Tottenham beat Newcastle in race to finalise deal for West Ham teen - report

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West Ham United are reportedly prepared to see a teenage prospect depart the club after a rival Premier League side moved to the front of the queue for his signature. Tottenham Hotspur have reached a breakthrough in discussions, successfully navigating past interest from Newcastle United to put themselves in a position to complete the transfer. The North London club’s pursuit of the youth player comes as several teams look to recruit emerging talent from the Hammers’ academy system. While specific details regarding the identity of the youngster were not initially disclosed, the agreement signifies a successful capture for Spurs ahead of their divisional competitors.