URTV24 SPORT- Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly nearing an agreement with midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur for a contract extension. The Uruguayan international, whose current deal is set to expire next summer, is expected to finalize the new long-term contract this month. The 28-year-old has become a key figure under the new Spurs head coach, Thomas Frank, starting in eight of the ten matches since Frank’s arrival.
Bentancur’s Importance to Spurs
Bentancur’s importance extends beyond just the current manager. He was also a vital component of the team under the previous manager, Ange Postecoglou. His contributions were instrumental in Tottenham’s Europa League campaign last season, where he played a crucial role in the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final victory against Manchester United.
Smooth Negotiations Underway
Sources at urtv24.com indicate that discussions between Bentancur and Tottenham’s management have progressed positively since the closure of the summer transfer window. Bentancur’s current contract sees him earning £75,000 per week before bonuses, and the new deal is expected to reflect his growing importance to the team.
Midfield Partnership
Tottenham’s midfield has been further strengthened by the addition of Joao Paulinha this summer. The club is reportedly considering exercising their option to buy Paulinha from Bayern Munich for €30 million at the end of his loan spell. While they might explore negotiating a lower fee, coach Frank is impressed with the Portuguese international and wants him to remain in North London. Paulinha himself has expressed his desire to stay with the club beyond the current season.
A Promising Formation
The club believes that Bentancur and Paulinha have already formed an effective partnership in the 4-2-3-1 formation. This synergy is a key factor in the decision to offer Bentancur a new contract, securing his place in the team’s long-term plans.
Bentancur is poised to become the second senior Tottenham player to sign a new deal in recent months, following Cristian Romero’s four-year contract extension in August. These contract extensions signal Tottenham’s commitment to building a stable and competitive squad for the future. All statistics are courtesy of Sofascore, and are accurate as of today.
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