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Tottenham Hotspur willing to sell Nabil Bentaleb but will not entertain loan, with Lazio and Benfica keen

Tottenham Hotspur are willing to sell Nabil Bentaleb but will not entertain a loan.

The 21-year-old midfielder is surplus to requirements under Mauricio Pochettino and the manager has told the Algeria international he is free to find another club this summer

Italian side Lazio and Benfica have made enquiries about taking Bentaleb on loan but Tottenham only want a permanent deal and will look for around £12million.

Nabil Bentaleb runs with the ball during pre-season training with Tottenham Hotspur in July
Nabil Bentaleb runs with the ball during pre-season training with Tottenham Hotspur in July
Bentaleb raises his arm at White Hart Lane, as he plays  against Fiorentina in February
Bentaleb raises his arm at White Hart Lane, as he plays against Fiorentina in February
Spurs have brought in Victor Wanyama from Southampton, seen playing against Everton
Spurs have brought in Victor Wanyama from Southampton, seen playing against Everton

The French-born midfielder made 11 appearances in all competitions last season as Eric Dier cemented his place in midfield.