Report: Spurs want Luca Murphy despite defender agreeing Fulham terms

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Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly not backing out of the race to sign the youngster.

According to a report from TEAMtalk, Tottenham are amongst the sides looking to throw a spanner in the works and sign Luca Murphy, despite Fulham agreeing terms over a deal for the teenager.

Murphy is attracting a lot of Premier League attention after impressing in Hartlepool United’s youth ranks. TEAMtalk reports that Wolves and West Ham have shown recent interest, and the Cottagers appear to be closing in on a deal after agreeing terms over a move for the 17-year-old.

However, it appears that there could be a late twist in the tale.

TEAMtalk adds that while Murphy is now heading to Fulham for talks, Spurs and Manchester United are not giving up and are considering making a late move of their own to nab him away from Claudio Ranieri’s men.

Fulham have produced some incredibly exciting youngsters in recent years, so it is not difficult to see why Murphy may find a switch to Craven Cottage appealing. They would surely also be able to offer the quickest route into the first-team.

But Tottenham must be the kind of team that could tempt Murphy to change his mind if he previously had his heart set on Fulham. Mauricio Pochettino has shown so much faith in some of the youngsters available to him, so Fulham may not feel able to relax until a deal is completely finalised.