 Complete the following phrase:  Taricco was about to be signed by Tottenham Hotspur on 5 November 1998, but a knock to his ankle in his last match delayed the transfer in some weeks, in a deal worth 1.75 million, becoming George Grahams first signing at the club. His Premier League debut came on 16 January 1999 against Wimbledon in a goalless draw, with his full debut being again a 00 draw on 6 February 1999 against Coventry City. Taricco ended his first season with 13 league appearances. He did not take part in the 