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Tottenham are reportedly eyeing a January transfer for West Brom forward, Josh Maja, but could face competition from London rivals, Chelsea, for the £15 million valued man, per Fichajes.

Maja has been one of the most prolific players in the EFL Championship this term with 12 goals, ranking second in the race for the division's Golden Boot. Having netted more than a quarter of his team's goals this season, his role has been vital in pushing West Brom into the race for a play-offs sport. As such, the Baggies are thought to be reluctant to a sale unless specific conditions are met.

Spurs Register Interest in West Brom Star Maja

The 26-year-old has experience in the Premier League

According to the report from Fichajes, Tottenham are in the market for reinforcements to their attacking options, with key names including Richarlison and Wilson Odobert currently on the treatment table. The North Londoners wouldn't need to fork too much out of their transfer budget to land Maja either, with West Brom reportedly willing to discuss around a rather affordable £15 million mark.

Spurs' key worry in their pursuit could well be Chelsea, however. The Blues have been scouring the striker market since last summer, and they may look to hijack any approach from Spurs to support their ambitions of securing a place in the Champions League for next season.

Maja, previously described as "exceptional", has had experience in the Premier League, dating back to the second half of the 2020/21 season where he featured on loan for Fulham in their battle against relegation. He only managed three goals in 15 outings during that spell, though he has certainly developed as a player and could be better prepared for his next stint in the English top-flight.

Meanwhile, Tottenham are also pursuing a deal for Paris Saint-Germain ace, Randal Kolo-Muani to bolster in the forwards department. However, negotiations have stalled with Spurs unwilling to include an obligation-to-buy clause in their loan offer, as revealed exclusively by GIVEMESPORT, and Manchester United and Juventus continue to lurk in the race for the Frenchman as well.

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Tottenham Hotspur failed to beat National League side Tamworth in normal time on Sunday afternoon, in what could have been one of the all-time greatest shocks in FA Cup history had The Lambs beaten Ange Postecoglou's men - but despite a 3-0 win after extra time in the West Midlands, there is one star that the Aussie will regret signing after a poor performance.

Postecoglou went with a strong team, with first-team options Pedro Porro, James Maddison, Yves Bissouma, Pape Matar Sarr and Brennan Johnson all starting against the fifth-tier outfit, and minutes were given to fringe stars in the form of Sergio Reguilon, Mikey Moore and Radu Dragusin with a defensive crisis making it Spurs' strongest defence.

Timo Werner Massively Failed Against Tamworth

The German didn't take his chance in the FA Cup third round

However, Timo Werner started up front, and having endured a poor season for the Lilywhites, the chance to get back into form against a non-league side was a huge chance for the German.

It's safe to say that the £165,000-per-week former Chelsea man didn't take that chance. Being anonymous in the first half, Werner didn't create much and not only was his passing astray and his touches off the boil, but he was being firmly outplayed by the Tamworth defence.

That continued into the second half. The pacy attacker was limited to pot shots and didn't quite get into the groove of the game, but he had a golden chance to open the scoring as he went one-on-one with goalkeeper Jasbir Singh; however, the stopper thwarted Werner and the game remained 0-0, in which Tottenham could easily have got their noses in front. It remained that way until the final whistle, and with Tottenham in real danger of the game going to penalties, Postecoglou unleashed Son Heung-min at Werner's expense.

Sofascore gave the German just a 6.2 rating, with four shots and two big chances failing to result in a goal, whilst just one successful dribble from six attempts meant that Werner didn't really trouble the Tamworth defence. No accurate crosses and just one duel won from another 6, alongside losing possession 14 times, meant that it was an awful day at the office for the RB Leipzig loanee and Ange may have to turn to other options.

Tottenham Should Go All Out For Randal Kolo Muani

The striker remains on their radar despite a slow season of his own

Randal Kolo Muani has been linked throughout the January transfer window, and his signing could move Tottenham back into European contention with there being no like-for-like replacement for Dominic Solanke. Kolo Muani has struggled for Paris Saint-Germain this season, and minutes are needed elsewhere, though Tottenham aren't the only ones in for his signature, with Manchester United also having been linked, with a price tag of £55million.

