Tottenham are tracking Barcelona midfielder Carles Alena.
The youngster is being considered by Spurs as a replacement for wantaway star Christian Eriksen.
Alena has been frozen out this season, managing just 45 minutes thus far, and is ready to quit Barca in January.
Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is a fan and believes Alena's style of play is a perfect fit for his system. Along with the Londoners, Real Betis are also keen.
Eriksen, meanwhile, is off contract in June and spying a move away.
