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Tottenham Hotspur are worried that Heung-min Son will struggle to rediscover his best form and it could result in him being dropped from boss Ange Postecoglou's preferred starting line-up when he has a full squad to select from at Hotspur Way, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs secured fresh attacking impetus in the final hours of the winter transfer window when an initial loan deal was tied up for Mathys Tel, with the north Londoners having an option to make the move from Bayern Munich permanent for £45million in the summer, and they edged towards the top half of the Premier League by beating Manchester United last weekend.

Antonin Kinsky and Kevin Danso also arrived at Tottenham midway through the campaign, with Postecoglou having an obligation to buy the latter for £20.9million after reaching an agreement with Ligue 1 outfit Lens, but Son's performances in recent weeks have alerted influential figures.

Spurs Having Doubts Over Future Role of Son

Captain's lack of goals leading to worries behind the scenes

Tottenham are increasingly concerned after Son has become less of a feared presence in the final third of the pitch, according to GMS sources, and his performances while the north Londoners have been forced to contend with an injury crisis have led to question marks over whether he will remain one of the first names on the team sheet heading into next season.

Spurs eliminated the possibility of their captain walking away as a free agent in the summer by triggering a 12-month extension option written into his contract in January, but he has struggled to find the back of the net when Postecoglou has needed him to step up to the plate while the likes of Dominic Solanke have remained out of action.

GMS sources have been informed that Son may struggle to hold onto a place in Tottenham's preferred starting line-up when all of their attacking options have returned from injury and are back up to speed, leading to there being growing concerns over his future role with the north Londoners as they put plans in place for next season.

The winger is Spurs' highest-earner, thanks to being on a deal which allows him to pocket £190,000-per-week, resulting in chairman Daniel Levy and other influential figures behind the scenes expecting more from him when Postecoglou has been seeking help while dealing with a threadbare squad.

Brennan Johnson and Wilson Odobert will provide Tottenham with additional wide options after making a full recovery from their respective injuries and coming on as substitutes in the win over Manchester United last weekend, and GMS sources have learned that Son is reaching a point where he will no longer be considered an automatic starter.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Heung-min Son lost possession on 13 occasions during Tottenham Hotspur's win over Manchester United last weekend

Tel Could be Long-Term Replacement for Son

North Londoners have option to make initial loan move permanent

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham are increasingly optimistic about being able to convince Tel to snub potential offers from other suitors and remain on board beyond the remainder of the season if they choose to take advantage of their option to make his move permanent, while he could prove to be a long-term replacement for Son.

The South Korea international has become a fan favourite at Spurs since his £22million switch from Bayer Leverkusen in August 2015, but it is increasingly likely that he has reached the final stages of his career with the north Londoners and that has resulted in plans being put in place to prepare for his eventual exit.

Tel could make the left-sided attacker position his own when first-choice frontman Solanke returns to contention for a starting berth, GMS sources understand, which would leave Son having to settle for a place on the bench or contemplate embarking on a fresh challenge as he edges towards being on the club's books for a decade.

The 32-year-old is in danger of facing even more competition if Postecoglou opts to dip into the transfer market during the summer, and GMS sources recently revealed that Spurs could have an opportunity sign Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic due to additional interested parties having doubts over whether to splash the cash on him.

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Tottenham Hotspur have been given a significant boost ahead of potentially tying up a permanent deal for Mathys Tel as the Bayern Munich loanee is enjoying life at Hotspur Way and giving indications that he is interested in staying on board beyond the remainder of the season, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou made late additions to his squad ahead of the winter transfer window slamming shut earlier this month, with Kevin Danso also joining on an initial temporary basis from Ligue 1 outfit Lens after including an obligation to buy him for £20.9million at the end of the season.

The recruitment of the central defender and Tel came after Tottenham also bolstered their options in the goalkeeping department, thanks to Antonin Kinsky sealing a £12.5million move from Slavia Prague, but plans have already been put in place to conduct further business in the coming months.

Spurs Optimistic Over Wrapping Up Tel Swoop

North Londoners have option to buy France under-21 international

Tottenham are increasingly confident of being able to wrap up the permanent signing of Tel in the summer, according to GMS sources, as he is embracing the challenges the north Londoners are facing after deciding to swap a Bundesliga title chase for a side in the bottom half of the Premier League.

