Spurs sign Marcos Senesi on free transfer from Bournemouth

Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of Marcos Senesi on a free transfer from Bournemouth.

The Argentina defender will officially join the club on July 1, once his Cherries contract expires. He arrives on a reported four-year deal.

The 29-year-old becomes Roberto De Zerbi’s second summer signing.

He follows Andy Robertson, who also joined as a free agent, as the head coach reshapes his back line. Ben Davies, meanwhile, has signed a new deal to add continuity.

Spurs sign Marcos Senesi on free transfer from Bournemouth

Senesi leaves the south coast after four strong seasons. He made 128 appearances in all competitions for Bournemouth, scoring six goals and adding 10 assists.

Last term he was pivotal as the club finished sixth and qualified for Europe for the first time in their history.

His form drew plenty of suitors. Clubs in LaLiga and Serie A tabled offers, but Senesi wanted to stay in the Premier League and was keen on London.

There is an intriguing subplot, too. He turned down a reunion with Andoni Iraola, his former Bournemouth manager, now in charge at Liverpool.

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The player left no doubt about his ambitions. Speaking to Tottenham’s official website, Senesi said: “It’s a very special feeling to be a Tottenham Hotspur player.

I want to win things with Tottenham and will do everything I can to make that happen.” He spoke of taking the club “back to the place it belongs.”

De Zerbi was equally enthusiastic about the fit. “Marcos’ experience, quality on the ball, and competitive edge will strengthen us defensively, as well as giving us flexibility in formation,” the head coach told the club’s website.

“He’s comfortable playing in a possession-based team, reads the game very well and has the personality to thrive in a demanding environment.”

The signing continues a busy rebuild at a club that only survived on the final day last season.

For De Zerbi, a left-footed, ball-playing defender is exactly the profile to anchor his project. Senesi, clearly, shares the vision.