Djalo tempted by Tottenham - Agent

01 August 2010 11:47
Yannick Djalo could be set to shun interest from Italy in order to join Tottenham, according to the Sporting Lisbon striker's agent.[LNB] The Sporting Lisbon striker has attracted plenty of admirers this summer and is tipped to be on the move before the summer transfer window slams shut.[LNB]His has options to consider, with a number of Serie A clubs believed to be monitoring his situation.[LNB]However, the 24-year-old is said to favour a switch to England is prepared to hold out for a Premier League move.[LNB]That will please the likes of Tottenham, who it is claimed are in the running for Djalo's signature.[LNB]His representative believes an agreement to take his client to White Hart Lane is likely and expects a deal to be struck sooner rather than later.[LNB]"I believe Yannick will not play in Italy," said Lionel da Silva.[LNB]"He is a player who is wanted in England and Tottenham looks like the most likely destination."[LNB]While Spurs have made no secret of their desire to add this summer, any move for Djalo would see them acquire a player who would be unavailable to them in Europe as he has already turned out for Sporting in the Europa League qualifiers.

Source: Team_Talk