Arshavin's representative Lachter, told Sky Sports News:

"I am very optimistic about this deal but it is not easy - as usual with Russian clubs. The next few days will see if he can confirm this move to Spurs. Andrei likes the way Juande Ramos is going to play at Tottenham and this is the main point of our decision - not only the money but the desire of the manager to have the player."