Spurs could use Tainio to sweeten deal for Villa's Laursen
Tottenham may try to cure their defensive headaches by signing the latest player to expose their deficiencies at the back.
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Aston Villa centre-half Martin Laursen has been on the Spurs radar for more than a year and has yet to agree a new contract with the Midlands club.
The former AC Milan defender powered in the winning header on New Year's Day to infuriate Tottenham manager Juande Ramos, who is already tired of seeing his side leak soft goals from set-pieces.
Great Dane: Martin Laursen, seen scoring against Spurs, has yet to agree a new contract with the Midlands club
Villa may be reluctant to sell as Sweden international Olof Mellberg could also be on his way with Juventus leading the chase for his services.
However, Tottenham may be able to sweeten the pot by offering former Auxerre midfielder Teemu Tainio as part of the deal.
