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Tottenham 'set to move for Jerome Boateng after opening talks' with veteran Bayern Munich defender over a free transfer this summer - with World Cup winner also linked with rivals Arsenal and Chelsea

Tottenham are poised to move for veteran Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng, according to reports.

Boateng, 32, will leave the Bundesliga champions at the end of the season with his deal set to run down - and Spurs are now the latest club tipped for a swoop.

Sky Germany have claimed that Tottenham are among the frontrunners for Boateng's signature.

Tottenham are poised to move for Bayern Munich star Jerome Boateng, according to reports

The report adds that talks between Boateng and Tottenham have already been held with a view to a potential transfer.

It was confirmed by Bayern that Boateng will not be offered fresh terms and his 10-year trophy-laden spell will imminently come to an end.