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Tottenham sign Guglielmo Vicario as first new face joins in Ange Postecoglou era
Guglielmo Vicario has joined Tottenham Hotspur after the two parties reached a £17 million contract with Serie A team Empoli.
The Italian goalkeeper is the first new player to join Ange Postecoglou’s team since the manager joined from Celtic earlier this summer. Dejan Kulusevski, who was on loan from Juventus, was also added to the squad permanently after his original 18-month tenure.
Vicario, 26, has agreed to a five-year deal with Tottenham Hotspur Stadium through 2028 after passing his physical on Monday. He has been given the No. 13 shirt at the stadium, which was most recently worn by fellow goalkeeper Michel Vorm.
The deal is subject to Vicario, who Roberto Mancini has previously called up to the senior Italy side. Still, he has yet to make his Azzurri debut, obtaining the required international clearance and a work visa.
With Hugo Lloris’ contract expiring in a year and the long-serving Spurs captain publicly stating a desire for a fresh challenge, Vicario’s presence adds to the uncertainty surrounding his future.
Long-standing rumours suggest that the French goalkeeper may leave this summer, but there is also speculation that Vicario may initially serve as his backup before assuming the reins full-time.
Vicario joined Empoli from Cagliari in 2021 and made 71 total appearances for the team, originally on loan. In his own country, he has also played for Udinese, Fontanafredda, Venezia, and Perugia.
We are delighted to announce the signing of Guglielmo Vicario!
Benvenuto, Guglielmo 🤍
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) June 27, 2023