Tottenham on verge of announcing Postecoglou’s second signing with star ‘in London for medical’ ahead of transfer
TOTTENHAM are reportedly closing in on Ange Postecoglou’s second signing of the summer.
Guglielmo Vicario has arrived in London for his medical.
And a deal to sign the Empoli goalkeper is now near, says Fabrizio Romano.
Spurs on the hunt for a new No1 to replace Hugo Lloris.
David Raya was their original first choice, with the Brentford star even agreeing personal terms to make a cross-London switch.
However, Tottenham pulled the plug on their move after being quoted £40million.
And they are now instead set to swoop for Vicario at half the price.
The 26-year-old conceded 49 goals this season as Empoli finished 14th in Serie A.
He is now a regular in the Italy squad, despite being yet to win a cap.
And Vicario could soon be announced as a new Tottenham player after jetting into the capital on Monday.
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It’s reckoned he will undergo vigorous medical tests before signing a contract later this week.
And Vicario will become the second signing of Postecoglou’s reign so far.
Dejan Kulusevski was the first to commit his future under the Australian boss, having spent the previous 18 months on loan in north London.
The Swede and Vicario are set to be joined by more signings, with Postecoglou also hoping for a new centre-back to replace Davinson Sanchez and Clement Lenglet.
Leicester playmaker James Maddison is also a top target for the ex-Celtic man.
The England midfielder could be available for £40million after the Foxes’ relegation to the Championship.
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