The 16-year-old follows directly behind Heurelho Gomes through
the gates of White Hart Lane, though he has not been brought in as
the Brazilian's backup considering his inexperience and will begin
in the club's Academy.
Spurs sporting director Damien Comolli welcomed the acquisition of
Ranieri, who has represented his country at Under-16 level, on
Tottenham's official website.
“Mirko is 6ft 2in and an excellent shot stopper,” he
enthused.
“His distribution and decision-making is improving all the
time.
“He is a highly-intelligent individual and another very good young
goalkeeper we have attracted to the club.”
As for Paul Robinson, the former England number one's career at
Tottenham looks almost certain to be over, with Middlesbrough and
Aston Villa believed to leading the race for his signature.