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Tottenham are keen to sign a new forward as they have identified ‘their next big transfer’.

Spurs decided against replacing Harry Kane last season, after his Bayern departure.

Further signings will depend on player sales, with Sergio Reguilon and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg expected to depart.

Tottenham are keen to sign a new forward as they have identified ‘their next big transfer’ after midfielder Archie Gray’s arrival, according to the BBC.

Spurs are looking to bolster their attacking options ahead of next season after deciding against replacing Harry Kane last year.

The north Londoners have enjoyed a promising first season under Ange Postecoglou, despite many predicting Tottenham would struggle without Kane, who departed to Bayern Munich in search of silverware.

Relying on Son Heung-min and Richarlison’s goals last season, Spurs have now identified that signing a world-class forward could get them over the line in the race for the top four.

Aston Villa, who finished in fourth, just above Tottenham, were not shy of goals last season, with their star striker Ollie Watkins netting 19 and ensuring Villa edged Spurs in the race for Champions League football.

With Son more dangerous playing from the left and Richarlison being heavily linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League, Tottenham are now forced to target reinforcements in attack ahead of Postecoglou’s second season in charge.

After confirming Gray’s signing from Leeds United, Spurs are now shifting their focus up front, with several names linked for a summer move, including Lille’s Jonathan David.

Spurs Keen on Striker Signing

Further incomings will depend on sales

In search of a new forward, Tottenham’s further incomings will depend on player sales, according to the BBC.

Spurs have already seen six players leave this summer, freeing up the wage bill for new signings, as Joe Rodon, Japhet Tanganga, Eric Dier, Tanguy Ndombele, Ryan Sessegnon, and Ivan Perisic all departed.

The BBC suggests full-back Sergio Reguilon and midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg are also expected to leave after struggling to impress Postecoglou last season.

Reguilon, who spent the first part of last season at Manchester United, is now linked with a move back to Old Trafford, with Erik ten Hag’s side looking for a new left-back amid injury worries for Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.

Hojbjerg, meanwhile, has recently hinted he would welcome a move to Borussia Dortmund this summer amid links with a switch to the Bundesliga.

Tottenham Eye Pedro Neto

Concerned over injury record

Tottenham are interested in signing Wolves winger Pedro Neto, but have doubts over his injury history, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Speaking on his live show, Romano suggested that Neto is one of the names on Spurs’ list this summer as they look to bring in a new forward.

The 24-year-old is coming off another injury-hit season which saw Neto make just 20 league appearances for Wolves, scoring two goals and registering eleven assists. The Portuguese winger missed a total of 125 days with two separate hamstring issues last campaign.

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Tottenham are interested in signing Wolves winger Pedro Neto, but are concerned about his injury record.

All of Neto's potential suitors are hesitant due to his recurring injuries, which could ultimately prevent him earning a move.

Spurs are looking to strengthen their defence as well, with Kyle Walker-Peters being eyed.

Tottenham are interested in signing Wolves winger Pedro Neto this summer, although the north London club are concerned about the player's injury record, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Neto impressed in his 20 Premier League appearances for the West Midlands side last season, scoring twice and registering eleven assists. However, this was another injury-ravaged campaign for the Portugal international, who missed a total of 125 days with two separate hamstring issues.

While top clubs are reportedly interested in the player, with Arsenal reportedly making him a primary target back in May, suitors are said to be alarmed by his recurring fitness issues, which could ultimately put them off making a move. According to transfer guru Romano, the Gunners' rivals Spurs are admirers of Neto, and are weighing up a potential pursuit of the winger.

Spurs are Interested in Neto

Postecoglu does harbour concerns about his injury record

Developing through the Braga academy, Neto completed a switch to Wolves in 2019, aged just 19. While the Portuguese man has demonstrated his quality in glimpses since then, he has only amassed 135 total appearances in five seasons, averaging just 27 per campaign.

The 24-year-old has sustained nine separate injuries in his short career thus far, missing ten months back in 2021 due to a serious knee issue. The electric pace and technical quality makes him an appealing option for clubs with Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp labelling him as being "world-class", but those lining up to acquire him will inevitably be reticent due to his inability to remain in good condition.

