WATCH: Gedson Fernandes' first interview as a Tottenham Hotspur player

Tottenham Hotspur signed Gedson Fernandes on loan from Benfica, with an option to buy. He became the first signing under new boss Jose Mourinho.

Published : Jan 15, 2020 23:06 IST

Gedson Fernandes could make his debut at resurgent Watford this Saturday.
Gedson Fernandes could make his debut at resurgent Watford this Saturday.
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Gedson Fernandes could make his debut at resurgent Watford this Saturday.

Jose Mourinho secured his first signing as Tottenham head coach, with midfielder Gedson Fernandes joining on an initial 18-month loan from Benfica.

The deal includes an option for the Premier League club to make the move permanent for a reported €50 million (£42.8m).

Fernandes, 21, came through Benfica's famed academy and established himself in the first-team squad in 2018, going on to make 22 Primeira Liga appearances last term.

 

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