Tottenham Hotspur have finally made some exciting progress in their transfer window today closing two important deals worth over £50 million combined. After weeks of speculation, Micky van de Ven and Alejo Veliz are now all but confirmed as new signings for the North London club, both poised to be announced in the next week. This news has been met with excitement and anticipation with the new season less than a week out; heavy expectations now lie on the shoulders of the duo with important players still set to leave Spurs this window.
Tottenham Secure Double Signing in Micky van de Ven and Alejo Veliz as Transfer Window Heats Up
Duo Set to Bolster Spurs Squad
This fresh update has come from Fabrizio Romano who confirmed today that the deals have both been “completed” ramping up excitement for their joint arrival. Speculation and rumours have swamped the Van de Ven deal for weeks now with many awaiting confirmation of his arrival for a reported fee of £43 million.
With Tottenham’s defence in need of reinforcement, the Dutchman’s acquisition is poised to bolster the backline massively. His strong performances at Wolfsburg showcased his potential, and now he’s set to take on the challenge of the Premier League.
However, a deal for Alejo Veliz has seemingly come out of nowhere with a move for the youngster now also creating much anticipation for fans. The Lilywhites are believed to have struck a deal to sign the 19-year-old for approximately £12m, and he has already agreed personal terms over a five-year deal.
Veliz is reportedly in the process of undergoing his medical with Tottenham ahead of his unveiling. He was recently spotted at an Argentinian airport preparing to board his flight to London. While there, the Argentina Under-20 international revealed that he was bound for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, although there have been suggestions that he could be loaned back to Rosario
Medicals In Progress
With both deals on track to be completed this week, Van de Ven’s medical is also scheduled with Romano confirming that the pair are “both undergoing [the] first part of [their] medical tests”. He followed this by adding further that official statements “will follow later this week”. With everything set to be wrapped up, Ange Postecoglou can prepare to integrate the pair ahead of what is set to be another tough season starting at Brentford on Sunday.
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