Spurs confirm Striker deal

By European Football
May 17 2006

Spurs have confirmed a deal to bring Bulgaria striker Dimitar Berbatov to White Hart Lane from German club Bayer Leverkusen. The deal is worth 10.9 million pound and they have already agreed personal terms with the player,

who will join the North London outfit on 1st July, providing they can secure him a work permit.

A statement on the official site reads:

"There were a number of clubs interested in signing Dimitar, clubs from France, Spain and the Premiership,"

"We are delighted he has chosen to join us. He is a tall, skilful, highly-talented striker who not only has a proven track record of being able to finish, but also of creating scoring opportunities for team-mates."