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title: "Tottenham: Conte personally ‘pushing’ to seal ‘big’ signing"
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author: "Emilio Galantini"
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published: "2022-07-02T09:07:33Z"
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# Tottenham: Conte personally ‘pushing’ to seal ‘big’ signing

**[Tottenham Hotspur](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/tottenham-hotspur-news/) head coach Antonio Conte is personally ‘pushing’ to seal a ‘big signing’ for the club, according to reports.**

### The Lowdown: Spurs show ambition…

Perhaps Spurs’ busiest transfer window in years has gotten off to a fine start with the confirmed signings of Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma and now Richarlison.

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The quartet of arrivals signals a change in attitude at Hotspur Way as ENIC, chairman Daniel Levy and sporting director Fabio Paratici seek to back Conte whilst appeasing the Italian’s demands.

Ahead of the ex-Chelsea manager’s first full [Premier League](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/premier-league-news/) season in charge of the Lilywhites, supporters have much reason to be excited ahead of what will be a very interesting campaign.

Indeed, qualification for the Champions League has gifted the club a huge lift and helped them to financially compete in the summer market.

### The Latest: Conte ‘pushing’ for another Spurs transfer…

As per reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano, Conte is personally ‘pushing’ to seal another Spurs signing.

[Tottenham latest updates](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/web-stories/tottenham-latest-developments-2/)

The reporter claims Barcelona defender Clement Lenglet is edging nearer a move with the ‘final details’ being polished.

Lenglet, as explained, is also ‘happy to join’,[he stated](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1542917787189903362):

*“Tottenham have now reached full agreement with Clément Lenglet on personal terms. He’s happy to join Spurs with Antonio Conte pushing to have him.*

*“Tottenham and Barcelona are still in direct contact to resolve final details of the loan deal, then… here we go, soon.”*

### The Verdict: ‘Big signing’?

Former top flight keeper Paddy Kenny, speaking to [Football Insider](https://www.footballinsider247.com/tottenham-making-real-statement-after-sources-clement-lenglet-update-pundit/) on the 27-year-old, claims Lenglet’s likely addition is a ‘real statement from Tottenham’ and a ‘big signing’.

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Despite the Frenchman’s lack of starts for Barca last season, you can see why Kenny has this theory given Lenglet’s real experience at the top level – having amassed 314 appearances across three clubs whilst lifting a Spanish title in that time ([Transfermarkt)](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/clement-lenglet/profil/spieler/182904).

Also racking up [international caps in a competitive France squad](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/clement-lenglet/profil/spieler/182904), Lenglet’s composure and assurance is perhaps best exemplified by his impressive 91% pass accuracy out from the back over 21/22 ([WhoScored](https://www.whoscored.com/Players/236511/Show/Cl%C3%A9ment-Lenglet)).

This is a higher number [than any Tottenham regular](https://www.whoscored.com/Teams/30/Show/England-Tottenham) managed last campaign, and the fact they’re getting him on loan means this transfer is very low risk financially.

Lenglet’s highest ever market value of [£54 million](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/clement-lenglet/marktwertverlauf/spieler/182904) hints there is a player of real quality there and it’s certainly possible he could become a real asset for Conte.