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Djed Spence is edging closer to leaving Tottenham this summer, with Inter Milan reported to be interested in the England full-back.
Standard Sport understands that the Serie A side are readying a bid of around £25.6million, with Spence open to exploring opportunities elsewhere.
After an impressive World Cup campaign, Spence’s standing has never been higher, and he is keen to capitalise on his recent run of form by seeking assurances over his playing time.
Roberto De Zerbi cannot guarantee Spence the minutes he wants at Spurs and says he will not stand in the way of the 26-year-old should he want to move on.
Spence currently finds himself behind World Cup winner Pedro Porro in the pecking order at right-back, with the Spaniard signing a new long-term contract at Spurs in June.
While Spence can also play at left-back, his preferred position is right-back, and he believes his World Cup form has earned him the opportunity to stake a claim for regular minutes there.
De Zerbi likes Spence, but he also appreciates that the former Middlesbrough man wants to be first-choice heading into the prime years of his career.
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In an ideal world, Spurs would not want to sell a player who only four weeks ago earned plaudits for his performance in England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
But with Spence keen to play regularly and Spurs actively looking to maximise player sales, a deal with Inter Milan appears to suit both parties.
