Tottenham in 'advanced' talks to deliver Liverpool transfer blow | OneFootball

Liverpool could suffer a transfer blow at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur. If they can avoid relegation, that is.

The Athletic reports that Tottenham Hotspur are in ‘advanced talks’ over a deal for Marcos Senesi. The Argentine will almost certainly leave Bournemouth this summer with the end of his contract.

Though, this is dependant on Spurs not suffering relegation this season. That’s a very, very real concern and last weekend saw them drop into the bottom three for the first time.

Senesi won’t join them if they go down, so any interest on their part relies on an ability to remain on the top flight and avoid the most embarrassing relegation in Premier League history.

Liverpool have also been linked with Senesi in recent days. The i Paper claims they’re very interested in a deal, though the Athletic’s report suggests they’ll actually miss out to Spurs.

If they can remain in the Premier League, of course.

Marcos Senesi: Situation Summary

Performance and Stats at Bournemouth

As of 17 April 2026, Marcos Senesi has been a stalwart in the Bournemouth defence, appearing in 31 Premier League matches this season. The 28-year-old Argentine has played over 2,700 minutes, contributing to nine clean sheets and recording four assists. His ball-playing ability remains a standout feature, with 1,919 passes attempted at a 78% accuracy rate. Senesi’s resurgence as a regular starter followed the departures of Dean Huijsen and Illia Zabarnyi last year, and his consistent form has earned him two call-ups to the Argentina national team during the current campaign.

Impending Free Agency and Transfer Battle

Senesi is set to become one of the most coveted free agents of the 2026 summer window after deciding against a contract extension at the Vitality Stadium. On 17 April, reports indicated that Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as the favourites to sign the left-footed centre-back, with advanced talks reportedly underway. However, any deal with Spurs is contingent on the club avoiding relegation, as they currently sit 18th in the table. Liverpool remain a primary suitor and were considered front-runners as recently as 16 April, viewing him as a direct replacement for outgoing defenders like Joe Gomez. Manchester United and Chelsea also continue to monitor the situation.