Speaking on his transfer update live show, Romano revealed one potential suitor in Tottenham. The journalist said:

"Pedro Neto and Spurs, he is one of the names they have on the list. Pedro Neto, for sure, the only doubt has always been on injuries, so that is the point to clarify on Pedro Neto, but he's one of the players they appreciate."

This concern over the player's injury record means Spurs are unlikely to pay the excessive £60 million fee Wolves are demanding, but Ange Postecoglou could ultimately be willing to look past these issues to land Neto. Tottenham are in the market for an explosive wide forward, with the likes of Brennan Johnson, Timo Werner and Richarlison all experiencing mixed seasons last year.

The Australian head coach will be eager to acquire a wide man of more quality to free up star man Son Heung-Min to play down the middle more frequently. The South Korean was the club's top goalscorer last season, netting 17 Premier League goals, most of which came when deployed as a central striker.

Spurs Chasing Former Player

Walker-Peters is being monitored

While acquiring offensive reinforcements will be on Postecoglu's agenda this summer, adding extra quality in defence may be of greater concern. The Lilywhites conceded 61 league goals last season, more than the likes of Everton and Crystal Palace, so reducing this number will be essential to launch an assault on the top four.

Spurs are monitoring the situation of their former player Kyle Walker-Peters, who thrived for Southampton last season in the Championship. The full-back could be allowed to leave St Mary's this summer, having been a huge part of Russel Martin's team's promotion charge, and is also a target for Brighton and West Ham.

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Manchester United are interested in signing Sergio Reguilon again, despite a disappointing loan spell at Old Trafford.

Reguilon enjoyed a fruitful second half of the season at Brentford, earning four assists in 14 league starts.

United face competition from West Ham United for the Tottenham defender, who is expected to leave the club.

Manchester United are interested in signing last season's loanee Sergio Reguilon, with the player likely to leave Tottenham this summer, according to Spanish outlet AS.

Reguilon spent six months at Old Trafftord last campaign, starting just four Premier League games in what was a disappointing temporary spell that was cut short. However, the Spaniard enjoyed a fruitful second half of the season at Brentford, replacing the injured Rico Henry in the bees' squad and managing 14 league starts and registering four assists having been called the "perfect" signing by Thomas Frank.

The defender is still contracted to Tottenham until 2025 having joined in a deal worth £32m, but he is expected to leave the north London club, with manager Ange Postecoglou deeming him surplus to requirements. Perhaps surprisingly, given how his loan spell went, United are interested in signing Reguilon permanently, but will face competition from West Ham United.

United Want to Sign Reguilon

The Red Devils are in the market for a left-back

Spending his youth years at Real Madrid, Reguilon failed to break into the Spanish giants first team on a consistent basis, and was ultimately sold to Tottenham in 2020 after an electric loan spell at Sevilla. Two underwhelming years at Spurs, where both Ben Davies and Ryan Sessegnon were often used over him, resulted in the player spending two consecutive seasons at temporary homes.

Stints at Atletico Madrid, United and then Brentford have seen the 27-year-old become the forgotten man at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. With one year remaining on his deal, the north Londoners are looking to find the player a permanent place to play his football.

While many may have thought a successful six months at Brentford would perhaps have been the catalyst for a transfer to west London, United have emerged as surprise candidates to sign Reguilon, who shares the same agent as another United target Joshua Zirkzee in Kia Joorabchian. The Manchester-based outfit are in the market for a left-back, with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia struggling with injuries, and have identified their ex-player as a potential candidate to fill this role.

According to AS, United would be willing to pay a fee for the player whose contract expires in 12 months, in order to bring him back to the north-west. It's unclear whether this acquisition would see Reguilon elevated to first choice at Old Trafford, although the club are understood to be willing to supply him with a prominent role than what he enjoyed last campaign, which could tempt him to make the move.

United Also Chasing Other Defensive Reinforcements

INEOS are keen to sign De Ligt

A left-back may be on the agenda for United's new ownership group this summer, but the centre-piece signing could be at the heart of the Red Devils' defence. The club are expected to move on from Jarrad Branthwaite, with their interest in the player getting 'colder' due to Everton's £70 million asking price.

Instead, Matthijs de Ligt is closing in on a move to Old Trafford, with a deal expected to 'happen quickly'. The Dutchman has fallen out of favour at Bayern Munich, and is thus keen on a potential move to United, in a deal that is expected to reach around €50 million.