Spurs will have the opportunity to take advantage of a £45million option to keep the 19-year-old forward at the end of the campaign, having convinced him to make the deadline day loan move from Bayern Munich, and Postecoglou is pleased with the impact he has already made in his new surroundings.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham are growing in optimism over their chances of holding onto Tel, who marked his full debut with a goal in the FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa and maintained his place in the starting line-up for the narrow victory over Manchester United last weekend.

The France under-21 international has been in encouraging form during the early stages of his career in north London, which has led to being described as 'quality' by pundit Micah Richards, and Postecoglou is already eager to make sure he is among his options heading into the 2025/26 campaign.

Tel is loving life in the capital and enjoying the culture he has found himself in, GMS sources have learned, resulting in Tottenham feeling they will be able to persuade him to commit his long-term future to the Premier League side if they can keep him in his current frame of mind for the rest of the season.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Mathys Tel registered seven shots and made one key pass during Tottenham Hotspur's win over Manchester United last weekend

Son's Dip in Form Leads to Growing Concerns

Captain has struggled to reproduce best performances

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham are particularly keen to hold onto Tel as there are growing concerns over captain Heung-min Son's lack of form, while there are question marks over whether he would remain among the first names on the team sheet if his performances do not improve and Postecoglou has a full squad to select from.

Although the capital club triggered an option to extend the South Korean's contract by 12 months in January, ending the possibility of him becoming a free agent when his £190,000-per-week deal was due to expire in the summer, he has struggled to reproduce his best displays and was substituted in the closing stages of the win over Manchester United.

Tottenham are aware that Tel is on course to receive offers from Premier League rivals and across Europe after Bayern Munich have made it clear that they are prepared to part ways, GMS sources understand, but they are keen to persuade him to snub other suitors as there is confidence he improves their attack.

Spurs are desperate to ensure they have more of a cutting edge heading into next term, with GMS sources recently revealing they could win the race for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic due to other admirers having doubts over whether to splash the cash, and they want to make the loan switch permanent.

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Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a summer move for Roma defender Gianluca Mancini and are prepared to spend €18m (£15m) to secure his arrival, according to reports in Italy.

The Lilywhites reportedly ‘really like’ the 28-year-old, who has been a key player for Roma since joining in 2020 and remains under contract until June 2027.

According to RomaForever, Spurs are willing to explore a deal for Mancini as early as June and could offer him a salary of around €3m (£2.49m) per season to tempt him to North London.

It remains to be seen whether Mancini would be keen on a move, given he could face increased competition for regular Premier League minutes, with Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Kevin Danso and Radu Dragusin already among Spurs' centre-back options.

Tottenham Eyeing Gianluca Mancini

For the summer transfer window

Tottenham have endured a nightmare injury crisis this season and have been without much of their first-choice backline, with Romero, Van de Ven and Dragusin all sidelined at the moment.

The Lilywhites bolstered their centre-back options with Danso’s arrival in January, but are still thought to be in the market for further reinforcements after the season.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Mancini has made 31 appearances for Roma across all competitions this season, scoring two goals and providing two assists.

Aside from Mancini, described as 'magical' by Chiesa Di Totti and hailed for 'redefining the sport', Spurs could also explore a move for a Premier League-proven defender and have maintained their interest in Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi.

According to journalist David Ornstein, the Lilywhites could return for the ex-Chelsea starlet in the summer after seeing their initial £70m bid rejected in the January transfer window.

Tottenham have climbed to 12th in the Premier League following their win against Manchester United at the weekend and will next face Ipswich Town away on Saturday.

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Presenter Richard Keys claimed that a deal has been completed for a takeover of Tottenham Hotspur, although the former Sky Sports man failed to provide any further details on who it could be.

Daniel Levy has been at Tottenham for over two decades now, overseeing a state-of-the-art new stadium and a modern training facility. Unfortunately, results on the pitch haven't been as he may have hoped, with the north London outfit struggling when it comes to winning trophies.

Spurs have secured only one major trophy - the 2008 League Cup - leading to growing frustrations among supporters. Protests have become more frequent, with supporters chanting "We want Levy out" and displaying banners highlighting the club's lack of silverware under his leadership.

