Tottenham have won the race to sign highly-rated Czech teenager Tomas Pekhart from Slavia Prague.

The 16-year-old striker join the club in July after signing a three-year contract with an option for a further two years.

“Tomas has the excellent combination of a strong physical presence, agility and technical ability,” Spurs sporting director Damien Comolli told the club’s websiite.

“Two other Premiership clubs were interested in him and we are delighted he has agreed to join us. He is an exciting prospect for the future.”

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