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Tottenham are interested in Southampton's Kyle Walker-Peters after selling him four years ago.

The north Londoners are set to face competition from Brighton and West Ham.

Giovani Lo Celso's departure from Tottenham seems likely, with Aston Villa interested.

Tottenham Hotspur have been ‘monitoring’ Southampton’s Kyle Walker-Peters, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who has insisted that the north London-based outfit will face stern competition for his signature from the likes of Brighton & Hove Albion and West Ham United.

After playing a starring role in Southampton’s promotion-securing campaign last time out, Walker-Peters has captured the imagination of his former club, Tottenham, who are looking to find the perfect upgrade on Emerson Royal across the summer months.

As things stand, Pedro Porro is the club’s primary placeholder at right-back, but the addition of Walker-Peters, a twice-capped England international, would bolster their options in defence and subsequently boost their chances of qualifying for the Champions League next term.

Tottenham Face Competition In Race for Walker-Peters

Right-back ‘ticks several boxes’ for Postecoglou

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the ever-reliable Romano suggested that Tottenham will have to fend off the likes of Brighton, who have inquired about the right-back, once described as a 'top, top level' star by Russell Martin, and West Ham, who are still fighting for the man in question.

That said, the Italian transfer expert insisted that Tottenham remain interested in his sought-after signature and have been monitoring his situation, especially as he ticks several boxes.

“Brighton have inquired about Kyle Walker-Peters, on the radar for some months. West Ham are still pushing for KWP and Flynn Downes may be part of the swap deal but deal not straight forward. Tottenham have been monitoring him as he’d tick several boxes, no bid/talks so far.”

Previously, Lyall Thomas of Sky Sports revealed that Walker-Peters, who has racked up 115 appearances in England’s top flight over the years, is still of interest to Ange Postecoglou and his entourage.

The London-born 27-year-old, interestingly, emerged from Tottenham’s academy ranks between 2013 and 2017 and, amid struggles of breaking into the first team, went on to rack up 24 appearances for the club.

Four years after letting him depart for £12 million, there is every chance that Tottenham will kick-start their summer transfer business with a move for the glittering right-back, who registered three goals and assists apiece last season.

Giovani Lo Celso Departure Looks Inevitable

Aston Villa among those interested in midfielder’s services

While this summer will be a key period for Tottenham - and other Premier League clubs - to bolster their squads in preparation for an all-intense 2024/25 campaign, there is also a lot of interest in offloading players deemed surplus to requirements in order to comply with Profit and Sustainability Regulations (PSR).

As such, out-of-favour midfielder Giovani Lo Celso could be one of the many names at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium that could find themselves on the chopping block. In fact, Romano has suggested that the Argentine has a ‘90 percent’ chance of leaving north London in the coming weeks.

In an exclusive interview with GIVEMESPORT, Romano suggested that Unai Emery’s Aston Villa are one of Lo Celso’s keen admirers with the Spanish tactician's pre-existing relationship, by virtue of their respective stints at Paris Saint-Germain and Villarreal, noted as a real driving force behind the interest.

Lo Celso, 28, has struggled to become a mainstay at the capital club since arriving in the summer of 2020 after a fruitful loan stint. In fact, the Rosario-born gem chalked up just 597 minutes of action across all competitions last term.

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Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Rennes youngster Desire Doue.

Multiple clubs are monitoring Doue, with Rennes potentially demanding £35m for his transfer.

Tottenham have made contact with Doue's representatives, alongside signing Archie Gray.

Tottenham Hotspur are one of a host of sides who are showing an interest in Rennes youngster Desire Doue, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano. The 18-year-old is widely regarded as one of the most exciting talents around Europe, with multiple clubs monitoring Doue over the last few years after he burst onto the scene in France -

Reports have suggested earlier in the summer that Rennes could demand in the region of £35m to allow him to depart in the summer transfer window, which may well leave a whole host of clubs keen on his signature ahead of a summer move. And despite having signed Archie Gray from Leeds United earlier this week after a £40million bid including Joe Rodon going the other way was accepted, the north London outfit are keen on bringin Doue in alongside the English prodigy - with Romano suggesting that Tottenham have made contact with his representatives.