Richard Keys: Deal is Done for Tottenham Takeover

The presenter has made a big claim

Writing in his blog, Keys has suggested that a deal is done for a takeover of Tottenham. The presenter wasn't sure whether to believe the claims he's been told, but he does think discussions are taking place. Keys also adds that an owner of a top-four club is ready to sell, which could be a better proposition for a buyer.

"Oh - you’ll be interested to hear that I was in the company of someone this weekend that reckons a deal to buy Spurs is done. I don’t think it is, but I’m pretty sure conversations have been taking place.

If so, I’d say this to Daniel Levy. Don’t play hard ball Daniel - you might regret it. I’m also hearing the owners of one of the top four clubs could be ready to sell. They’re arguably a better proposition for a buyer and would tempt a bid before Spurs."

The unrest among the fan base has been further fueled by reports of a potential takeover. A consortium of Qatari investors has shown interest in acquiring the club, aiming for complete control. Their proposal reportedly includes offering Levy a long-term contract as executive chairman, a move that has been met with scepticism from supporters who hold him accountable for the club's prolonged trophy drought.

On the pitch, Tottenham's struggles have been evident throughout the current season. Manager Ange Postecoglou has been under increasing pressure, but a victory over Manchester United at the weekend is likely to have bought him some more time.

Tottenham Hotspur are among a host of Premier League clubs eyeing a summer move for Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, according to Sport.

Spurs, along with Arsenal and Chelsea, are reportedly leading the race to sign the 20-year-old after the season, while Barcelona are also monitoring his situation.

Dortmund are said to be seeking a fee of around €80m (£66m) for Gittens in the summer and are hoping to make a significant profit on the England U21 international.

The London-born winger, who joined Dortmund’s academy from Manchester City in 2020, is under contract until June 2028.

Tottenham Eyeing Jamie Gittens Deal

Among Premier League clubs keen

According to Sport, ‘everything points’ to Gittens leaving Dortmund this summer, with Premier League clubs closely tracking his progress in Germany.

Tottenham are understood to be among three clubs in ‘pole position’ to land the promising forward, who has been a key player for Dortmund this season.

The 20-year-old, who Sky Sports pundit Sam Tighe told GIVEMESPORT is an 'exceptional dribbler', has scored 11 goals and provided five assists in 33 appearances across all competitions, including five goal involvements in the Champions League.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Gittens ranks second among Dortmund players in goal contributions (16) this season, trailing only Serhou Guirassy (25).

Tottenham may turn to Gittens if they opt against activating their option to buy Mathys Tel at the end of the season – the Lilywhites have a €60m (£50m) clause in their loan agreement with Bayern.

Tel could also reject a permanent move to North London and return to Germany, where he remains under contract with Bayern until June 2029.

The Lilywhites have climbed to 12th in the Premier League following their 1-0 win against Manchester United on Sunday and will next travel to Ipswich Town at the weekend.

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Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a significant boost ahead of potentially attempting to win the race for the signing of Dusan Vlahovic as Hotspur Way has become the Juventus star's most likely destination if he heads to the Premier League during the summer, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs bolstered their attacking options in the final hours of the winter transfer window as Mathys Tel completed an initial loan switch which includes a £45million option to make the move from Bayern Munich permanent, but boss Ange Postecoglou is already going in search of potential additions ahead of being able to do further business.

Antonin Kinsky and Kevin Danso were also acquired midway through the campaign, with the latter's temporary arrival from Lens involving a £20.9million obligation to buy, but Tottenham technical director Johan Lange is preparing to play a key role in another recruitment drive in the coming months.

Spurs Handed Major Boost in Vlahovic Chase

Additional suitors having doubts over whether to make move

Tottenham has been identified as a potential landing spot for Vlahovic after his future at Juventus has been shrouded in uncertainty, according to GMS sources, and the north Londoners may profit from a host of domestic counterparts having doubts over whether to offer a route to the Premier League.

The striker's current employers are increasingly open to sanctioning his departure ahead of next season as discussions over a new contract have reached a standstill, resulting in his price tag dropping to in the region of £50million, while he has been an unused substitute in each of the Bianconeri's last two Serie A fixtures.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham are the frontrunners to lure Vlahovic to England as Chelsea and Arsenal are unsure that he is an ideal signing ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, while Manchester United are focusing on alternative targets despite him scoring 13 goals in all competitions this season.

