ESPN indicate Tottenham have expressed concrete interest in prising the Ivorian away from Milan in January.
Kessie has been touted as a target for Premier League clubs ever since he emerged at Atalanta.
And it appears Tottenham have continued to keep tabs on him as he has flourished at Milan.
Spurs are not alone in eyeing up Kessie, with London rivals Chelsea also said to be keen.
Tottenham transfer news: Spurs and Chelsea express firm interest in striking January deal (Image: GETTY)
Tottenham transfer news: Spurs and Chelsea express firm interest in striking January deal (Image: GETTY)
Like Tottenham, Chelsea have reportedly made contact regarding the 22-year-old’s future.
Tottenham and Chelsea’s respective hopes of snaring Kessie are improved by Milan’s financial situation.
The Serie A giants are likely to have to sacrifice one of two players in the summer to comply with Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations.
And Kessie may be one of the star names who is sold in order to help balance the books.
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