The north London club could be after another prodigy

Speaking on his live show on Playback on Tuesday afternoon, Romano suggested that Tottenham weren't slowing up in the transfer market despite the signing of Gray - with 19-year-old Doue also being on their radar. He said:

"It's true that Tottenham have a genuine interest in this boy. This is not something new. I mean, the interest is there and he is one of the players appreciated by the Tottenham board.

"Doue is one of the best talents in his position, and he is on the list of several clubs and the list of Tottenham.

"First of all, Tottenham have signed Archie Gray and that is a wonderful signing for Tottenham. But it's also true that Desire Doue is another player they are considering. Internally, they already expressed their interest to the agents of the player, so Doue is one to watch for Tottenham - but not only for Tottenham, as several clubs are following this boy."

And that was followed up with another statement, with the Italian journalist adding:

"I told you that interest in Desire Doue is absolutely confirmed. He is not the only player they are tracking, but one of the players they are considering."

Doue Signing Would See a Bright Tottenham Future

The youngster has been superb for the French outfit

Doue joined Rennes' academy at the age of just five, and signed his first professional contract with the club in April 2022 before his 17th birthday. Making his debut shortly after, Doue hasn't slowed up since first featuring for Rennes, and playing in an attacking midfield position, he has excelled massively and has been labelled as "unique" by football analyst Ben Mattinson.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Desire Doue made his debut for Rennes shortly after his 17th birthday, playing against Lorient in a 1-0 loss.

Last season saw him make 31 appearances in Ligue 1 for Rennes as they finished in mid-table, scoring four goals and registering five assists in the league, with a star performance against Lyon in January seeing him registering a goal and an assist on the left-flank.

His versatility across the midfield three means that Doue is a hot commodity around Europe, and with Tottenham potentially signing the youngster on a permanent deal that would see him come into the club alongside other young talents such as Gray, Micky van de Ven and Pape Matar Sarr, the future could be bright in north London as Ange Postecoglou aims for the long-term.

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Tottenham are interested in Southampton's Kyle Walker-Peters as a right-back option.

Walker-Peters considered a "good low-cost option" after brilliant season with Southampton.

Young midfielder Archie Gray signs a six-year contract with Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to bolster their options on the right-hand side of the back line this summer and Southampton’s Kyle Walker-Peters is of interest to the north London-based outfit, Lyall Thomas of Sky Sports has reported.

Amid speculation over Emerson Royal’s future at the club, Tottenham and, in particular, their higher-ups are carefully monitoring the summer market for a back-up to the club’s first choice option, Pedro Porro.

Ahead of what will be an important second season of Ange Postecoglou at the helm, bolstering their defensive ranks will be paramount to how they fare in their search for Champions League football.

Tottenham Remain Interested in Walker-Peters

Right-back considered a ‘good low-cost option’

According to Sky Sports’ Thomas, Tottenham remain interested in the 27-year-old’s signature four years after letting him go for £12 million. Since then, he’s weighed in with six goals and nine assists in his 167-game stint on the south coast. The twice-capped England international is entering the last year of his contract at St Mary’s, leaving the door ajar for potential suitors to swoop in and snare his signature for a lower price.

Considered a ‘good low-cost option’ by the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium-based outfit, Kyle Walker-Peters - previously described as 'phenomenal' - endured a quietly brilliant campaign for Southampton in 2023/24. Racking up three goals and assists apiece across 47 appearances in all competitions, Walker-Peters proved to be a threat both offensively and defensively, playing a starring role in their promotion back to the English top flight.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Walker-Peters racked up 4,130 minutes of Championship action last term - more than any other player in the Southampton squad.

A homegrown talent - and one that emerged through Spurs’ academy back in the day - Walker-Peters would be a shrewd buy for the right price. The fact that Southampton are in - and confident of winning - the race for AZ Alkmaar and Japan right-back Yukinari Sugawara could mean that Tottenham’s pursuit of the man in question could be made all the more simple.

Spurs Strike Deal for Archie Gray

Youngster signs six-year contract

To kick-start their transfer proceedings on a positive note, Tottenham have now announced the signing of former Leeds United man Archie Gray on a six-year contract, one that will expire in the summer of 2030.

Still just 18 years of age, Gray is a versatile midfielder - also capable of being deployed in the right-back berth - and is wise beyond his years in a footballing sense. A highly-rated youngster, Durham-born Gray was a vital cog in Daniel Farke’s side last term, racking up north of 50 appearances in all competitions.

