Schalke Holtby to join Tottenham immediately

Eurosport states Tottenham have reached an agreement on signing Schalke midfielder Holtby before the end of the transfer window.

The 22-year-old Germany international has already agreed a move to the White Hart Lane on a free as his contract expires in summer. However the Spurs have decided to accelerate the deal with a view to bring the playmaker in January, as they experience the lack of midfield options amid the injury of Sandro. The deal has reportedly cost the Spurs £1.5 million.

Holtby has established himself as a firm first-choice player for the Bundesliga side this season, making 27 first-team appearances and scoring three goals.