Sandro set for £14m Spurs switch as Harry Redknapp targets steely Brazil midfielder
By SPORTSMAIL REPORTER Last updated at 6:06 PM on 20th October 2009
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Tough guy: Tottenham target Sandro (right) battles with Brazil team-mate Ramirez in training
Tottenham are poised to complete a deal for £14million Brazil star Sandro in the New Year.
The Internacional midfielder has long been linked with a move to White Hart Lane but found his path to the Premier League blocked by work permit regulations.
But after being named in the national squad by Brazil boss Dunga for the recent World Cup qualifiers, Sandro's case for a move to England has strengthened.
Sandro, 20, burst onto the scene while captaining the Brazil Under 20 team and has also been linked with both Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Spurs chairman Daniel Levy recently wrapped up a deal with the South American club to have first option on the next generation of Brazilian superstars.
The likes of AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato and Inter Milan defender Lucio both started their careers with Internacional before making the move to Europe.
Sandro's deal hinges on Tottenham paying a group of club investors who own 30 per cent of the player's registration. But Spurs are confident of sealing a move for Sandro with boss Harry Redknapp keen to add some more steel to his midfield in January.
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should be a great partner for Palacios, we've only needed a DM for about the last 5 years
midfield choices will now be Lennon, Palacios, Krancjar, Modric, Sandro, Jenas and Hudlestone
I dare say either JJ or Hudd will be off in January
