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Bergvall signs new Tottenham deal after summer exit talk

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BBC SportTier 1
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Key points

  • 20-year-old midfielder wanted to leave in summer after limited playing time under De Zerbi
  • Nottingham Forest bid £38m; Aston Villa and Chelsea also interested in Swede
  • De Zerbi admits mistakes in handling Bergvall but backs him to fulfil potential

AI summary

Lucas Bergvall has committed his future to Tottenham by signing a new contract, reversing his summer desire to leave the club. The Swedish midfielder had grown frustrated with his lack of opportunities following Roberto de Zerbi's arrival, prompting interest from several Premier League rivals, but has now decided to stay and fight for his place.

De Zerbi acknowledged his missteps in managing Bergvall during a turbulent end to last season and expressed confidence the 20-year-old's best years lie ahead. Bergvall has featured sparingly so far this campaign but remains convinced Spurs is the right environment for his development.

Original headline

Bergvall signs Tottenham deal after saying he wanted to leave

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