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'I want to stay': Dejan Kulusevski insists his permanent transfer to Tottenham will not be impacted by Antonio Conte's future... with the club expected to sack the Italian following his extraordinary press conference Dejan Kulusevski is set to join Tottenham on a permanent deal in the summer Kulusevski insists his move will not be impacted by Antonio Conte's future Chairman Daniel Levy is expected to sack Conte during the international break

By Michael Pavitt For Mailonline

Published: 00:56 GMT, 23 March 2023 | Updated: 00:56 GMT, 23 March 2023

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Dejan Kulusevski has insisted uncertainty over Antonio Conte's future as Tottenham head coach will not impact his permanent transfer to the club.

Tottenham are preparing talks with Antonio Conte over the terms of his expected exit from the club, with the Italian having just three months left on his current deal.

His departure appears to have been hastened by a blistering tirade against his own players in the aftermath of Saturday's 3-3 draw against Southampton.

Kulusevski was asked about his own future while on international duty with Sweden, with the 22-year-old having initially joined Spurs on an 18-month loan deal from Juventus in January 2022.

Tottenham reportedly have an obligation to pay £31million for Kulusevski if he plays at least 20 Premier League games this season and the club finish in the top four, while there is an option to buy should they miss out of