Speaking to Football Insider, BBC pundit and commentator Noel Whelan has been left thrilled by a report that goalkeeper and club mainstay Hugo Lloris is planning to remain at Spurs for at least another year (Football Insider).
The Lowdown: Lloris linked with exit
The Frenchman, having made 372 appearances for Spurs in all competitions since signing from Lyon in 2012 (Transfermarkt), is another big name that has been linked to a Tottenham exit this summer.
Lloris has just one year left on his contract and is yet to agree a renewal, with French news outlet L'Equipe (via TEAMtalk) even claiming Man United could look to sign him this summer to replace David de Gea.
However, Football Insider have now shared that Lloris has his heart set on remaining at Spurs for the 2021/2022 season despite his contract status and has even held talks with chairman Daniel Levy.
The Latest: Whelan thrilled by 'great news' involving Lloris
Reacting to this development over Lloris, Whelan has been left thrilled whilst branding it 'great news for Tottenham'.
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"Lloris is hugely important to Tottenham," explained the pundit to Football Insider.
"He is their leader, their number one and he is a fantastic goalkeeper. There are not many goalkeepers around, that’s the thing. He has so much experience as well.
"If he is going to see out his contract that is great news for Tottenham. They do not need to venture into the market and spend money in that department just yet.
“His experience and leadership both on and off the field is invaluable. He is one of the best goalkeepers out there, even though he has been hit and miss over the last couple of seasons.”
The Verdict: Big boost for Spurs...
With the ongoing Harry Kane exit saga arguably casting a shadow over the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Spurs fans could be welcome to any form of consolation.
News of Lloris allegedly committing his short-term future to Spurs certainly comes as that small slice of good news with tensions surrounding the club at an all time high.
As Whelan explains, the shot stopper is a hugely important member of the team and Tottenham will need all the help they can get for what is set to be a very interesting 2021/2022 season.
In other news: Tottenham could be offered this £250,000-per-week ace for Kane, find out more here.