Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Giovani Lo Celso has arrived in Spain ahead of a move to Villarreal, according to Fabrizio Romano. 

The lowdown: Surplus to requirements

Having returned to north London for pre-season following a short-term loan spell at Villarreal last season, Lo Celso has failed to suitably impress Antonio Conte and has once again been made available this summer.

The 26-year-old Argentina international made 21 appearances for the La Liga outfit from January, playing a pivotal role in the run to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.

However, having been left out of the opening day squad for the victory over Southampton and unlikely to feature against Chelsea today, Lo Celso now appears to be nearing a switch back to Spain...

The latest: 'Final decision'

Taking to Twitter, reputable transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano has shared some new information regarding the 39-cap ace's move away from Tottenham.

He said: “Gio Lo Celso is already in Spain to complete his move to Villarreal on loan from Tottenham. Deal won't include a buy option - but Spurs will have the chance to interrupt the loan in January in case of permanent bid #Villarreal Final decision will be always up to the player.”

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The verdict: Perfect sense

Omitted from the touring squad during pre-season, it's evidently apparent that Conte has no place in his plans for Lo Celso moving forwards and, therefore, sanctioning another loan exit, with a potential to sell in January makes an abundance of sense for Spurs.

Overall, the Argentinian - who was dubbed 'technically gifted' by fellow Lilywhites' outcast Harry Winks in 2020 - has scored eight times and provided six assists in 84 outings for the north Londoners, a far cry from the 22 goal involvements in 45 appearances that earned him the move from Real Betis.

Holding an estimated market value of £19.8m and under contract until 2025 (Transfermarkt), Fabio Paratici will be confident of recouping a healthy fee when it comes to selling Lo Celso, particularly should the attacking midfielder enjoy a fruitful spell in Spain.