Tottenham Hoptspur are planning to beat Arsenal in the race to sign Porto star Jackson Martinez, as per Metro reports.
The Daily Mirror revealed few days ago that Arsenal have agreed a deal with the Portuguese side for their Colombian star but the latest reports from Metro means that the deal is still on the way.
Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino will already be selling strikers Emmanuel Adebayor and Roberto Soldado this summer and will then be short of strikers.
Spurs recent season's star Harry Kane was exceptional for them, however the boss is keen to get Champions League spot next season for which he is eyeing to add more attacking force.
Martinez who has proved his goal scoring record at the Portuguese club is also keen to join Premier League side. He has been the most consistent scorer, has scored more than 20 goals for the last three seasons for Porto.
His move is likely to happen in the next few weeks as his contract also is in his favour. His contract says that he is free to choose his next destination this season.
Spurs and Arsenal will be going head to head for his move in the coming days and will soon the reports will reveal the winner of the race.
Columnist: Simon Oates
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