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Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou heads into the new season knowing he needs major attacking reinforcements. The north Londoners slipped away in the battle for a Champions League place last season, in part because they were too often blunt up front.

Captain Son Heung-min shouldered most of the scoring burden after Harry Kane’s departure. The South Korean scored 17 times and assisted a further 10 goals, taking responsibility for creating and scoring chances.

Richarlison struck 12 goals although eight of those came in an eight-match spell during the winter. Postecoglou will want surgery conducted on his forward line, and that may involve building a new attack around Son as a central figure.

Spain’s Euro 2024 star Nico Williams has been linked with Spurs. Although several other huge European clubs are also interested in a move, the Premier League club can get ahead of the competition by matching the 21-year-old’s reported £49million release clause at Athletic Bilbao.

On the other wing, the versatile Jonathan David would also be an excellent addition. David struck 26 goals for Lille last season and would be able to play in a fluid front three alongside Son and Williams.

During a packed campaign in which Spurs will hope to go far in the Europa League, Dejan Kulusevski, Brennan Johnson and Richarlison provide three excellent back-up options for Postecoglou’s attack.

The Australian head coach may also hope to finally land Conor Gallagher over the coming weeks. Spurs have long been linked with the Chelsea vice-captain, whose departure from Stamford Bridge would help ease their financial constraints. The west Londoners are believed to want around £50m for the England international.

Spurs will want to negotiate down that price, especially if they are to spend nearly £80m on Williams and David, the latter of whom Lille reportedly value at £30m.

Postecoglou has already spent £30m on Leeds’ teenage sensation Archie Gray. The England U21 international can expect regular game time under the Spurs boss, who is keen to use young and dynamic players in midfield.

Lucas Bergvall will also join Spurs this summer after a pre-agreement deal with Djurgardens was completed in January.

Spurs will naturally need to sell players to ensure they can fund a big-spending summer. Postecoglou said towards the end of last season that some squad members would not remain at the club for much longer. Bryan Gil, Emerson Royal and Giovani Lo Celso have all been linked with departures.

Tottenham’s dream line-up for 2024-25: Vicario, Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie, Gallagher, Sarr, Gray, David, Son, Williams.

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou heads into the new season knowing he needs major attacking reinforcements. The north Londoners slipped away in the battle for a Champions League place last season, in part because they were too often blunt up front.

Captain Son Heung-min shouldered most of the scoring burden after Harry Kane’s departure. The South Korean scored 17 times and assisted a further 10 goals, taking responsibility for creating and scoring chances.

Richarlison struck 12 goals although eight of those came in an eight-match spell during the winter. Postecoglou will want surgery conducted on his forward line, and that may involve building a new attack around Son as a central figure.

Spain’s Euro 2024 star Nico Williams has been linked with Spurs. Although several other huge European clubs are also interested in a move, the Premier League club can get ahead of the competition by matching the 21-year-old’s reported £49million release clause at Athletic Bilbao.

On the other wing, the versatile Jonathan David would also be an excellent addition. David struck 26 goals for Lille last season and would be able to play in a fluid front three alongside Son and Williams.

During a packed campaign in which Spurs will hope to go far in the Europa League, Dejan Kulusevski, Brennan Johnson and Richarlison provide three excellent back-up options for Postecoglou’s attack.

The Australian head coach may also hope to finally land Conor Gallagher over the coming weeks. Spurs have long been linked with the Chelsea vice-captain, whose departure from Stamford Bridge would help ease their financial constraints. The west Londoners are believed to want around £50m for the England international.

Spurs will want to negotiate down that price, especially if they are to spend nearly £80m on Williams and David, the latter of whom Lille reportedly value at £30m.

Postecoglou has already spent £30m on Leeds’ teenage sensation Archie Gray. The England U21 international can expect regular game time under the Spurs boss, who is keen to use young and dynamic players in midfield.

Lucas Bergvall will also join Spurs this summer after a pre-agreement deal with Djurgardens was completed in January.

