Reports in Spain suggest the Mexican attacker - who has also been linked with Chelsea and Manchester City in recent weeks - will cost Tottenham a fee of around 9million euros.

"Nothing has been finalised," former Brazilian footballer Zizinho told Mexican sports daily Record.

"But it is an honour that a club as important as Tottenham want to sign Giovani, but nothing can be said officially yet."

Zizinho said his son is excited by the challenge lying ahead in north London.

He added: "Tottenham's ambitious plans have excited Giovani and he just wants to go there and help the team in any way he can.

"It is obvious that leaving Barcelona is a risky decision, but with his qualities it appears that it could be the best option for him."