The 24-year-old, who would be the Blues' seventh permanent signing of the summer since winning promotion back to the Premier League, has yet to agree personal terms with the club.

The club said in a statement: "Mido had been rumoured in the media to be joining the club on a season-long loan but Blues can confirm that they are looking to sign the former Ajax, Marseille and Roma hot shot on a permanent deal."

Mido initially joined Spurs on an 18-month loan from Roma before signing for 4.5 million pounds in August 2006.

He started only seven league games for the north Londoners, making five further appearances as a substitute and scoring one goal.