Tottenham Hotspur have joined Arsenal in the race to sign Hearts striker James Wilson on loan as interest in the teenager grows.
Both north London clubs are keen on the 18-year-old, with talks now taking place as the January transfer window approaches its final days.
Spurs open talks with Hearts over James Wilson loan
Tottenham Hotspur have opened discussions with Hearts over a potential loan move for James Wilson.
According to Sky Sports News, the deal would include an option to buy, with Wilson initially joining Spurs’ under-21 squad.
The development follows reports earlier in the day that Arsenal were also holding talks with Hearts over a similar loan proposal.
James Wilson profile and recent form
James Wilson has made just one league start for Hearts in the Scottish Premiership this season.
The young striker impressed last campaign, scoring six goals for the Tynecastle club including a dramatic equaliser against Hibernian.
With interest growing from England, Hearts must now decide whether to allow one of their most promising prospects to leave on loan before the window closes.
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