Spurs will naturally need to sell players to ensure they can fund a big-spending summer. Postecoglou said towards the end of last season that some squad members would not remain at the club for much longer. Bryan Gil, Emerson Royal and Giovani Lo Celso have all been linked with departures.

Tottenham’s dream line-up for 2024-25: Vicario, Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie, Gallagher, Sarr, Gray, David, Son, Williams.

England captain Harry Kane was clattered by Manuel Akanji in the second half of extra-time during the Three Lions' Euro 2024 quarter-final with Switzerland, forcing the striker to be substituted off through injury before the penalty shoot-out.

Kane had been chasing a ball into the channel when Manchester City defender Akanji followed him and bumped the striker before he flew into the advertisement boards.

The skipper tumbled past Gareth Southgate on the sideline and could be seen holding his thigh before promptly being taken off for Brentford's Ivan Toney.

With the match heading towards a penalty shoot-out, at 1-1 at the time of Kane's substitution, Southgate would have been banking on Kane to step up from 12 yards should neither side claim a late winner.

However, in Toney, a suitable replacement from the spot did arrive onto the pitch having made a positive impact off the bench in the previous round when his header set up Kane's winner against Slovakia.

After a drab opening 45 minutes, the deadlock was finally broken by Switzerland striker Breel Embolo, who tapped home inside the England box but only sparked Southgate's side into life.

After a mix-up involving, Jude Bellingham who refused to be substituted off when his number was mistakenly held up by the fourth official, Bukayo Saka curled an effort into the far corner moments later.

But England did not need Kane to advance, as Cole Palmer, Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, Ivan Toney and Trent Alexander-Arnold scored all five penalties while Akanji missed to send the Three Lions through.

However, despite England progressing, they will be fearful of the availability of their talisman Kane for the semi-final against either Holland or Turkey, with a thigh problem that was deemed serious enough to force him off 10 minutes before a penalty shoot-out.

Harry Maguire has been one of the first names on the England team sheet since Gareth Southgate took charge. But the Three Lions boss has been forced to shake things up at Euro 2024 due to an injury suffered by Maguire in the lead-up to the tournament.

As is so often the case, one player's setback became another's opportunity, and Marc Guehi was the player thrust into the starting XI. Playing in all four of England's matches thus far, the Crystal Palace centre-back has been nothing short of superb.

That won't surprise the likes of Arsenal and Tottenham, who have reportedly been tracking Guehi's progress for a number of years. It remains to be seen whether either of the north London rivals have a pop at signing him later this summer.

But if they do, Maguire's injury and Guehi's big chance at Euro 2024 will see them joined in the transfer chase by a number of fierce competitors. According to The Sun; Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus are now interested in Guehi off the back of his performances in Germany, reducing the chances of the Gunners or Spurs pulling off a statement deal.

Palace have already lost Michael Olise to a big-money Bayern Munich offer this summer, but it is thought they would also be willing to let go of Guehi if an offer in the region of £50million is sent their way.

With only two years remaining on the defender's contract, time is running out for Palace to bank a huge fee. Guehi is still only 23 years old and, in theory, has plenty of time before reaching his peak as a centre-back.

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The England man came through Chelsea's academy but began building his reputation during a fruitful loan spell with Championship side Swansea City. Palace snapped him up in 2021 after he had made only two senior appearances for the Blues.

Three seasons later, Guehi boasts almost a century of Premier League experience and a run to the knockout stages as an England starter.

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Painfully for the Three Lions, and Guehi himself, he will be suspended for England's upcoming quarter-final against Switzerland. The sought-after star was booked in the goalless draw with Slovenia and the win over Slovakia in the last 16, during which he set up Jude Bellingham's unforgettable bicycle kick with a pinpoint flick-on.

Lewis Dunk, Ezri Konsa and Joe Gomez are among the candidates for Southgate to draft in alongside Manchester City centre-back John Stones, who has been a stalwart since the start of the tournament.

Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha is finally on the cusp of joining Bayern Munich in a big-money deal after his transfer fell through last January on deadline day.

