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Tottenham 'identify new Harry Kane strike partner' as Stefan de Vrij transfer request emerges

It's been a solid few weeks for Tottenham fans as they have made serious ground in the race for the fourth Champions League spot. Spurs are now sitting in fourth place ahead of a huge few weeks in which they'll face Liverpool and Arsenal back-to-back, with the latter likely going on a long way to decide who claim the spot.

But whatever happens by the end of the season, Spurs fans will be confident going into the future under Antonio Conte, who has helped them turn a corner over the last few months.

Spurs have won their last four games, whilst playing attractive, expansive football - which may give Harry Kane second thoughts over his future. The star striker is once again most likely to be linked with a move away from north London, but may now be interested in staying put as Conte's rebuild continues.

READ MORE: Conte expected to take charge of Spurs vs Brighton despite positive Covid test

Should Spurs finish fourth, they should be able to entice some top players to the club this summer. Here are the latest rumours:

Stefan de Vrij has request from Tottenham

The 30-year-old defender has been a long-term target for Spurs as well as a number of Premier League teams, but he could finally find his way to England this summer.

Inter Live have reported that the Dutch centre-back will not sign a new contract at Inter, and has a request from Spurs about discussing a deal with the club. Conte had a good relationship with de Vrij when he coached at Inter, and could reunite with the star this summer.

Lautaro Martinez price revealed

Spurs are one of many sides who are reportedly eyeing Inter striker Lautaro Martinez who could leave Italy this summer. Italian outlet Calciomercato.it have reported that the Argentine striker is unhappy at Inter having lost his place as a regular in the side to new signing Edin Dzeko, who has hit the ground running in Milan.

Martinez still boasts impressive stats though, scoring 16 goals this season whilst impressing against Liverpool at Anfield. Martinez had £92million release clause which had expired last summer, with the outlet reporting that an offer of around £60million could now see Inter sell the 24-year-old.

Corriere dello Sport have also reported that Spurs attempted to bring him in January, and will look to do so once more in the summer to pair with Harry Kane.

Tottenham eye Sergej Milinkovic-Savic

Italian outlet La Lazio Siamo Noi have reported that Conte is eyeing a move for Lazio midfield star Segej Milinkovic-Savic.

Spurs let four midfielders leave in January and are rumoured to let Pierre-Emile Hojberg leave with Roma interested. Their midfield unit will certainly need to be rebuilt in the summer, and the Lazio man could be one to watch.

Milinkovic-Savic has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, with Manchester United reportedly interested in the past. However, Lazio are reportedly looking for £62 million for his services.

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