tottenham's The search for Antonio Vergara has taken an unexpected turn.
Italy's fresh claims from the state have already rejected an offer of €25m (£21.6m). They are now working to secure the winger's long-term future.
This would represent a significant change from the picture painted in recent weeks. During that time, multiple reports in Italy revealed that Napoli were prepared to listen to offers of around €25m-30m (£21.6m-25.9m) for the 23-year-old.
According to local journalist Fabio Cannavo, speaking radio marsAs relayed football napoli 24Tottenham submitted a bid of €25m which was rejected by Napoli. He added that the Serie A side are now pushing to extend Vergara's contract until 2032.
Canavo also claimed that player salaries would increase dramatically as part of the new deal. This will increase from approximately €300,000 per year to €2m per year.
Napoli's attitude seems to have changed
The latest claims are in stark contrast to previous reports we've covered.
Italian outlets have repeatedly suggested that Napoli look to this summer as A potential opportunity for Vergara to cash in Following his successful campaign, Tottenham, Como and Roma were all linked with interest.
His agent, Mario Giffredi, also made it clear that no decision would be made on his future. will absolutely stay with napoli.
If Cannavo's information proves accurate, the club's situation has changed significantly in a short period of time.
Vergara broke into the Napoli first team during Antonio Conte's injury-plagued campaign and made an immediate impact. He finished the season with 19 appearances in all competitions. He scored three goals and provided four assists. Additionally, he scored a memorable strike in the Champions League against Chelsea before his form was hampered by injury.
Setback for Tottenham?
Tottenham's interest in Vergara has surfaced repeatedly since January, when reports in Italy first suggested Spurs had tried to sign him before Napoli decided against a sale midway through the season.
The latest update indicates that, rather than negotiating a transfer fee, Napoli are now trying to reward the winger with a new long-term contract.
Whether these talks are completed or strengthen Napoli's negotiating position remains to be seen, but the latest report suggests that Tottenham's chances of landing Vergara have become significantly more complicated than they seemed a few weeks ago.
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