen the club over multiple transfer windows, but this transfer window, in particular, is going to be critical."