According to reports, Bayern have agreed a deal to sign the Portuguese star for a fee worth up to £47.4million.

Tottenham are reportedly keeping tabs on Kyle Walker-Peters in what would be a surprise reunion.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs are monitoring his situation at Southampton but there hasn't been any progress as of yet.

The report follows Archie Gray's arrival in north London in a £35million deal.

There had been talk over Erik ten Hag's transfer power at Man Utd following the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the implementation of his new-look football structure.

But according to The Athletic, Ten Hag will keep a crucial vote on any incoming players.

It comes after a mixed success rate having took on the power over signings since his arrival from Ajax in 2022.

Man Utd are on the brink of appointing Christopher Vivell as their director of recruitment.

And in doing so, the club appear to have finally listened to former manager Ralf Rangnick's advice over the ex-Chelsea chief.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has continued his ruthless overhaul of the club's football structure, and Vivell is close to being appointed.

Liverpool and several other Premier League clubs will have been placed on alert by Juventus.

It has been reported in Italy that Juventus have opened the door to the sale of Federico Chiesa.

It comes amid former interest from Jurgen Klopp, who was reportedly a huge admirer of the Italian winger. And Premier League clubs will be all over him this summer if he decides against staying at Juve.

Arsenal have joined Chelsea and co in the battle for Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori.

According to the Telegraph, Arsenal are monitoring the 22-year-old Bolgna defender. But they face competition from elsewhere in the Premier League.

Calafiori impressed last season with Bologna and during Italy's Euro 2024 campaign before they were knocked out by Switzerland.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca could be about to land the club's sixth signing of the summer.

Following Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's move from Leicester yesterday, reports state that Boca Juniors defender Aaron Anselmino has agreed personal terms over a £14m move.

The Argentinian teenager, 19, will reportedly sign a six-year contract at Stamford Bridge, but will remain with Boca on loan until January.

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Tottenham are reportedly interested in bringing Kyle Walker-Peters back to the club after sealing the signing of Archie Gray from Leeds. Daniel Levy pulled off a significant coup this week by agreeing a £35million transfer for 18-year-old midfielder, with Joe Rodon heading to Elland Road as part of the deal.

But the north London club seemingly aren’t done there this summer, as Ange Postecoglou continues his squad overhaul.

And now Walker-Peters has been linked with a return, having spent five years at the club before leaving for Southampton in 2020.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Spurs have been monitoring the 27-year-old as they scour the market for a back-up option to current right-back Pedro Porro. They made £12million from the sale of the two-cap England international four years ago, and would not have to break the bank to re-sign him this summer.

Walker-Peters impressed under Russell Martin as Southampton were promoted to the Premier League last season, beating Leeds 1-0 in the Championship play-off final. He made 43 league appearances, and appeared to relish the possession based style of his manager.

The defender was duly named in the EFL Championship Team of the Year at the end of the campaign. But he only has one year left on his current deal, meaning Martin risks losing him on a free next summer.

Despite signing senior forms at Tottenham in 2015, Walker-Peters only made 24 senior appearances for the club before leaving for St Mary’s. And he rose to prominence in a 5-0 Premier League win over Bournemouth in December 2018, becoming the youngest player to notch three assists in the top flight since Jermaine Pennant.

Tottenham’s pursuit could yet be simplified, with Southampton themselves linked to a potential replacement. The club have been touted to move for AZ Alkmaar and Japan right-back Yukinari Sugawara, a development which would open the door for their now Premier League rivals.

But Levy and co are likely to face competition. West Ham have also reportedly been tracking Walker-Peters, and are said to be prepared to offer Flynn Downes in an exchange deal.

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The player himself will be looking to reignite his England career, having initially been called up by Gareth Southgate back in 2022. He made his senior debut in a 2–1 victory against Switzerland, but failed to win a place for the World Cup in Qatar later that year.

