Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool AGREE £69m Ekitike deal, Chelsea want Rogers, Xhaka ‘set for Prem return'
Tottenham misfit Alejo Veliz is heading home with the 21-year-old striker set to rejoin Rosario Central on loan.
Veliz, who signed for Spurs in a £13million deal last summer, has struggled to make his mark in North London, managing just eight senior appearances.
After underwhelming loan spells in Spain with Espanyol and Sevilla, the Argentine is now returning to his former club in a bid to revive his career, according to TyC Sports.
Spurs have included a recall option for the end of 2025 — but whether the youngster has a future in Thomas Frank's plans remains to be seen.
Alejo Veliz is heading back home to revive his career
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