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Tottenham Hotspur are among several Premier League and European clubs eyeing a summer move for Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen, according to MailOnline.

The Lilywhites, along with Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Chelsea, are reportedly keen admirers of the 19-year-old, who will be the subject of ‘major interest’ in the upcoming transfer window.

The promising centre-back has a reported £50m release clause and is one of several Bournemouth stars attracting attention from other clubs, alongside Milos Kerkez, Antoine Semenyo and Illia Zabarnyi.

The Dorset club are facing a tough summer battle to keep some of their brightest prospects, with Kerkez now a concrete target for Liverpool.

Tottenham Want Dean Huijsen

North London move remains unlikely

According to MailOnline, there is a growing sense that Huijsen will end up joining one of Europe’s elite clubs and continue his career abroad, despite interest from the Premier League.

Tottenham may have to look elsewhere if they wish to pursue a new central defender for Ange Postecoglou this summer, with Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi remaining an option.

Huijsen, praised as 'brilliant' by Gary Lineker, joined Bournemouth from Juventus before the season and has emerged as one of the most promising defenders in the league, helping the Cherries chase European football for the first time in their history.

Andoni Iraola’s side are sitting seventh in the Premier League table with 11 games to go and are just three points off the top four.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Huijsen has made 25 appearances across all competitions for Bournemouth this season, scoring two goals.

Tottenham are expected to continue their squad reshuffle under Postecoglou this summer and are leading the race to capture Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling.

According to GIVEMESPORT sources, the Lilywhites believe a deal for the 19-year-old is possible for £30-35m and have already contacted Dibling’s camp about his possible arrival in North London.

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AZ Alkmaar and Tottenham Hotspur will go head-to-head in the Europa League last 16 on Thursday evening at the AFAS Stadion, with both sides looking to boost their chances of reaching the next round of the competition.

Maarten Marten's side reached this stage of the tournament with a sensational 6-3 aggregate win over Galatasaray, and come into this game on the back of a 3-1 league defeat away to Heerenveen. Ange Postecoglou's side skipped the last round after securing a top-eight finish in the league phase and had the weekend off, with their last outing coming in a disappointing 1-0 loss to Man City.

Both managers have some injury issues to deal with and decisions to make, so this is how GIVEMESPORT expect the teams to line up.

AZ Alkmaar Team News

Van Bommel doubtful

The Eredivisie outfit have a series of injury issues that Martens must deal with ahead of this game, including forward Ruben van Bommel who is a doubt alongside Mex Meerdink and Sem Westerveld.

Jayden Addai and Sven Mijnans are both ruled out, but former Spurs striker Troy Parrott is in line to start up front.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Martens shared an update on his squad.

"They are ready. Mexx Meerdink is back on the field, but the match comes a bit too early for him. Mees de Wit is back. He has been ill. We have more and more guys. We are still waiting for a few. Sven Mijnans will be out a bit longer and Ruben van Bommel and Jayden Addai also have to return. That means that other guys can show themselves again as they have done before."

AZ Alkmaar Predicted XI

Parrott to start

AZ Alkmaar Predicted XI: Owusu-Oduro; Maikuma, Goes, Penetra, Wolfe; Koopmeiners, Clasie; Poku, Buurmeester, Lahdo; Parrott.

AZ Alkmaar Predicted Substitutes: Verhulst (GK), Dijkstra (DEF), Martins-Indi (DEF), Dekker (DEF), Kasius (DEF), De Wit (DEF), Smit (MID), Belic (MID), Van Duijn (FWD), Addai (FWD), Daal (FWD), Sadiq (FWD).

Tottenham Team News

Kulusevski ruled out

Tottenham were thought to be overcoming their injury woes but have been rocked by news that Dejan Kulusevski will be ruled out until at least after the international break with an injury picked up in training.

Richarlison and Radu Dragusin are still injured while there are doubts over Cristian Romero, Micky Van de Ven, Ben Davies and Dominic Solanke. Timo Werner, Antonin Kinsky, Fraser Forster and Sergio Reguilon are ineligible.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Postecoglou shared an update on his squad.

