Hugo Lloris joined Tottenham in August 2012 and grew to be the club captain and the untouchable Number 1 for the North London club. However, with his contract expiring in June 2022 and persistent rumours of new goalkeepers being tracked by the Cockerels, Lloris’ future was shrouded by fog. Until Antonio Conte arrived, that is.Conte’s Spurs are Champions League candidates again after defeating NorwichThe Italian coach has been impressed by the 34-year-old Frenchman since taking over at Tottenham Stadium. Lloris’ ability and experience are enough to warrant a contract extension, with Conte going on record to profess his admiration of the skipper.”Hugo is the captain of this team, captain of France, we’re talking about a top goalkeeper. I consider him an important player for Tottenham, for his experience. He’s a good goalkeeper first of all and many years at this club, he has showed always great commitment for this club.”This season Lloris kept six clean sheets in 14 Premier League games and has a total of 388 appearances for the club so far – with the former Lyon man due to celebrate the tenth anniversary of joining Tottenham in August next year.Thursday, 23.00: (1.32) Tottenham (5.80) Rennes (10.5)No agreement has been reached, but Spurs are not expected to face too much difficulty in convincing the goalkeeper to sign on. A decade of service would be brilliant for both the player and the adoring fans, but Spurs should make their move swiftly or they will risk losing the goalkeeper. Starting from 1 January, Lloris will be free to talk to any club about a contract that would then run from 1 July. 🚨 NEW: Tottenham are interested in signing Everton’s Jordan Pickford, even if Spurs sign a new goalkeeper, Hugo Lloris will still have the chance to sign a new contract. [Tutto Mercato] pic.twitter.com/ATFkFebUeW— The Spurs Web ⚪️ (@thespursweb) December 2, 2021 Lloris has spoken about his desire to play for OGC Nice, the club from his hometown someday. However, that day won’t come before 2023.
