Rennes Confirm Yann M’Vila Is In Talks to Sign for Tottenham and Not Arsenal

Spurs' bid currently too low but Rennes hopeful of a deal. Ligue 1 outfit Rennes have confirmed that midfielder Yann M'Vila is closing in on a move to Tottenham - despite interest from Spurs' north London rivals Arsenal. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger has long admired M'Vila and was understood to be close to signing the 22-year-old in June. But the youngster's poor disciplinary record - highligted when he clashed with French teammates at Euro 2012 - was thought to have put Wenger off a deal. Alex Song's imminent departure for Barcelona has led to speculation that Wenger is set to return with a...