Journalist outlines Tottenham’s transfer focus, says they ‘would like’ another signing

Tottenham Hotspur have been heavily linked with a move for the Roma attacking midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo in recent weeks.

The 23-year-old is reportedly valued at €50 million and he has caught the attention of Spurs manager Antonio Conte.

However, Lyall Thomas from Sky Sports claims that Spurs are currently focused on outgoings and Roma are unwilling to sell the talented playmaker this summer.

The journalist however adds that Tottenham would like to sign another forward before the transfer window closes but they will not sign someone just for the sake of it.

It seems that the Premier League side will only move for a priority target if they are available this summer.

Zaniolo is highly rated in Italian football and he has a massive future ahead of him. Conte will know all about the player having watched him up close during his time in Italy.

It is no secret that Spurs could use some creativity and flair in their midfield and the Roma ace seems like an ideal fit for them.

However, the asking price seems quite prohibitive this summer especially when Spurs have already spent a lot of money on new signings.

The Londoners have already brought in six new players and they are thought to be closing in on Destiny Udogie who would be their seventh summer signing.

It is fair to assume that any move for Zaniolo will have to wait until next summer at the very least.