But with former team-mate Kyle Walker now 34, and Trent Alexander-Arnold having shifted into midfield, there could soon be an opening for the Southampton man. Prior to his senior bow, he played in the under-17 World Cup and then represented the Three Lions at every age grade level from under-18 to under-21.

Dele Alli has been spotted working hard in training as fans clamour for his long-anticipated return to professional football. The former Tottenham Hotspur star is technically without a club after his contract with Everton ran out this summer - and Alli is working hard in order to secure a contract elsewhere.

The athlete had undergone surgery at the beginning of the year to fix a chronic groin issue and is now stepping up his recovery game so he can return at his best.

Alli, who has won 37 caps for England, the last of which came in 2019, has been posting regular updates on his social media to let fans know how his recovery plan is going and all the work he is putting in to return to the Premier League.

In a new video published by his coach under the handle @jazzi.fc, Alli can be seen working hard on the pitch, taking part in sprinting, passing, shooting and agility drills alongside other athletes. The post was captioned: "We working @dele".

The 28-year-old appeared to be in good shape as he nailed the training drills with relative ease in the exciting footage. And fans have filled the comments with their wishes for Alli to return to football at his best after a nightmare couple of years at Besiktas and Everton.

One person wrote: "Can't wait to see him back on the pitch." Another added: "Prem ain't ready for Dele's comeback." A third wrote: "Can't wait to see you, my favourite player." Fans have even touted Alli to return to Spurs following his 2022 transfer to Everton.

One person asked: "Come on @spursofficial we need him now." Another said: "Well done Dele, back to spurs soon" alongside three loveheart emojis.

According to TransferMarkt, Alli is currently without a club following the end of his contract at Everton - but the club is reportedly open to negotiating a new deal with the former England star in the future.

The club confirmed in May Alli wouldn't be given a new deal but will remain at the club while he continues his recovery. Director of football Kevin Thelwell said: “Dele’s contract is coming to an end, but our medical team will continue to support him while he completes the intensive rehabilitation programme he is currently undergoing following the operation he had earlier this year.

"Both Sean Dyche and I agree it is important we ensure Dele’s rehabilitation is not impacted by his contract situation at such a critical point in his recovery.”

Dele Alli has been spotted working hard in training as fans clamour for his long-anticipated return to professional football. The former Tottenham Hotspur star is technically without a club after his contract with Everton ran out this summer - and Alli is working hard in order to secure a contract elsewhere.

The athlete had undergone surgery at the beginning of the year to fix a chronic groin issue and is now stepping up his recovery game so he can return at his best.

Alli, who has won 37 caps for England, the last of which came in 2019, has been posting regular updates on his social media to let fans know how his recovery plan is going and all the work he is putting in to return to the Premier League.

In a new video published by his coach under the handle @jazzi.fc, Alli can be seen working hard on the pitch, taking part in sprinting, passing, shooting and agility drills alongside other athletes. The post was captioned: "We working @dele".

The 28-year-old appeared to be in good shape as he nailed the training drills with relative ease in the exciting footage. And fans have filled the comments with their wishes for Alli to return to football at his best after a nightmare couple of years at Besiktas and Everton.

One person wrote: "Can't wait to see him back on the pitch." Another added: "Prem ain't ready for Dele's comeback." A third wrote: "Can't wait to see you, my favourite player." Fans have even touted Alli to return to Spurs following his 2022 transfer to Everton.

One person asked: "Come on @spursofficial we need him now." Another said: "Well done Dele, back to spurs soon" alongside three loveheart emojis.

According to TransferMarkt, Alli is currently without a club following the end of his contract at Everton - but the club is reportedly open to negotiating a new deal with the former England star in the future.

The club confirmed in May Alli wouldn't be given a new deal but will remain at the club while he continues his recovery. Director of football Kevin Thelwell said: “Dele’s contract is coming to an end, but our medical team will continue to support him while he completes the intensive rehabilitation programme he is currently undergoing following the operation he had earlier this year.

"Both Sean Dyche and I agree it is important we ensure Dele’s rehabilitation is not impacted by his contract situation at such a critical point in his recovery.”

