Latest Transfer Stories 29-09-10.

[<<ELVIS>>]

Spurs close on Khumalo deal

Redknapp has high hopes for African stopper

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has revealed that a deal to sign South Africa defender Bongani Khumalo is almost done.
The 23-year-old had a successful trial at White Hart Lane in the summer and will complete his £1.5million move from South African side Supersports when the transfer window opens in January.
His arrival will be a significant boost to Redknapp, who has seen Michael Dawson join fellow centre-back Jonathan Woodgate on the long-term injury list this season.
"I think we've done a deal for him. We're in the process of doing a deal for him," said Redknapp.
"He's not expensive. We had him over on trial and we like him.
"He's got potential and we've got a tie up with the club Supersports so we've taken him on.
"It will be a great chance for the kid. He's a great lad. He comes from a poor background and he's desperate for a chance and we're going to give him a chance."

[<<ELVIS>>]

Los Che eye Mata talks

Valencia keen to keep ace

Valencia are keen to open contract talks with Spain international winger Juan Manuel Mata.
Star names David Villa and David Silva were both sold over the summer, but they managed to keep hold of Mata, who was wanted by Barcelona.
But Mata, 22, is out of contract in 2012 and the club are keen to see him extend his deal.
Mata's father, who is also his agent, confirmed that they are due to sit down with the club.
"We have not settled on a day for the meeting yet, but it is certain that the desire is there," Juan Mata snr said.

[<<ELVIS>>]

Saints lead starlet chase

Club keen to lands Reds youngster on loan

Eccleston: Interesting Southampton

Skysports.com understands that Southampton are leading the chase for Liverpool starlet Nathan Eccleston.
Eccleston is highly rated by the Anfield hierarchy and will be allowed to leave on loan in order to increase his first-team experience.
The 19-year-old spent time with League One outfit Huddersfield last season and scored on his Terriers debut against Yeovil Town.
Eccleston has featured twice in Europa League action for Liverpool this term while he also came off the bench late on against Northampton.
Southampton manager Nigel Adkins and chairman Nicola Cortese watched Eccleston score in Monday's 3-1 reserves defeat to Chelsea.
The pair are believed to have been impressed with the youngster and are keen to have him on board for Saturday's visit of rivals Bournemouth.
The talented teenager is very much a player in demand and Championship outfit Bristol City are also believed to be interested.

[<<ELVIS>>]

Gunners trial for Xulu

Sundowns starlet hoping to impress Wenger

After having his Barcelona dream dashed, Siyanda Xulu is now looking to join the ranks at Arsenal.
The young Mamelodi Sundowns defender is on trial with the English giants after seeing a move to Spain fail to materialise.
Sundowns communication manager Alex Shakoane told the Sowetan that the club are delighted to hear of the interest in their development product.
"We are extremely excited by the prospects that could be on the young man's horizon," he said.
"It is satisfying for us that the young man is being acknowledged and pursued by such esteemed teams.
"We are especially pleased that we continue to show that when you play for Sundowns the sky is truly the limit.
"If Arsenal are happy with him talks will open between the parties involved."
Impress

Xulu is expected back in South Africa on 6th October and is hoping to impress manager Arsene Wenger's scouts.
The Frenchman is renowned for his focus on youth, with the likes of Cesc Fabregas having become a regular in the Gunners fold at just 16 years of age.
Meanwhile, Arsenal could also move for promising Zambian defender Emmanuel Mbola.
The 17-year-old, who has been locked in a transfer dispute for the past year with Armenian side Pyunik Yereven, took in a trial with the Premier League giants in August.
With Fifa having helped to free him from his contract in Armenia, he could now be drafted into the youth ranks at Emirates Stadium - although rivals Tottenham could provide some competition for his signature after previously having him train with them.