The former White Hart Lane favourite explained how a casual chat almost brought the controversial superstar to London.
The highly rated 17 year old forward officially committed his long term future to the club after finding the net 14 times this season.
Ligue 1 defender emerges as a target for Tottenham.
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Tottenham are not entirely open to parting ways with Mathys Tel just yet, despite speculation and reported interest from domestic rivals.
Tottenham are interested in signing another central defender after announcing Marcos Senesi’s capture.
It’s part of a busy summer for Tottenham Hotspur, as Roberto De Zerbi and the recruitment team have prioritised defensive rebuild over other positions.
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Tottenham could raid Napoli for their talented attacking midfielder.
Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of Marcos Senesi on Wednesday afternoon, as the former Bournemouth man becomes the club’s second summer acquisition.
A season that, upon its conclusion, brought an overwhelming feeling of relief. Now this was not the glory-tinged relief that Spurs had last season, where they ended a 17 year wait for silverware.