Mauro Zarate Was Never Close To Joining Tottenham - Lazio President Claudio Lotito

Mauro Zarate's reported move to Tottenham was never on course to take off, claims Lazio chief Claudio Lotito.

On Tuesday reports in England claimed Claudio Lotito was in London dealing with Tottenham for Zarate.

However, Lotito claims that was nothing more than final day transfer market speculation.

"Was Zarate close to Tottenham? I will not speak about this. It would be useless," he told Calcionews24.com.

"Some time ago I said that Lazio would not be selling their champions, and Zarate did not leave.

"I think that our promises were maintained." Read More..