Tottenham are poised to hijack Liverpool's £20million move for Shakhtar Donetsk playmaker Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
Anfield boss Brendan Rodgers looked to be pole position to land the talented attacking midfielder, but Spurs have now entered the race to land the Armenia international.
It is understood Mkhitaryan's advisors have held initial talks with Tottenham chiefs regarding a possible move to White Hart Lane next season.
Spurs are currently focused on completing a £17million move for Corinthians midfielder Paulinho, who is expected rubber-stamp his switch after Sunday's Confederations Cup final.
But once the Brazil international's move is over the line, Tottenham will look to make progress on other targets - with Mkhitaryan one of the options being considered.
Mkhitaryan is fast becoming one of the most sought after players in European football this summer.
Sportsmail revealed this week how Champions League finalists Borussia Dortmund made a £19.5million offer for the 24-year-old.
But Shakthar insist they want at least £25million for the player, who has also interested Chelsea and Manchester City.
Spurs remain confident of a deal for David Villa and have shown interest in Galatasaray striker Burak Yilmaz, 27.
Source: Daily Mail
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