Musa Yahaya (right) is set to sign for Tottenham (Picture: Getty)

Tottenham have seen off competition from Barcelona to land Nigerian wonderkid Musa Yahaya – dubbed the new Andres Iniesta.

The 16-year-old was part of a Nigerian team which recently won the Under-17 World Cup, and clubs from all over Europe have been interested in signing him.

Spanish giants Barca were in talks with Yahaya’s agent last week, but Spurs have since moved in and agreed a deal to bring him to White Hart Lane.

According to reports, the midfielder will have a medical in north London before the weekend ahead of signing a five-year contract.


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Yahaya currently plays for African side Mutunchy Academy and it is thought that he will stay with them until his 17th birthday – when he becomes eligible to obtain a UK work permit.



A fast, skilful and powerful play-maker who can also play on the wing, Yahaya recently told reporters that he has been nicknamed ‘new Iniesta’ for years because of his accurate passing and ability to unlock defences.

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