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title: "Tottenham: Journalist shares ‘surprise’ on Pedro Porro clause"
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published: "2023-01-28T09:45:27Z"
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# Tottenham: Journalist shares ‘surprise’ on Pedro Porro clause

**Journalist Marco Conterio of[TUTTOmercatoWEB](https://twitter.com/marcoconterio) has shared some ‘surprise’ news on Pedro Porro’s release clause as [Tottenham](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/tottenham-hotspur-news/) continue to chase a deal.**

### The Lowdown: Spurs move forward…

Spurs are believed to be [closing in](https://www.teamtalk.com/tottenham-hotspur/pedro-porro-fabrizio-romano-reveals-spurs-contract-length-club-close-crucial-agreement) on a deal for the Spaniard amid manager Antonio Conte’s search for upgrades at right-wing-back.

Talks are claimed to be at an [advanced stage](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/tottenham-hotspur-news/tottenham-real-madrid-warning-sparks-advanced-pedro-porro-talks/) after fears of Real Madrid’s possible summer interest [pushed the north Londoners](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/tottenham-hotspur-news/tottenham-real-madrid-warning-sparks-advanced-pedro-porro-talks/) to take action before January 31.

Porro’s release clause of [€45 million (£39m)](https://twitter.com/marcoconterio/status/1618991444014014464) has been a major talking point in negotiations given Sporting have reportedly been [stubborn](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/jan/09/spurs-pedro-porro-sporting-release-clause-hugo-lloris) to sell for less over the majority of this window.

### The Latest: Conterio shares Porro ‘surprise’…

According to Conterio, writing via [Twitter,](https://twitter.com/marcoconterio/status/1618991444014014464) it appears there has been a ‘surprise’ Porro update out of north London.

[![Tottenham latest developments!](https://cdn.footballtransfertavern.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-tottenham-fans.jpg)](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/web-stories/tottenham-latest-developments-3/)

The Italian reporter now claims the release clause in his contract can only be activated in the summer, and as a result, Sporting ask for ‘more money’ to let him go this month.

He explained:

*“Surprise between #Tottenham and Pedro Porro.*

*The player has already said yes but the 45 million pound clause with lo #SportingCP could only be activated in the summer. Sporting ask for more money at #THFC.”*

### The Verdict: Worry for Spurs?

Luckily for Spurs supporters, journalists like [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1619139914377097217) are still confident and optimistic the deal will get done for Porro.

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Intermediaries like [Paul O’Keefe](https://twitter.com/pokeefe1/status/1619002497062043651) also claim that the clause has been used as more of a valuation ‘barometer’ in discussions and Tottenham don’t seem to be paying it anyway – instead going for a different payment structure.

Taking this into account, whilst this update on Porro’s clause does come as a surprise given it’s significance throughout January, it appears the 23-year-old’s move to north London is still very much on.

Lilywhites supporters will certainly hope this is the case given Man City’s ex-starlet will undoubtedly improve Conte’s options at wing-back.

As per [WhoScored,](https://www.whoscored.com/Teams/296/Show/Portugal-Sporting-CP) Porro has racked up Sporting’s highest number of league assists with a very impressive six whilst also ranking in their top two for shots at goal and successful key passes per 90.

The attack-minded defender will provide Spurs with a real cutting edge and extra threat from out wide, not to mention longevity given Porro is still pretty young and far off his prime years.