There has been a big update on Sunderland’s latest decision in their pursuit of Tottenham’s Kevin Danso.
On Saturday, Roberto De Zerbi confirmed that Danso had asked to leave Spurs, which came as a shock for many of the club’s supporters.
According to a report on Sunday, Sunderland were considering returning with a loan with an obligation to buy the Tottenham centre-back, after their initial loan offer was turned down.
That update suggested that the Black Cats are hopeful of tying up a deal for the 27-year-old before Tuesday’s 11 pm transfer deadline.
Sundeland progressing in talks with Tottenham after permanent offer for Kevin Danso
BBC Sport have now confirmed that Régis Le Bris’ men have indeed returned to the table and ‘opened discussions over a permanent offer’ for the Austria international.
The report says that Sunderland are not expected to have any issues agreeing personal terms with Danso, with the transfer hinging on a club-to-club agreement on the fee.
It is revealed that talks between the Lilywhites and the Black Cats are now progressing, but there is no agreement so far.
The website adds that Tottenham are likely to require a replacement before sanctioning an exit for Danso, and they are not the only ones to report this information.
Fabrizio Romano reveals Spurs are looking for a Danso replacement
Just a few hours ago, Spurs Web relayed another update from Fabrizio Romano, who said that Tottenham are scouring the market for a new centre-back amid Sunderland’s interest in Danso.
These updates make sense, as one would think that De Zerbi would not be willing to let the 27-year-old leave without bringing another central defender through the door.
With Micky van de Ven, Marcos Sensi and Ben Davies all being left-footed, Danso is the only natural cover Tottenham have for Jan Paul van Hecke at right centre-back.