"Deki [Kulusevski] is the only one (who hasn't travelled). He's had a knock on his foot. He's not really sure when (it happened) to be honest.

"It's been sore last couple of weeks, but he has been able to train and play and still get through it, but it wasn't getting better, so we did some further investigations but there's no real clarity. We're just waiting on a couple of things to find out the extent of it.

"But he's unlikely to be back before the international break. It's nothing serious, it's nothing surgical or anything but he hasn't travelled.

"He [Van de Ven] is training and we're mindful, you know... the last time, while he came back and played half a game (against Elfsborg), we still felt and he still felt like he just didn't feel right.

"We've taken a different sort of road with him this time and he feels really good, he's been training for the last week and a half, he's in a good space and I guess it's a timing thing now, and when we reintroduce him.

"Again, we'll be gauged by how he feels, in terms of when he gets out there and has a run about, but, in terms of training, how he looks in training and how he feels, he certainly feels very confident that once he's back in the team he'll be all good."

Tottenham Predicted XI

Maddison to start

Tottenham Predicted XI: Vicario; Porro, Gray, Danso, Spence; Bentancur, Bergvall; Johnson, Maddison, Son; Tel.

Tottenham Predicted Substitutes: Austin (GK), Romero (DEF), Van de Ven (DEF), Udogie (DEF), Sarr (MID), Bissouma (MID), Odobert (FWD), Scarlett (FWD), Moore (FWD), Solanke (FWD).

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Tottenham Hotspur are refusing to rule out the possibility of entering a summer battle to recruit RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko after plans have been put in place to make an eye-catching attacking signing even if they keep Mathys Tel at Hotspur Way on a permanent basis, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Spurs have a £45million option to buy the Frenchman, having agreed an initial loan deal with Bundesliga table-toppers Bayern Munich in the final hours of the winter transfer window, but boss Ange Postecoglou is determined to secure additional firepower ahead of his third season at the helm.

Although Tottenham are aware that they will also have a fork out £20.9million for Kevin Danso at the end of the season, due to having an obligation to hold onto the central defender under the terms of the temporary deal negotiated with Lens last month, they are looking to spend big on fresh competition for first-choice frontman Dominic Solanke.

Spurs Not Ruling Out Ambitious Sesko Swoop

North Londoners poised to face stiff competition for Slovenian

Tottenham could attempt to win the race for Sesko's signature when the transfer window reopens, according to GMS sources, despite an awareness behind the scenes that they would be in danger of facing an uphill battle thanks to his form at Leipzig resulting in gaining widespread interest.

Although Spurs and additional suitors Arsenal and Manchester United will have an opportunity to trigger the release clause written into the 21-year-old striker's contract in the summer, the figure is on course to rise to in the region of £67million if he continues putting in goalscoring performances during the remainder of the campaign.

GMS sources have been informed that recruiting Sesko matches the ambition that Tottenham are planning to show as they aim to recover from finding themselves adrift of the European qualification spots this season, while they are prepared to delve into the market for a big-name marksman regardless of being expected to sign Tel permanently.

Fresh from being described as 'unstoppable' thanks to his productivity in the final third of the pitch, the Slovenia international has been earmarked as a centre forward who is capable of spearheading Spurs to the next level and giving Postecoglou a selection headache when a fully fit Solanke is also available for selection.

There is a growing belief that Tottenham are willing to spend significant money to elevate their squad and make sure they are in a position to challenge for a Champions League spot in the seasons to come, GMS sources have learned, while an ambitious move for Ipswich Town's Liam Delap is also being eyed.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Benjamin Sesko has been averaging a Bundesliga goal every 172 minutes this season

Son and Richarlison Departures Still Possible

Duo among big-names facing uncertain future ahead of next term

GMS sources have been told that Heung-min Son could be among a host of big-name departures from Tottenham ahead of next term as plans have been put in place to secure upgrades on members of their current strongest starting line-up in an attempt to improve their chances of ending a lengthy trophy drought.

