Erik Lamela insists he's now happily settled at Tottenham.

The former Roma midfielder has been linked with a return to Serie A, where Inter Milan are keen.

"Leaving was never in my plans," Lamela said.

"Sometimes it's better to stay focused on the club where you play rather than thinking about anything else."

Lamela is now firmly a key part of Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino's first team.