Tottenham are gearing up for a crucial January transfer window, aiming to tackle their Premier League struggles and bolster a squad heavily impacted by injuries.
Currently sitting in 12th place, Spurs have endured a challenging first half of the season, leaving the team in need of reinforcements to regain momentum.
Injuries have plagued Tottenham’s campaign, sidelining several key players and leaving the squad stretched thin. Manager Ange Postecoglou has had to navigate the absence of his preferred defensive lineup, with centre-backs Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Ben Davies all out of action.
Adding to the defensive crisis is the loss of first-choice goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, who is recovering from a fractured ankle, and left-back Destiny Udogie, recently sidelined for eight weeks due to a hamstring injury.
The team’s troubles extend beyond defence, with forward Richarlison, winger Wilson Odobert, and academy talent Micky Moore also unavailable, limiting Postecoglou’s tactical options.
Alasdair Gold on Tottenham transfer plans for January
Journalist Alasdair Gold has provided insights into Tottenham’s plans for this month, revealing that the club is eyeing three key signings. Addressing their defensive issues is a top priority, with Spurs reportedly targeting a new left-back and centre-back.
Gold suggested that the club may also seek a versatile player capable of covering multiple defensive positions, akin to Micky van de Ven’s role when fit.
Additionally, the Lilywhites are considering strengthening their midfield. Questions remain about whether Rodrigo Bentancur and Yves Bissouma align with Postecoglou’s vision for the number six role.
Spurs may look to bring in a midfielder who better suits the manager’s tactical requirements, though it’s unclear whether this addition would focus on attacking or defensive attributes.
Speaking during the Gold & Guest Talk Tottenham podcast, Gold stated:
“From what I understand, Spurs are looking at potentially a new left-back, a new centre-back and in an ideal world I wonder if they could find someone to cover both of those positions like Micky van de Ven does. Also they’re potentially looking at midfielders, whether that’s attacking or not, I’m not entirely certain that Bentancur or Bissouma are the ideal Postecoglou number six.”
The one position that Gold did not mention ended up being the first to be addressed by the club. Spurs wasted no time as they confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky yesterday.
And interestingly, another position not mentioned by Gold is what appears to be next in mind for Levy. As reported last night through, Daniel Levy and Johan Lange have flown to France to negotiate a financially appealing deal for PSG star Randal Kolo Muani. If Spurs can pull this off, it will be a statement of intent from the club.
The January window represents a crucial opportunity for Tottenham to address their injury crisis and reinforce their squad. The club’s activity in the market could be key in turning their season around and climbing back up the Premier League table.