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TOTTENHAM have confirmed they have signed Ivan Perisic on a free transfer - with the Croatian international sharing a sweet message for Inter Milan fans.
The versatile star, 33, had been a key target for Antonio Conte, able to play a number of roles in his system, including wing-back and attacking midfielder.
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Perisic's contract at Inter has now expired - with Spurs revealing they had beaten Chelsea to the winger after he passed his medical on Tuesday.
He has signed a two-year contract at the club.
A Tottenham statement read: "We are delighted to announce the transfer of Ivan Perisic.
"The vastly experienced Croatia international will join the Club on 1 July following the expiration of his contract at Internazionale and has agreed a deal that will run until 2024."
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The 113-cap Croatia ace had already agreed to a two-year deal at Tottenham and stayed at Spurs’ plush accommodation, The Lodge, next to their Enfield-based training ground on Sunday night.
Ahead of the official announcement of his move to Tottenham an emotional Perisic released a - written in both Italian and English.
It read: "After 254 games, 55 goals, 49 assists, 3 trophies and 18,934 minutes spent on the pitch wearing this glorious jersey, my journey here has come to an end.
"Even though every end means a new beginning it’s important to reflect back on these past years and show you my deepest appreciation for the work accomplished.
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"It was an unforgettable learning experience for me as a player and for my whole family.
"To the team, the staff, to all the employees but most importantly to the fans: you will always have a special place in my heart.
"I leave feeling privileged having this club in my portfolio."
Conte had been desperate to sign Perisic after the pair won the Serie A title together in 2020-21.
Perisic is a perfect fit for the Italian boss' system - able to play at wing-back in his 3-4-3 or even play further forward on one of the attacking flanks.
He's even deputised as a centre forward at times which would be a huge bonus with Spurs lacking much backup to Harry Kane.
Despite approaching his mid-30s, Perisic is showing no signs of slowing down.
The ex-Bayern Munich loanee and Borussia Dortmund star played an impressive 58 games for club and country this season, scoring 12 goals.
And Perisic is unlikely to be Spurs' last signing of the summer.
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Tottenham are in the market for at least six new signings after revealing a £150m cash injection.
The club are set to announce the signing of goalkeeper Fraser Forster, 34, on a free transfer from Southampton.
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