It's clear that despite Tottenham not being shy of goals in the Premier League, having Werner in their ranks has become somewhat of a burden in the long-run and when he didn't perform against non-league opposition in a rare start, that is a telling sign that a replacement needs signing in the short window this winter.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Timo Werner has scored just one goal in 26 outings this season.

Whether Postecoglou opts for a new man remains to be seen, but Kolo Muani would at least offer a breath of fresh air into their attacking ranks if Tottenham are to secure European football. The club currently sit a minimum of nine points from securing continental fixtures next season in the table, unless they win either domestic cup competition.

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Tottenham Hotspur are being forced to play a waiting game for Randal Kolo Muani as they are refusing to include an obligation to buy in their loan offer for the Paris Saint-Germain forward, while Manchester United and Juventus are also interested in the striker, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.

Spurs will be hoping to bring in some new additions during the January transfer window to help save their season as they currently sit in 12th place in the Premier League table. The north London club acted fast to bring in young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, but they will likely be in the market for more signings further up the pitch.

Kolo Muani is a clear target for Tottenham, but they face competition to secure his signature. If they want to bring him to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, they might need to bite the bullet and up their offer for the striker.

Tottenham Must Include Obligation to Buy

Kolo Muani is happy to consider Tottenham

GIVEMESPORT sources have confirmed that Tottenham are so far refusing to include an obligation to buy in their loan offer to sign PSG attacker Kolo Muani. Spurs acted quickly to try and get ahead in the race for his signature, hoping the French international would pick them over Juventus or Manchester United.

Kolo Muani is happy to consider a move to Tottenham, but he's insisting on hearing from all interested parties before making a decision. PSG don't have a preferred destination for him, according to sources, because the only loan offers include an option to buy. PSG want an obligation of around £50m.

Juventus have a loan with an option on the table and they are growing in confidence that Kolo Muani is going to pick them over a move to England. It's understood that if Spurs were to include an obligation to buy, then would be in pole position to secure his signature. Spurs are toying with the idea of a new proposal that includes incentives that might become more tempting for PSG.

There is still a hesitancy from Tottenham to do so, and fans are starting to become frustrated with Daniel Levy for allowing this to drag on.

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Man Utd in the Picture for Kolo Muani

Tottenham could agree to obligation to buy

Manchester United remain in the picture for the signing of Kolo Muani, but they haven't been as active as Tottenham in the race so far, according to GMS sources. It's understood that Levy could change his mind and agree to an obligation of sorts, but Spurs have already started to think of backup plans in case this move doesn't go their way.

Kolo Muani has already told Juventus that he would be happy to join them, and this information has reached Tottenham, which has increased the pressure on them to try and bring him to north London.

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Tottenham's hopes of signing PSG forward Randal Kolo Muani have been dealt a blow as Florian Plettenberg has revealed on X, that Manchester United have pushed ahead in the race to sign him.

Spurs have won just once in their last eight league games, which has seen them slip to 12th in the Premier League. This poor run of form has coincided with an injury crisis, which has seen three of their first choice back four ruled out, among many others.

With so many players currently on the sidelines, Spurs are looking to be active in the transfer market, and are eyeing moves for Davide Frattesi, Milan Skriniar, but their attempts to bring in Kolo Muani have taken a hit.

Spurs Fall Behind in Kolo Muani Race

Ange Postecoglou's side are desperate for reinforcements

It has been revealed that Man United now lead the race for the French striker, who are determined to bring him to Old Trafford. The Red Devils are set to hold direct talks with PSG, as Ruben Amorim looks to improve his own squad.

Tottenham had been chasing a move for the 26-year-old, after the France international had fallen out of favour at PSG. GIVEMESPORT sources were informed that talks had been held over a potential deal with the hope of completing a deal before the end of the week, but that may now be out of the question.The former Eintracht Frankfurt attacker has made just 10 league appearances this season, and hasn't been in the PSG squad for their last two games, so a move away from the Parc des Princes seems inevitable.