The Elland Road graduate was named the EFL Championship Young Player of the Year for his displays across 2023/24 and will enjoy his first taste of top tier action for Spurs come August. Tottenham faced stern competition from fellow Premier League outfit Brentford for the young star’s signature but were able to convince him of a bright future in north London.

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Leeds United are targeting Tottenham's Oliver Skipp for a potential move.

Skipp's potential move to Leeds may be blocked by Tottenham due to their homegrown quota.

Skipp's relationship with Daniel Farke after their time at Norwich could influence his decision.

Leeds United have had a huge change to their squad in recent days, after seeing homegrown star and fan favourite Archie Gray all but depart the club for Tottenham Hotspur after just one season of professional football at Elland Road, in a £40million deal that will see ex-Leeds loanee Joe Rodon go the same way. And GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed that the club want another Tottenham star to follow Rodon up north - with Oliver Skipp on their shortlist.

The Tottenham academy graduate has started to feature more regularly in north London after joining as an eight-year-old, but with other star-studded players ahead of him in the pecking order, the midfielder is being made to wait his turn for starts. And that could see Leeds take a plunge with the midfielder patiently waiting for first-team football - despite being in the Championship.

Oliver Skipp Has Been Linked With a Move Away

Skipp has featured more but not quite enough to start

Skipp has featured semi-regularly for Tottenham over the past two seasons, and as a rotation option, is almost perfect for the club. 44 Premier League appearances from a possible 76 is about expected for a player of his calibre - though it remains to be seen if that will improve.

The maestro has been linked with a move to Leeds even earlier this week, by aiming to include him in the swap deal for Gray - but GIVEMESPORT revealed earlier in the summer that Tottenham could block a move for his services to meet the Premier League's homegrown quota which makes a move unlikely.

Sources: Skipp Doesn't Want Championship Move

Leeds' failure to win promotion could be costly

The midfielder is likely to be ready for a Premier League move

GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed that Leeds aren't quite done with their shopping spree at Tottenham - with Skipp being of interest to the Whites after the deal that saw Gray and Rodon swap clubs.

Tottenham aren't overly keen on seeing Skipp departing the club as they value him as a genuine backup option that can come in to rotate with the likes of Rodrigo Bentancur, Yves Bissouma and Pape Matar Sarr amongst others, and as a homegrown option, he offers a layer of depth to the squad.

With European competitions demanding that four players in each team must come from the club's academy, there aren't many options in the first-team that are realistically going to break the door down apart from Skipp and in that essence, he is vital. At the start of the summer, Tottenham chiefs had listed Rodon, Djed Spence, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Giovani Lo Celso as options that they were willing to let go - and Skipp was not a part of this list, for the reasons already listed.

Skipp, meanwhile, also does not want to drop down to the Championship at this stage of his career. The midfielder is still only 23, and having already been on a loan spell to the Championship where he excelled under Farke for Norwich City, it's obvious to see why Leeds want him - but that may not be what Skipp wants at this time.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Oliver Skipp missed just one game for Norwich when they won the league in 2020-21

Sources have also revealed that there could still be scope for the move to materialise, however, due to the relationship between himself and Farke - with Skipp thought to be a big admirer of the German. At this stage, it will be interesting to see if any other clubs declare their interest in Skipp but if Leeds do earn promotion under Farke, and Skipp doesn't garner much game time this season, a move could be on the cards.

Leeds Would Benefit Greatly From Skipp

He would be an incredible signing for Leeds

Skipp is a superb player in a possession-based midfield and with Gray out of the team, he would be an extremely strong replacement for the departed prodigy.

Having already won the Championship under Farke whilst at Norwich, Skipp would fit seamlessly into his plans should he make the move up north - and alongside other possession-heavy players in Glen Kamara and Ethan Ampadu, the Whites could cruise to promotion.

Highlights

Tottenham Hotspur are in line to finalise Archie Gray's arrival imminently after reaching a verbal agreement in principle with Championship outfit Leeds United.

Joe Rodon is on course to head in the opposite direction in a cash-plus-player swap deal as boss Ange Postecoglou continues making adjustments to his squad.

