Tottenham look set to miss out on Barcelona's Cristian Tello, according to recent reports.

Spanish publication Sport suggests that the winger is keen to return to Fiorentina rather than make the move to London.

Tello's agent Joseph Maria Orobitg reportedly held talks with Spurs in the English capital in a bid to push through a deal but the player would prefer a move to Florence after spending time on loan with Paulo Sousa's side last season.

It is understood that Barcelona want £6.75million for the 24-year-old - a fee Fiorentina have baulked at - which could end up scuppering his desired shift to the Stadio Artemio Franchi.

However, despite his want to play elsewhere, Spurs remain interested in Tello who has also been linked with Liverpool and Swansea City.