Tottenham's January transfer business seems to have sparked into life late into the window, with further additions being eyed in the coming days. A first signing appears to be just round the corner as Villarreal winger Arnaut Danjuma is set to be announced as a Spurs player on loan for the remainder of the season.
The Dutch international looked set to make the move to Everton instead, but the late move from the Lilywhites appears to have paid off. "At the start of the season, I was very, very clear with the club," Antonio Conte said on the transfer project at his club.
"I said: 'Okay, we can be competitive to win, but try to continue to improve in a way we can do it.' Because, also, you have to know there are clubs who can invest £200m, £300m and then other clubs who have different [policies]. You have to respect other [policies]."
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While the forward area has been addressed, one of the key areas for progress in Conte's system is at wing-back, with a player that will suit both the club policy and his own philosophy. That had led to the targeting of Sporting CP defender Pedro Porro as an option this month.
The former Manchester City player has impressed since moving out to Portugal, but a release clause has led to a stumbling block in discussions. There are hopes that a deal can be reached with Sporting as Fabrizio Romano reports that further talks are being held and are at a "crucial" stage.
The player has already accepted personal terms, with a contract until 2028 agreed if a move can be facilitated between the two clubs. It remains to be seen if there will be an agreement by the end of talks. However, completing it could move Spurs a step closer closer to reaching their end goal.
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