Harry Winks holds advanced talks with Sampdoria over a potential loan deal - despite initially favouring a Premier League move - as the Spurs midfielder eyes more play time after falling down Antonio Conte's pecking order

Harry Winks is considering a loan move to Sampdoria in Italy.

The 26-year old Tottenham midfielder had initially been reluctant to go abroad, with his preference to stay in the Premier League.

A number of clubs have shown tentative interest but with time running down in the window, Winks is now willing to look at Sampdoria's offer and talks are advancing.

The former England international has fallen down the pecking order at Tottenham and will continue to struggle for regular play time this season following the additions of Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur this calendar year.