Middlesbrough FC transfer latest: Djed Spence set for Spurs as Boro close in on Manchester City keeper Zack Steffen
The 21-year-old has been the subject of intense speculation over the close season with the player desperate to leave Boro after completing a highly-successful season-long loan at Nottingham Forest, where he played an influential role in the East Midlanders returning to the Premier League.
The wantaway full-back had been linked with a return to Forest with the likes of Arsenal and Brentford also credited with interest in the player - who has set his heart on a move to Spurs.
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Hide AdReports suggest that Spurs are on the verge of a full agreement with Middlesbrough to sign Spence in a £15m deal after weeks of talks, with a breakthrough reached between Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy and his Middlesbrough counterpart Steve Gibson and the player's representative.
Boro's proceeds for the sale of Spence would help to fund the club's recruitment drive.
Meanwhile, the Teessiders - who have allowed Martin Payero to head out on loan to Boca Juniors - are poised to seal the transfer of Manchester City keeper Zach Steffen on a season-long loan.
The USA international, who had been waiting for his work permit, is set to undergo a medical over the weekend.
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Hide AdSo far, the club have brought in former Blackburn Rovers captain Darragh Lenihan, ex-Northampton Town custodian Liam Roberts and Wolves wing-back,.
Ryan Giles has also arrived on a season-long loan from Wolves.
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