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title: "Tottenham: Conte decides a ‘top player in the world’ can leave"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "Emilio Galantini"
section: "Tottenham Hotspur News"
published: "2022-07-20T18:15:39Z"
modified: "2022-07-20T18:15:39Z"
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# Tottenham: Conte decides a ‘top player in the world’ can leave

**[Tottenham Hotspur](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/tottenham-hotspur-news/) manager Antonio Conte is swinging his axe behind-the-scenes as he makes it clear a ‘top player in the world’ is not part of his north London plans.**

### The Lowdown: Conte preparing…

The Lilywhites are aiming to give Conte their full support ahead of his first full [Premier League](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/premier-league-news/) season in charge of the club over 2022/2023, as evident by their flurry of transfer activity.

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Indeed, Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, Clement Lenglet and Djed Spence have all arrived at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in time for Conte’s pre-season.

However, while there has been a lot of movement in terms of incomings, the same really cannot be said for outgoings despite sporting director Fabio Paratici’s [alleged efforts this week.](https://www.calciomercato.com/news/tottenham-blitz-di-paratici-a-milano-tanganga-milan-ma-non-solo--57920)

### The Latest: Conte clear ‘top player in the world’ can leave…

As per [The Evening Standard](https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/tottenham-djed-spence-tanganga-bryan-gil-b1013249.html), as Spurs look to balance out their books after a series of investments, many players could leave – including midfielder Giovani Lo Celso despite his brilliant loan spell at Villarreal.

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The Argentine played a key role in their run to the Champions League semi-finals, but according to ES, Conte has ‘made it clear’ that the former Real Betis star is ‘not part of his plans’.

### The Verdict: Stick or twist?

Described as a ‘[top player in the world’](https://sportwitness.co.uk/no-doubt-new-teammate-confident-tottenhams-top-player-in-the-world-will-contribute-a-lot/) by compatriot Geronimo Rulli, Lo Celso’s form for Villarreal over the player’s spell on loan last year certainly backs that the South American’s real quality at times.

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As per [WhoScored,](https://www.whoscored.com/Teams/839/Show/Spain-Villarreal) he proved a real threat, attracting more fouls per 90 than anyone in Unai Emery’s squad whilst also completing the third-highest amount of successful take-ons domestically.

However, given Conte’s reliably reported behind-scenes decision and his remarkable transformation of Spurs, it’s perhaps wise to let the Italian take full control and green-light a move away for Lo Celso – even despite the midfielder’s previous fine form at the Estadio de la Cerámica.