The 25-year-old, whose two goals in a Champions League win over RB Leipzig were described as 'stunning' by former Juventus frontman Paolo Di Canio earlier this term, has fallen behind winter arrival Randal Kolo Muani in the pecking order in his current surroundings and is at risk of being handed limited game time in the coming months.

Vlahovic is keen to complete a move to the Premier League if he leaves the Allianz Stadium, GMS sources have learned, and Tottenham's biggest competition could come from Newcastle as they would be offered the chance to pounce if it becomes clear that Alexander Isak is edging towards the exit door.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Dusan Vlahovic has been averaging a goal every 130 minutes in the Champions League this season

Vlahovic May Have Reservations Over Switch

Marksman would have to take substantial pay cut in north London

GMS sources have been told that Tottenham are still facing stumbling blocks in their pursuit of Vlahovic as there are fears that he would have reservations over battling with the likes of Dominic Solanke for a regular starting berth and taking a significant pay cut in order to facilitate the switch.

Spurs will not be able to come close to offering similar terms to what the Serbia international currently boasts, with him being on a contract which allows him to pocket more than £310,000-per-week, but there is an awareness that he is poised to enter the final 12 months of his agreement and Juventus have been pushing for him to lower his demands.

Although Tottenham are long-term admirers of Vlahovic and have compiled detailed reports on his capabilities since he was on Fiorentina's books, GMS sources understand that he is going to have to make a decision on whether he is prepared to slash his wages by a considerable amount before Postecoglou and Lange can enter negotiations.

Spurs' arch-rivals Arsenal stopped short of making a bid for the marksman in January, GMS senior reporter Fabrizio Romano revealed on our Market Madness podcast, and Juventus will wait to discover whether they have qualified for the Champions League before making further plans for their squad.

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Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane has not ruled out a return to Tottenham Hotspur amid growing uncertainty over his future in Germany, journalist Ben Jacobs has exclusively told GIVEMESPORT.

The England captain was linked with a surprise move back to the Premier League earlier this month and would reportedly entertain a return to North London almost two years after leaving.

Reports in Germany two weeks ago claimed Bayern are considering replacing Kane with a younger striker after the 2024/25 season.

The Bundesliga giants have already held discussions over potential alternatives to the 31-year-old, with Viktor Gyokeres and Benjamin Sesko among possible targets.

Harry Kane Eyeing Tottenham Return

Spurs yet to declare interest in the 31-year-old

Jacobs, speaking to GIVEMESPORT, revealed that it remains unclear whether Spurs would be open to Kane’s return, having spent heavily on a club-record signing of Dominic Solanke last summer:

“I think if Kane returns to the Premier League, there is a willingness to go back to Spurs. That's not been ruled out by the player.

“We have to wait and see if there's an appetite for Tottenham to do that deal, especially with Dominic Solanke.”

Tottenham reportedly hold a first-option agreement on Kane, giving them priority to re-sign him ahead of other clubs if Bayern decide to sell.

There is reportedly no fixed fee in Spurs’ agreement, meaning they would have to trigger his £54m release clause or negotiate a price with the German club.

Kane, praised as 'outstanding' by Joshua Kimmich, is enjoying a prolific second season at Bayern, scoring 29 goals and providing 10 assists in 30 appearances across all competitions.

The 31-year-old is leading the Bundesliga scoring charts and ranks joint-fifth in the Champions League, behind Serhou Guirassy, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and Erling Haaland.

Kane is under contract at Bayern until June 2027 and is reportedly the club’s highest-paid player, earning around £400,000 per week.

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Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi will be on Tottenham Hotspur's shortlist for the summer transfer window, according to Fabrizio Romano, writing in his GIVEMESPORT newsletter.

Guehi's tenure at Crystal Palace has been marked by consistent performances and growing interest from top Premier League clubs. The 24-year-old centre-back, who joined Palace from Chelsea in 2021, has become a regular for both club and country since arriving at Selhurst Park.

Palace chairman Steve Parish previously claimed in the summer that acquiring a player of Guehi's calibre would require "superstar money" when Newcastle United were showing an interest in the defender.

Guehi Has Chance to Leave This Summer

Tottenham will have him on their shortlist

According to Romano in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, there is a chance Guehi will leave Crystal Palace in the summer transfer window. The respected reporter adds that Tottenham will have him on their shortlist, with the England international's contract expiring next year.