The South Korea international is poised to enter the final 12 months of his contract in the summer, despite Spurs triggering an option to extend his deal, and the north Londoners are deliberating over whether they should be open to sanctioning his exit if a bid is submitted by a suitor during the transfer window.

Richarlison could also be moved on as part of Tottenham's rejig, GMS sources understand, while Timo Werner's loan from Leipzig will not be made permanent and Manor Solomon is in line to be put on the market following a productive temporary spell with Championship title-chasers Leeds United.

Postecoglou is eager to make sure he has stronger squad depth and competition for places ahead of next season, with that stance leading to GMS sources recently revealing that central midfielder Johnny Cardoso is increasingly likely to join from Real Betis thanks to an agreement being reached last year.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 05/03/2025

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a summer move to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, who will be allowed to leave the club in the upcoming window, according to Sky Sports Germany.

Jamie Gittens began his football journey with Reading's youth academy before moving to Manchester City's youth setup in 2018. Seeking greater first-team opportunities, he moved to Bundesliga outfit Borussia Dortmund in 2020. Taking a similar path to Jadon Sancho, who also moved to the German side from Man City, Gittens has flourished in a new country.

In 2023, Dortmund extended his contract until 2028, meaning he will still have three years remaining in the summer. If the English youngster does become available in the summer transfer window, we could see a host of clubs trying to secure his signature.

Tottenham Interested in Signing Jamie Gittens

He's expected to leave

According to a report from Sky Sports, Tottenham are one of the sides who are showing an interest in signing Gittens in the summer transfer window. Dortmund are expecting him to head through the exit door and are already preparing for his departure.

It's understood that moving to the Premier League is the 'desired goal' of the 20-year-old, but there is still no official offer from any club. Gittens, described as 'lightning-fast' by Sky Sports, would fit into the recruitment model that Spurs are implementing in recent years.

The north London outfit are looking to sign young, up-and-coming talent from around the world, with the likes of Archie Gray, Mathys Tel, and Lucas Bergvall arriving through the door in recent years. Spurs may have to weigh up whether they want to sign Tel on a permanent deal or bring in a player like Gittens, with the two youngsters playing in the same position.

Tel and Gittens could harm each other's development if they were both in Ange Postecoglou's squad, and Spurs are naturally having a closer look at the former with him being on loan until the end of the season.

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Saints are actively trying to renew the 19-year-old's contract, which expires in the summer of 2026, but the parties are currently far apart in expectations. Dibling does not want to drop down to the Championship and, with his current employers stranded at the bottom of the Premier League table, a summer exit is now anticipated.

Dibling has made 23 appearances in the Premier League this season, scoring twice, but he has seen his starts diminish under new Southampton boss Ivan Juric. The departure of Russell Martin last year has affected Dibling, who enjoyed an excellent relationship with the former Saints chief. Martin took a very hands-on approach with the winger, bringing him out of his shell, both on and off the pitch, leading to a standout first half of the season.

Capital club confident teenager is sold on project on offer

Southampton did not wish to entertain a winter exit and value Dibling at in excess of £50m. But with his contract running into its final year this summer, and Saints destined for the Championship, Tottenham believe a sale is possible for £30-35m.

Spurs have already made contact with Dibling's camp and believe he is sold on the project, while there is also confidence that Ange Postecoglou is the right manager to further develop his game.

Dibling first joined Southampton in 2012 before briefly switching to Chelsea in July 2022, only to return to Saints in September of that year after failing to settle at Cobham. That experience is understood to have made Dibling cautious about his next move. He remains grateful to Southampton for their role in his development but is expected to depart at the end of the season.

Tottenham believe personal terms with Dibling won't be a problem and that relegation for Southampton will drop the asking price significantly. Dibling is a strong fit for Spurs' youth-led project and Postecoglou believes he can play a role immediately and in the long-term, a bit like Archie Gray has done since joining from Leeds United.

