According to a report by Foot Mercato, Tottenham Hotspur have 'taken steps' to sign Atletico Madrid star Yannick Carrasco at the end of this transfer window.

The Lowdown: Conte eyes last minute moves...

Deadline day is in full swing at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with Antonio Conte already linked with a few more additions.

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The Italian is said to be eyeing a sensational late move for Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma, with links also having emerged to Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele.

Sharing more news, Foot Mercato reporter Santi Aouna has made a claim involving Belgium international winger Carrasco.

The Latest: Tottenham have 'taken steps'...

According to the French news source, Spurs and transfer chief Fabio Paratici have 'taken steps' for the 28-year-old at the end of the January window.

Alongside Newcastle United, the Lilywhites are 'very interested' in Carrasco - so much so that both clubs 'were even ready to lift' his €60 million (£49.8m) release clause. However, while the 'principal concerned' is 'open to a departure', it is believed that he 'will not sign anywhere' as things stand.

In the event that a move 'cannot be completed by tonight', he could leave next summer, with Chelsea, Manchester United or Barcelona already holding discussions over a move later in the year.

The Verdict: Get it done?

The 54-cap attacker would certainly be an eye-opening capture for Tottenham, and if they cannot complete any move by 11pm, he could be worth revisiting in the summer.

He would come as a versatile option for Conte given he can play in a variety of roles across the attacking line, including as a centre-forward, and the fact Paratici is prepared to pay his sky-high release clause perhaps backs how highly Spurs rate him.

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