Agent Confirms Interest

By Jaymes Payten-Marsh
For THBN

Stewart Downing's agent, Ian Elliot, has confirmed that he is aware of the interest show from Tottenham Hotspur in the highly-rated left winger.

Elliot told a local newspaper: "I have heard the rumors about Tottenham. But, to be honest, I don't think Tottenham would be the only club interested in Stewart Downing if he became available. I would not be surprised if Tottenham were looking to bring him in."

Elliot went on to say: "My client is happy at Middlesbrough, providing that his new contract reflects what he deserves for the progress he has made over the past twelve months.

"He doesn't want to leave Boro. As well as his call-ups for England, he has also progressed massively at club level in the past year or so."

Could Downing be on his way? I cannot see Boro parting with their most promising young player at this point in his career unless Spurs were to table an! astonishing offer.

With the Arnesen saga now in full-flow, any signings will be put on the backburner until it has been sorted out.