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Report: Spurs set for Zaniolo talks; have already discussed Rodon swap

Joe Rodon was one of the players mentioned in talks earlier in the window as Tottenham Hotspur looked at a potential swap deal they hoped would lead to Nicolo Zaniolo moving to North London, .

Spurs signing Zaniolo is perhaps possible in the final weeks of the transfer window. Reports this week claimed that Fabio Paratici is in Italy to discuss potential incomings and outgoings.

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that he will meet with Roma to discuss Zaniolo. And Tottenham have had a boost with Juventus unable to agree a deal for the 23-year-old.

Juve attempted a swap bid for the attacking midfielder, with Arthur offered to Roma. However, the Giallorossi rejected the offer.

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Tottenham are now a contender for Zaniolo. And 90min reports that they have previously held talks of their own over a swap deal, with Rodon one player who was discussed.

Tottenham a contender for Zaniolo amid Rodon talks

Rodon may well leave Spurs in the coming weeks. Antonio Conte appears to rate him highly. However, he has simply been unable to offer him enough minutes in North London.

Interestingly, reports recently claimed that Roma do want Rodon. Jose Mourinho was in charge when the Welshman made the move to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. And it seems that he is ready to be reunited with him this summer.

Obviously, the two clubs will still need to agree a fee. Zaniolo is a highly-rated Italy international. And reports have claimed that he is Antonio Conte’s dream signing.

Meanwhile, Spurs will not want to lose Rodon on the cheap.

So there are plenty of hurdles to clear, even if there does prove to be scope for a swap dea.