By AFP More by this AuthorLONDONTottenham signed Denmark midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Southampton in a reported £15 million ($19 million) deal on Tuesday. Hojbjerg became Tottenham's first signing since the end of the Premier League season after agreeing a five-year contract with the north London club. "We are delighted to announce the signing of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Southampton," the club said on their Twitter account. Everton were also in the hunt to sign Hojbjerg, but his desire to work with Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho is believed to have helped seal his signature. Spurs has fantastic players, a fantastic manager and a fantastic set-up."

Source: Daily Nation August 11, 2020 18:22 UTC