Speculations about the future of Rafael van der Vaart is finally answered. The Real Madrid midfielder have officially joined Tottenham Hotspur after the Premier League granted permission to the North London club to finalize negotiations although the transfer deadline has passed.

The transfer window has actually been closed at 31 August at six pm. However, Spurs was finally able to get Van der Vaart’s signatures.

The Lilywhites convinced that their computer servers had a problem that caused the transfer process to be delayed. Coach Harry Redknapp and chairman Daniel Levy finally started negotiations with the Dutch retainer at 4 pm.

Premier League finally allowed Spurs to completed the transfer of Van der Vaart from Real Madrid. This transfer was announced at the club’s website.

“We are delighted to announce that we have reached an agreement with Real Madrid concerning Rafael van der Vaart’s transfer.”

Van der Vaart, who signed a contract with Spurs until the next four seasons, admitted he was surprised that the negotiations was quick.