"Yes, he will be on Spurs and more clubs' lists for sure. He has a contract until June 2026 and so he has chances to leave this summer."

Tottenham reportedly submitted a bid in the region of £70m during the January transfer window, which Palace promptly rejected. Despite these substantial offers, the club has been resolute in retaining their captain. As the summer window approaches, Crystal Palace face a pivotal decision regarding Guehi's future.

With his contract set to enter its final year in 2026, the club must weigh the benefits of cashing in on a significant transfer fee against the value of retaining their defender. Given the mounting interest from top-tier clubs and the substantial fees being discussed, the upcoming months will be crucial in determining where Guehi will ply his trade next season.

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Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a summer move for Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham and have sent scouts to monitor the 19-year-old closely this season, according to former scout Mick Brown.

Spurs are reportedly among multiple Premier League clubs tracking Bellingham’s performances this term, alongside Crystal Palace, who were linked with him last summer.

Brown claims Sunderland could consider selling Bellingham after the season if they receive a strong offer and fail in their promotion push.

The Black Cats sit fourth in the Championship, seven points behind second-placed Leeds United, whom they face on Monday night.

Tottenham Tracking Jobe Bellingham

Among Premier League clubs keen

According to Brown, at least two Premier League clubs are in the race for Bellingham after the season, with Sunderland anticipating ‘a huge bid’ for their 19-year-old talent in the coming months:

“I think Sunderland would let him go if they got a good price for him. Especially if they don’t get promoted this season, they’re going to listen to offers.

“Crystal Palace and Tottenham have had scouts watching him this season so they’ll be two of the teams in the running if he is going to leave.

“So it’ll be up to them to assess whether he’s ready to make that jump.

“From a Sunderland point of view, knowing the way the owners want to operate, I think if they get a huge bid for him then they’ll let him go.“

Bellingham has been a key player for Sunderland in his second season with the first team, making 28 Championship appearances and scoring seven goals.

The 19-year-old, praised as ‘unreal’, is reportedly open to leaving the Black Cats this summer amid growing Premier League interest.

Tottenham had a busy January transfer window and expect further movement in the summer, with their interest in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi still active.

The Lilywhites are reportedly set to return with another bid for the England international after the season, having seen a £70m offer rejected last month.

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Tottenham Hotspur's injury woes looked to have subsided ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash against Manchester United, having welcomed their sidelined stars back into the fold in north London - but they may not be able to count themselves lucky so soon, with Rodrigo Bentancur being pictured with an ice pack on his knee.

Guglielmo Vicario and James Maddison re-entered the starting XI, which proved to be a stroke of genius as Vicario kept a clean sheet and Maddison scored the game's only goal in a 1-0 win - whilst Destiny Udogie, Brennan Johnson and Wilson Odobert were also fit enough to make the bench against Ruben Amorim's side, with the latter duo entering the fray in the second half.

Report: Bentancur 'Pictured' With Ice Pack on Knee

The midfielder was hauled off with 10 minutes left against Man Utd

But despite the quintet returning to action, there was a further woe for Postecoglou in his midfield. Although Pape Matar Sarr, Yves Bissouma and Archie Gray were all introduced in the centre of the park, Bentancur's injury does deplete his ranks in the engine room.

And a report on the BBC's coverage of the crunch clash stated that there was concern over Bentancur. It read:

"However, there is concern as Spurs midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is pictured with ice on his left knee."

Bentancur has been in and out of the side plenty this season, suffering a head injury in the opening game of the season, a six-game ban for alleged racist remarks, and a three-game hiatus at the turn of the year thanks to his yellow card suspension tally and concussions.

He has, however, featured in their previous two games of the Premier League season. Recording wins against Brentford and Manchester United - in which Tottenham have won back-to-back top-flight games for the first time since they beat the same two opponents at the end of September - it's seen Bentancur act as a vital part of Postecoglou's team.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Bentancur won three consecutive Serie A titles whilst at Juventus.

Aged just 27, Bentancur already has over 200 appearances combined in the Serie A and Premier League, alongside 37 Champions League appearances and 67 Uruguay caps - and so his experience in a young midfield is crucial to grinding out results, which are needed if Tottenham are to find their way into the top half of the table.

Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 16-02-25.