Spurs were one of a number of teams chasing his signature, but Man United appear closest to completing a deal. The Red Devils are considering a loan deal, ideally with an option to buy, for a player who scored 15 goals and provided 14 assists during the 2022/23 season. Talks with the forward's management have taken place, and there is a very real possibility he is at Old Trafford in the very near future.

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Tottenham Eyeing Deal for ‘Explosive’ Striker Alongside Kolo Muani

Tottenham Hotspur are in the market for a new striker and that could come in the former of a top Premier League youngster

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing an offer for Davide Frattesi but aren't the only club interested in the Inter Milan midfielder, as per Italian outlet tvplay.it

Frattesi has lost prominence this season following Piotr Zielinski's arrival last summer. He's started four of 14 Serie A games, managing three goals and one assist. The 25-year-old could be on the move this month.

Several clubs are eyeing the 25-cap Italy international, with three years left on his contract. He's been with Inter since the summer of 2023, when he initially arrived on loan from Sassuolo before the Nerazzurri paid a reported €27 million (£22.7 million) last July.

Napoli and AS Roma are keen on Frattesi, but Tottenham are poised to make a move for the midfielder to give Ange Postecoglou more options in the middle of the park. His Spurs side stumbled during the winter period, falling to 12th in the Premier League table.

Tottenham Set To Move for Frattesi

Spurs are seemingly favourites to sign the Italian

Tottenham are reportedly willing to offer €32 million (£26.8 million) for Frattesi, which puts them at the front of the queue. Roma are unable to afford a deal in this region, and they prefer a loan with an obligation to buy.

Napoli are also admirers of Frattesi but are only prepared to swoop using money made from a potential Khvicha Kvaratskhelia sale. Paris Saint-Germain are pursuing the Georgian winger, but Manchester United are reportedly considering a swap deal involving Marcus Rashford.

A potential move comes the same week Uruguayan midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur suffered a concussion after collapsing in Spurs' 1-0 win against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup. Postecoglou has confirmed the former Juventus man will be out for a 'couple of weeks'.

There are question marks over Yves Bissouma's future with the Lilywhites amid inconsistent form this season. The North London giants are reportedly prepared to sell the Malian midfielder this month if a suitable offer arrives.

Fratessi, once dubbed 'world-class', could give Postecoglou valuable versatility in midfield, as he can operate in an attacking midfield role. He's a box-to-box midfielder whose energy could give Spurs a lift. He was a regular for Inter as they lifted the Serie A title last season.

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Tottenham Hotspur have entered talks to sign PSG centre-back Milan Skriniar after making an enquiry over a loan deal, according to L'Equipe.

The former Inter Milan defender has fallen out of favour in Paris, and he could be offered a way out by Ange Postecoglou's side as they look to secure European football and a first major trophy since 2008.

Luis Enrique has preferred to use Marquinhos, Willian Pacho and Lucas Beraldo this campaign, with Skriniar making just five league appearances so far.

There has been plenty of interest in the defender, who was once one of the best in the world, as Galatasaray and Aston Villa have both been tipped to make a move. PSG are keen for any loan transfer to include an option to buy as they look to move on a player on big wages.

Why Tottenham Want Skriniar

They have been suffering from a serious injury crisis

After forming a formidable partnership last season, Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero have been unable to replicate their performances due to numerous injuries. Both are currently out, leaving Spurs are left with just one senior centre-back available.

With Archie Gray partnering Radu Dragusin at present, Tottenham are very light in defence, which isn't helped by Ben Davies also being on the sidelines. Going into the season with just three true centre backs at the club was a risk, and it is coming back to hurt Spurs at the moment.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Van de Ven and Romero have only made 21 Premier League appearances between them this season.

Due to their injury crisis, which also sees left-back Destiny Udogie out, Spurs are in desperate need of reinforcements, and a loan move for Skriniar would be perfect. He could come straight into the side, and allow Archie Gray the chance to play in a more familiar position, whilst also providing great competition to Romero and van de Ven once they return.

With a Carabao Cup final in their sights, after a 1-0 win over Liverpool in the first leg, Tottenham will need to give everything to finally win a trophy again. Plus, with the FA Cup about to start again, the Tottenham squad is set to be stretched even more, and their need for a deeper squad will become even more apparent.

