Marcos Senesi has agreed to join Tottenham on a free transfer after Barcelona’s pursuit of Alessandro Bastoni left the Argentine defender seeking alternative options. The Bournemouth centre-back will leave when his contract expires this summer. According to Football-espana.net.
Senesi secures Tottenham agreement as Barcelona focus shifts to Bastoni
Barcelona’s decision to prioritise Alessandro Bastoni has effectively ended their interest in Marcos Senesi, despite the Argentine previously favouring a move to the Spotify Camp Nou. Head coach Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco view the Inter defender as their primary target for the summer transfer window.
Sky Germany reports that Senesi is no longer waiting for Barcelona to make their move, having grown frustrated with the Catalans’ focus elsewhere. The 26-year-old defender had been identified as one of several cheaper alternatives should Barcelona fail to match Inter’s demands for Bastoni.
Senesi has now agreed a pre-contract with Tottenham, though the deal contains a crucial relegation clause that would void the agreement. Roberto De Zerbi’s Bournemouth currently sit two points from safety with only four matches remaining in their survival battle.
Should the Tottenham agreement collapse due to relegation, reports suggest Senesi would consider a move to Italy rather than revive Barcelona links. This development also represents a setback for Atletico Madrid, who have shown interest in the defender over recent months.
Barcelona’s backup plans now centre on Real Sociedad’s Jon Martin, with the defender’s representatives having already met with Deco in recent weeks. The Catalans continue working on their transfer strategy as they seek defensive reinforcements for next season.
