In a surprising turn of events, renowned transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has disclosed that there remains a glimmer of possibility for Ivan Perisic’s departure from Tottenham Hotspur before the closure of the current transfer window. Despite Spurs securing some notable deals, including the loan acquisition of Timo Werner and the permanent signing of Radu Dragusin, along with offloading the hefty wages of Hugo Lloris and Eric Dier, the potential departure of Perisic adds an unexpected twist to their January dealings.

Perisic, acquired on a free transfer from Inter Milan in the summer of 2022, came with a significant financial commitment. Tottenham, recognizing the need to entice the Croatian winger with substantial terms, sanctioned a lucrative £180,000-a-week contract, making him the second-highest-paid player at the club, with only captain Son Heung-min earning more.

However, Perisic’s stint at Tottenham has been marred by a challenging campaign marked by injuries. Suffering an ACL injury in September, the 34-year-old faces the possibility of being sidelined until the next season. Romano, shedding light on the situation, emphasized that there is a staggering 99% likelihood that Perisic won’t feature for Tottenham again.

Interestingly, Hajduk Split, an apparent admirer of Perisic, is keen on securing the Croatian’s services as a January signing. Romano indicates that they are poised to intensify efforts in the coming weeks to make the deal a reality.

In Romano’s words on Kick: “My answer is no, I don’t think Ivan Perisic is going to play for Tottenham anymore in his career. Because of the injury, of course, but also because Hajduk Split are still dreaming of Ivan Perisic as a January signing. So, they are going to push this week, next week, to make the deal happen.”

While the prospect of Perisic’s departure remains plausible, Spurs are urged to consider the practicality of holding onto an injured player until the end of the season. The Croatian, known for his exceptional crossing ability and versatility, could have been a valuable asset for Ange Postecoglou’s squad. However, given the severity of Perisic’s injury, it is suggested that reaching an agreement to terminate his contract and facilitating a free transfer in the imminent days would be the most prudent course of action for Tottenham.

The ongoing saga surrounding Perisic unfolds as an unexpected subplot in Tottenham’s January transfer endeavors, adding an element of uncertainty to the club’s strategy as the transfer window progresses.