Gray has already undergone a medical and agreed personal terms ahead of rubber-stamping his summer switch to Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur are on course to finalise Archie Gray's move to Hotspur Way within the next 24 hours after verbally agreeing a £40million package with Leeds United which will see Joe Rodon head in the opposite direction in a cash-plus-player swap deal, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou will not be short of attacking options during the fast-approaching 2024/25 campaign after wasting no time in negotiating a fresh loan deal which will see Timo Werner rejoin from Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig in a switch which includes an £8.5million option to buy.

Swedish teenager Lucas Bergvall will also link up with his new teammates in the coming weeks, having made the move from Djurgardens after snubbing Barcelona's advances during the early stages of 2024, but Postecoglou is working with chairman Daniel Levy and technical director Johan Lange to draft in further reinforcements.

Spurs Edging Towards Landing Gray

Teenager has agreed personal terms and undergone medical

Tottenham are in line to complete the acquisition of Gray on Monday after reaching a verbal agreement in principle with Leeds, according to GMS sources, and the 18-year-old has already rubber-stamped personal terms as he nears embarking on a fresh challenge away from his boyhood club.

The central midfielder showed his versatility by featuring at right-back 30 times during the 2023/24 Championship campaign, but he was still left frustrated when he and his teammates were deprived of a quickfire return to the top flight when Daniel Farke's side suffered a narrow defeat to Southampton in the play-off final in May.

Gray's ability to fill in on the right-hand side of the backline will result in him providing Pedro Porro with competition for a regular starting berth when his switch to Tottenham is completed, and GMS sources have been informed that his medical has already been conducted in anticipation of the switch being given the green-light.

The England under-21 international, who has been described as 'phenomenal' by Sky Sports pundit Jermaine Beckford, appears to be on course to join Spurs despite also being the subject of interest from numerous other Premier League sides who were looking to pounce after Leeds missed out on promotion.

Tottenham have been working on a move in the aftermath of Gray having a change of heart and deciding he would prefer to head to north London if he leaves his current employers despite initially agreeing personal terms with Brentford and undergoing a medical at the Gtech Community Stadium.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Archie Gray registered nine tackles during Leeds United's 3-2 win at Norwich City in October, which proved to be his highest tally in a single Championship appearance throughout the 2023/24 campaign

Rodon Preparing to Head in Opposite Direction

Postecoglou willing to allow defender to join Leeds

GMS sources have learned that Tottenham are allowing Rodon to head in the opposite direction in a cash-plus-player swap deal which will see Gray arrive in the capital, resulting in the Wales international returning to familiar surroundings following a productive loan spell at Elland Road during the 2023/24 campaign.

The central defender made 50 appearances for the Yorkshire outfit and became one of the first names on the team sheet under Farke's guidance, and it appears that a move back to the Championship promotion-chasers is on the cards as preparations are made for the fast-approaching new season.

GMS sources have learned that the total package is worth £40million as Gray is valued at up to £30million, while Rodon is estimated to be worth in the region of £10million, and the transfers are being structured as a swap deal instead of two separate transactions.

The business at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium could also result in Postecoglou being more keen to offload Djed Spence as he will be well-stocked in the right-back department, but GMS sources recently revealed that the Lilywhites have priced the former Middlesbrough man out of a permanent switch to Genoa.

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Leeds United's Archie Gray is set to join Tottenham Hotspur.

Joe Rodon may move to Leeds as part of the deal, according to talkSPORT.

Gray's departure will be softened by Rodon's potential arrival.

Leeds United fans will be gutted that homegrown prodigy Archie Gray is set to depart the club, with Tottenham Hotspur set to sign the England under-21 youngster on a permanent deal with the Whites having failed to gain promotion to the Premier League - but their blow will be softened somewhat with reports suggesting that Joe Rodon will go the other way as part of the deal taking the midfielder to north London.

Gray burst onto the scene for Leeds last season, making his first-team debut in August and making 52 appearances in all competitions for the Yorkshire side, where he began his career at the age of just nine. A fan favourite, Gray's footballing brain and composure ranked him as one of the best players in the Championship even at such a young age - and that garnered the interest of some huge teams in Europe. With Tottenham looking set to the race for his signature, it will leave Leeds fans being initially gutted - but they could be spurred slightly by the arrival of Rodon after his impressive spell on loan at Elland Road last season.

Crook: Rodon to Return to Leeds

The defender was massively impressive last season

The report from talkSPORT's Alex Crook 'understands' that Rodon is set to join Leeds as part of the Gray negotiations, with the youngster already completing his medical at Tottenham ahead of a £40million move.

