Tottenham Hotspur are still ‘looking to complete a deal’ for Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo despite his newly dislocated shoulder, according to reports.
The Lowdown: Lilywhites set for late flurry?
Lilywhites head coach Antonio Conte has seen a plethora of new arrivals make their way to north London as he gears up for a hectic and crucial 2022/2023 Premier League campaign.
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Spurs are set to compete in the Champions League for the first time since 2020, strengthening their options as a result with Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, Clement Lenglet and Djed Spence joining the first team.
Sporting director Fabio Paratici has also signed Italy Under-21 starlet Destiny Udogie with the left-wing-back re-joining Udinese on loan for the season.
According to reports, Udogie’s signing may not be the only remaining incoming from Serie A as news emerges on Zaniolo.
The Latest: Tottenham ‘looking to complete a deal’ for Zaniolo…
Indeed, it is believed that the 23-year-old remains of interest to Spurs regardless of his recent shoulder injury.
90min claim the N17 side are ‘looking to complete a deal’ for Zaniolo before September 1 with the Italy international ‘greatly admired’ by both Conte and Paratici.
Tottenham apparently see Zaniolo as capable of playing wing-back and Roma are open to selling if their €50 million (£42m) asking price is met.
The Verdict: Make the move?
The attacker could reportedly be out for around a month with his new knock, but going by his potential and talent, four weeks is worth the wait if Spurs can get him through the door before deadline day.
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Called ‘special‘ by Federico Balzaretti and a ‘exciting’ signing by former Spurs keeper Paul Robinson, his WhoScored stats back this up, with Zaniolo completing more successful take-ons and attracting more fouls per 90 than any Roma player last season.