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Tottenham Hotspur are making progress in their pursuit of signing Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani on loan and hope to finalise a deal by the end of the week, GIVEMESPORT sources have been informed.

The Lilywhites are looking to bolster their squad in the January transfer window to help Ange Postecoglou's charge for a top four finish and potential trophy, and the attacking areas of the pitch have been identified as an area that needs strengthening.

Spurs have been in talks with the French champions this week over a potential loan deal for the France international, but are aware of the threat of a hijack from rivals such as Juventus and Manchester United for his signature.

Sources: PSG Want Loan With Obligation to Buy

Spurs want option rather than obligation

The two clubs were locked in talks on Thursday about a potential loan-to-buy deal for the 25-year-old former Frankfurt star, who has been sidelined by manager Luis Enrique despite joining in a deal worth in excess of £76m in 2023.

GIVEMESPORT sources have been informed that talks between PSG and Spurs were ongoing over the structure of the deal. PSG have been pushing for an obligation to buy at the end of the loan, while Spurs prefer an option to buy, leaving room for flexibility based on Muani’s performance.

Despite the preference for a short-term commitment, Tottenham are serious about the possibility of keeping the 25-year-old beyond the end of the season.

Currently rival interest from the likes of Juventus and Man Utd is playing in their favour as they are also not currently interested in committing to a deal that includes an obligation to buy at the end of the season.

Sources: Talks Over Personal Terms Progressing

Kolo Muani has been promised significant playing time

GIVEMESPORT sources are also informed that talks between Tottenham and Kolo Muani over personal terms have progressed smoothly, and the player has been assured of significant playing time with a well-defined role within the current system. It's believed that could help to sway his decision in favour of a move to north London.

Spurs are hopeful that a deal can be concluded swiftly to bolster their attacking depth for the second half of the season. Richarlison and Wilson Odobert have missed large chunks of the season through injury and are currently still sidelined, while Mikey Moore has also missed recent fixtures through illness.

Loanee Timo Werner was criticised by Ange Postecoglou for his poor performances last month, and a move for Kolo Muani is likely to satisfy the Australian's wish for more depth to be added to the squad before the end of the transfer window.

Spurs have already completed the signing of Antonin Kinsky from Slavia Prague to provide more cover and competition for Giuglielmo Vicario in goal, while Postecoglou has also been promised a new centre-back will arrive this month.

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Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move for Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani as they bid to add some more depth to their very thin squad, according to journalist Alasdair Gold.

Writing in his Football London article, Gold says that Ange Postecoglou is keen on bringing the French forward to north London and that discussions have taken place over a loan deal with an option to buy.

Kolo Muani's Versatility is Attractive

The Frenchman can play anywhere across the front three

Muani's ability to play anywhere across the front line is a key point of interest. With Timo Werner struggling to contribute, Heung-Min Son appearing to be a shadow of his former self, and Wilson Odobert and Richarlison on the sidelines, it is no surprise they are in for an attacking option, and Kolo Muani could be that man.

The French attacker would certainly get a lot of game time at Tottenham, as they look to improve their squad whilst they hunt for their first piece of silverware since 2008, and bid for European qualification. With Dominic Solanke rarely getting a rest, the signing of Kolo Muani could be pivotal.

A very creative player who also knows where the back of the net is, it makes a lot of sense for Postecoglou to bring him to the club. The Australian said he would be getting a new attacker in the "very near future", following Wednesday's first-leg Carabao Cup victory over Liverpool, which indicates this is a move to keep an eye on.

Kolo Muani's Struggles This Season

He has hardly featured recently

After joining PSG for a fee of over £75 million in 2023, expectations were high for Randal Kolo Muani. The French forward had just had a stellar season with Eintracht Frankfurt, where he scored 15 times and registered 14 assists in 29 Bundesliga appearances.

However, this season, he has made just 10 appearances, only three since the middle of October, and has scored just twice. After being a key part of the French national team, and a highly sought-after forward, he now appears to be a backup in Paris, so a move seems essential.