Ange Postecoglou is shaking up his Tottenham Hotspur squad by allowing nine players to leave the club after their contracts expired. Since the Australian took over as manager, several key figures have been sidelined and numerous fringe players have now exited the north London club.

Spurs have already splashed the cash this summer, shelling out £35million for Leeds United prodigy Archie Gray. Their business looks to be far from over as they have made a lot of space in their squad.

Among those who have left are a former England international, Tottenham's record signing, and several young talents who failed to fulfil their potential at the club. Many of these departures were confirmed well before their contracts officially ended in June.

Eric Dier was one of the first to be informed that his contract would not be renewed, reports the Mirror. The England centre-back moved to Bayern Munich on loan in January under Thomas Tuchel and had a successful stint with the German side.

His move to the Allianz Arena was made permanent with a contract until 2025, marking his departure for good alongside Ivan Perisic, who returned to Croatia with Hajduk Split. Like Dier, Perisic's loan move became permanent as soon as his contract with Spurs expired.

Two promising English talents have also exited the club, with Japhet Tanganga making a permanent move to Millwall following a successful loan stint, and Ryan Sessegnon, who has been linked with a move to Crystal Palace, leaving.

Tottenham's record signing, Tanguy Ndombele, who cost the club £63million, has also ended his time at Spurs after several unsuccessful loan spells. The French midfielder joined in 2019 but was loaned out to Lyon, Napoli, and Galatasaray after failing to make an impact on the first team.

He is reportedly set to join OGC Nice on a free transfer. Meanwhile, young defender Charlie Sayers, scholar Billy Heaps, and U18 squad members Kieran Morgan and Han Willhoft-King are the other departures, having failed to break into the first team.

Spurs have made significant changes and are still open to selling others, potentially paving the way for more summer signings as Postecoglou seeks success.

Renowned Springwatch presenter Chris Packham has slammed Tottenham Hotspur chiefs for what he decries as "absolutely bonkers" designs on a section of Whitewebbs Park in Enfield, North London, which may soon morph into training grounds for a women's football academy.

Spurs have eyed up land within the park to mould it into an elite hub for their women's team. In stark contradiction, Packham asserts: "They'll be no football on a dead planet....what we are up against is the bloated monster that is the football Premier League with its unfortunate economic might. This is another case of David versus Goliath."

Boasting habitats for over 80 bird species plus an array of wildlife including bats, great crested newts, badgers, and butterflies, the park has become a contentious battleground. After local resident Sean Wilkinson took Spurs to court in an attempt to halt their plans and lost, he is now frantically mustering £20,000 to fund an appeal.

Packham throws his weight behind this effort, scathingly commenting, "What's the score at the moment? Tottenham: 1, Planet; Nil. That's it isn't it."

He doesn't stop there, questioning the necessity of such a development by saying, "If they've done without the astro turf and pitches up until this point then why do they need it there now? We are going to lose so much valuable space for what are essentially football pitches. We are losing that acid rich grassland to a small group of people behind fences who kick a ball around. It's absolutely nonsensical.", reports the Mirror.

He lamented the current climate crisis gripping the globe, emphasising the importance of preserving urban greenery for mental well-being.

Chris remarked: "This is at a time where we are conscious of the fact we need to protect every last square of greenery, particularly in cities where it has multiple values. It's not just about nature conservation, it's about people's mental health and access to nature for people who are living in a crowded urban environment. It's absolutely bonkers and Spurs are totally disconnected from reality."

Chris also highlighted the massive turnout for his recent London march, Restore Nature Now, which saw over 100,000 supporters rallying for the cause.

He asserted: "Frankly, nature needs to come first. If they need new pitches, put them somewhere where it doesn't matter. Whitewebbs Park matters. So, you can't have it. That's the point we should be at. The reality is that we can't afford to lose anymore green spaces in our cities, they keep the cities cool. You only need a map to look at the world, to see that many parts of it are cooking."