Tottenham Hotspur may have been given a real boost in their quest to bring colossal Villarreal defender Pau Torres to the Premier League.
The Lowdown: Spurs in Torres chase...
The Spain international, as he's admitted to the media, rejected the chance to join Spurs last summer - choosing to stick it under Unai Emery due to their presence in the Champions League.
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However, The Daily Mail claimed earlier this week that the Lilywhites and transfer chief Fabio Paratici could come back in for the 25-year-old after being given encouragement by his change in stance.
It is now believed that Torres is 'ready to leave' Villarreal in a possible boost for Antonio Conte's side.
Now, sharing another update, a Football Insider 'source' has lifted the lid on yet another cause for optimism over signing the central defender.
The Latest: Emery gifts discount?
According to their information, there is now growing 'confidence' at Hotspur Way that Villarreal will sell Torres to Spurs for a bargain price.
Spurs insiders are allegedly operating under the belief that Paratici could seal the centre-half's signing for £10 million less than his asking price - £45 million instead of his £55 million clause specifically.
This is due to the La Liga side's financial problems with last season's Europa League winners apparently needing to raise cash through player sales.
The Verdict: Time to move?
Called a would-be 'great signing' for Spurs by journalist Pete O'Rourke, his national team partnership with Aymeric Laporte at the Euros last summer prompted 'sensational' praise from manager Luis Enrique.
He's continued his good form well into 2021/2022, winning more aerial duels per 90 and playing more minutes than any of his teammates - standing out as a really pivotal player for Emery (WhoScored).
Even for £45m, Torres would arguably come as a snip for Spurs.
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