There are a lot of potential options for Kolo Muani, in England and across Europe, but it appears Spurs could be the move for him to get his career back on track.

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Tottenham Hotspur could conduct a move for Real Betis star Johnny Cardoso after a strong season in La Liga - with Dean Jones revealing in his GIVEMESPORT column that the north London club have 'serious interest' in securing his signature, alongside there being a 'big chance' that the 23-year-old could leave in the winter transfer window.

Ange Postecoglou's men have suffered in the Premier League this season, currently sitting 12th after a string of poor results thanks to injury issues. One shining light is that they lead Liverpool on aggregate in the League Cup semi-finals, but that has merely papered over the cracks - and the 'extraordinary' Cardoso could be in their sights ahead of a quick-fire transfer.

Sources: Tottenham 'Seriously Interested' in Johnny Cardoso Deal

The midfielder could be on the move with many interested in his signature

Jones has revealed to GIVEMESPORT that there is a big chance for Cardoso to leave Betis this month, and Tottenham have 'serious interest' in his services. Other Spanish clubs and fellow Premier League outfits are also in the hat, but Postecoglou's side are in dire need of numbers. Cardoso would bolster their ranks, which have been massively depleted thanks to injury woes - and that alone could prompt a move for the midfielder in the window.

The USA-born midfielder only joined Betis last January from Brazilian outfit Internacional, but he has impressed immediately in La Liga and that has seen the north London side take up an interest. As part of the deal loaning Giovani Lo Celso out to the Andalusian side this summer, Tottenham also negotiated a clause where they could sign Cardoso for £25.5million if they choose to trigger it - and with the Lilywhites being seriously interested, that could see him on the move this winter.

Cardoso has made 39 appearances since joining, and is the main backup to Bournemouth star Tyler Adams when it comes to the USA National Team's midfield. At the age of just 23, Cardoso has a lot of growing to do still, but over 200 senior appearances in football - including 18 caps for the USMNT - shows that he's got the experience and the obvious talent to shine in the Premier League, should such a move be made.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Johnny Cardoso was born in USA, but move to Brazil at the age of just three months old.

The World Cup, which will be held in the USA, Canada and Mexico, is just 18 months away - and if Cardoso can move to Tottenham either in winter or summer, a strong season would see him make the trip over to his homeland and strut his stuff on the global stage.

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Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou could make a surprise move for young Brighton and Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson in the January transfer window, according to reports - with the talented Seagulls striker having suffered a lack of game time in the Premier League this season.

There is no doubting Ferguson's potential, and any player who has only just turned 20 years of age having 13 Premier League goals to his name is quite the feat. But there is little to suggest that his lack of game time will improve on the south coast and, as a result, Ferguson may need to leave for the good of his career, which Tottenham gaffer Postecoglou could look to facilitate.

Report: Tottenham 'Monitoring' Evan Ferguson Transfer

The Irishman is on their list of potential strikers to bring to north London

The report from TEAMtalk states that Tottenham are monitoring Ferguson ahead of a potential move, with the Irishman potentially set to leave Brighton this month. Sources state that, although he is not their top target, he is one to watch in the January transfer window - especially if a loan deal for Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani does not come to fruition.

Ferguson was billed as one of the Premier League's best young strikers when he burst onto the scene at Brighton under Roberto De Zerbi, scoring 15 goals in his first two top-flight seasons as a teenager - being called 'explosive' by Chris Sutton. However, Fabian Hurzeler does not favour the star, instead preferring Joao Pedro, Danny Welbeck and Georginio Rutter as his attacking contingent which has seen Ferguson start just twice in the top-flight this term.

The young Irish international was even billed as an alternative for Manchester United after they missed out on a move for former Tottenham striker Harry Kane last summer - and so the similarities are there in terms of playing style and stature if Postecoglou does want to make a move for the youngster in the winter window.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Evan Ferguson has four goals in 18 caps for Republic of Ireland.

Various reports have stated that Brighton would be open to a loan move in a bid to increase Ferguson's playing time, but with Dominic Solanke in fine form in north London, Ferguson's playing time would potentially be limited if he was to make the move to the capital.

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