The Welshman was outstanding at the back last season alongside fellow countryman Ethan Ampadu, and it was thought that he would return to Leeds in a £15million deal if they clinched promotion back to the top-flight - though that notion fell at the final hurdle with the Elland Road side losing to Southampton in the Championship play-off final.

Regardless of a collective failure, Rodon massively impressed and showed that he was a class above, yet Ipswich Town's late run of form and Leeds' form saw them remain in the second-tier.

Tottenham stars Micky Van de Ven and Cristian Romero have cemented their places as first-choice centre-backs in north London, whilst last season's signing Radu Dragusin has shown he is a great backup option and that has effectively ruled Rodon surplus to requirements, making him the perfect makeweight to tempt Gray to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Gray Exit Will Sting Leeds United Fans

There is a huge sentimental value to the youngster

However, despite Rodon's return, there is no getting away from what a bitter blow losing Gray will be. Leeds already lost a homegrown favourite to Premier League elite back in 2022 when Kalvin Phillips left for Manchester City, but with Gray coming through the ranks, the Whites had another academy star to wax lyrical over.

Gray has a family tree that bleeds Leeds; father Andy played as a striker for the club just over 10 years ago, grandfather Frank registered over 300 league appearances at Elland Road, and get uncle Eddie spent his entire career at Leeds before managing the club for three years throughout the 1980's.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Archie Gray made the bench at the age of just 15 when Leeds played Arsenal in December 2021.

That alone is a blow to fans, especially with generations of the family all playing for the club for a large period of their history - but at just 18, his spell is to be cut short once his move to Tottenham goes through.

It's unknown as to how much game time Gray will get under Ange Postecoglou, with Pedro Porro being the first-choice right-back in north London and a plethora of international midfielders likely to feature ahead of him in the pecking order; but there is no doubting that Tottenham are claiming one of the best young talents in the country.

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Tottenham in advanced talks to sign Leeds United's Archie Gray.

Brentford failed to agree a deal, leaving Spurs optimistic about securing Gray's signature.

Tottenham Hotspur are advancing with a deal for Leeds United youngster Archie Gray, according to respected journalist Alasdair Gold, and there is now a 'growing confidence' that the north Londoners can snare a deal.

The highly-rated 18-year-old played a key role for his employers last campaign, making north of 50 appearances across all competitions. In that time frame, the right-back - who can also play in the centre of the park - recorded one strike and two assists.

Daniel Farke’s side fell at the last hurdle, losing 1-0 to Southampton, in their pursuit of Premier League football but, amid the disappointment, Gray’s stock continues to grow and Tottenham could be the team to snare his signature this summer.

Gold: 'Growing Confidence' of Tottenham Landing Gray Deal

Brentford unable to agree deal with Leeds

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the ever-reliable Gold revealed that Ange Postecoglou and Daniel Levy are advancing on a deal for the Durham-born ace after Brentford were unable to land their key target.

Insisting that his would-be buyers are ‘optimistic’ over agreeing personal terms with the teenage sensation, he said that Gray is open to a move - one which could prove to be career-defining.

“Growing confidence now that Spurs will reach an agreement to sign Archie Gray from Leeds United. What a whirlwind 24 hours. Tottenham seizing on the opportunity left by Brentford being unable to agree the deal with Leeds."

Previously, journalist Ben Jacobs told GIVEMESPORT that Gray, a twice-capped England Under-21 international, was not pushing a move away from Elland Road over the coming months.

Tottenham will face stern competition of fellow Londoners, Brentford, for the services of the youngster. Per The Telegraph, the Bees have held talks with Leeds as they look to break the bank with a club-record signing around the £40 million mark. Reports suggest, however, that their attempt has been snubbed.

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Tottenham Hold Talks with Villa for Jacob Ramsey

Club yet to sumbit formal bid

In a bid to bolster their ranks in the engine room, Tottenham have identified Aston Villa ace Jacob Ramsey as a potential option, Fabrizio Romano has exclusively told GIVEMESPORT. Ramsey's 'homegrown' tag makes him an attractive prospect for the north London-based outfit, while Unai Emery and his entourage will ‘do their best’ to retain Ramsey beyond the summer trading period, Romano has revealed.