Tottenham make transfer approach – Spurs won't be fooled by €100m clause

Tottenham have approached River Plate for 18-year-old midfielder Lautaro Pereyra, who just signed a new deal with a €100m release clause through December 2029.

Tottenham Hotspur have made an approach to sign River Plate's Lautaro Pereyra, an 18-year-old midfielder who has impressed with his versatility and potential. The youngster graduated from River Plate's youth system and has made 15 first-team appearances this season, scoring once and assisting once, playing as an attacking midfielder, across the front three, and even at left wing-back under manager Leonardo Ponzio.

Following Tottenham's approach, River Plate moved quickly to secure Pereyra's future by offering him a contract extension through December 2029, which includes a €100m release clause. This puts the Argentine club in a strong negotiating position and complicates matters for Spurs and any other European suitors, as the clause means any interested club must negotiate directly with River Plate president Stéfano Di Carlo.

The release clause is expected to lower the actual transfer fee significantly, as no club is likely to pay anywhere near €100m for a player with just 15 first-team matches. Tottenham have previously scouted River Plate's talent, having shown interest in Ian Subiabre during the summer window.