The north Londoners will be on the lookout for a left-sided attacker as well, given the club won't exercise the option to buy Timo Werner, but Dibling is valued for his versatility and viewed as capable of competing with Brennan Johnson and Dejan Kulusevski, who has also been used as a right-sided attacker under Postecoglou.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Tyler Dibling has been handed 1,395 minutes of Premier League action this season

Postecoglou May Face Battle to Land Dibling

Winger has gained widespread interest ahead of summer

Newcastle United, Manchester United and Aston Villa are all considering Dibling as well. Newcastle pushed to sign Dibling under Dan Ashworth and haven't ruled out a new approach through current sporting director Paul Mitchell.

Manchester United technical director Jason Wilcox worked with Dibling during his time at Southampton, and minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to sign homegrown talent and lower the average age of the squad. The Red Devils are prioritising adding another No.9, but outgoings could allow them to enter the race for Dibling, who can play as a right winger, attacking midfielder or forward.

Aston Villa will focus on whether to permanently sign Marcus Rashford, and have a £40m option to do so. There is a desire to add Marco Asensio, who has five goals in seven appearances since joining on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. The Midlands outfit do not have an option to buy, but PSG are open to a summer sale.

With Donyell Malen also joining from Borussia Dortmund, Dibling is not thought to be a top priority as it stands, since head coach Unai Emery has a number of versatile attackers.

Dibling also has options abroad ahead of his expected departure from Southampton. RB Leipzig, Lazio and Monaco are three other clubs to keep an eye on.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 05/03/2025.

Tottenham Hotspur signed Mathys Tel on loan from Bayern Munich during the January transfer window, and Fabrizio Romano, writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, has provided an update on him signing a permanent deal in the summer.

According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Tottenham eventually struck a £10m loan deal to bring Tel to north London on deadline day. Reports suggested that Spurs will need to pay in the region of €60m to secure Tel on a permanent contract, but he will undoubtedly have to prove himself between now and the end of the season.

It's been an inconsistent start to life at Tottenham for Tel, which is understandable given his age. The French forward can play all across the front line, so his versatility has been useful for Ange Postecoglou in his first month at the club.

Spurs want to give him time

Writing in his exclusive GIVEMESPORT newsletter, Romano has provided an update on the prospect of Tottenham signing Tel on a permanent deal in the summer. The respected journalist claims that the situation is currently quiet, with Tottenham wanting to give him to adapt, perform, and then discuss his future at the club...

"Tel situation is quiet now, full focus on the pitch. He just arrived one month ago, so Spurs want to give him time to adapt, perform and then discuss his future."

If Postecoglou had his way, it appears that he would like to see Tel sign on a permanent deal. Speaking on the French youngster, Postecoglou said...

"He will be a Tottenham player. I think he will show everyone he will be a Tottenham player in the next six months. I didn't bring him here for six months."

Understandably, Postecoglou sees the value in keeping Tel at the club for longer than his loan period. Tottenham aren't going to see the best version of Tel due to him only being 19 years old, with the Bayern loanee far from reaching his full potential.

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Tottenham Hotspur are among the interested clubs in RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg.

The Lilywhites are expected to have a very busy summer under manager Ange Postecoglou after a disappointing campaign that has been littered with injuries and poor results, as the club look to add more depth in order to compete for European football on a regular basis.

One position they could look to strengthen in is attack, and Slovenia international Sesko is someone the club have expressed an interest in after it emerged he has a formal release clause that becomes active this summer.

Tottenham Eyeing Sesko Move

Clause expected to be worth £66m

The 21-year-old, who has been described as "just incredible", has emerged as one of the hottest strikers in Europe over the last 12 months, with several of the continent's top clubs interested in doing a deal with the Bundesliga side for his services.

According to Plettenberg, Spurs have also joined that race and are ready to compete with the likes of Arsenal, Man Utd, Liverpool and Chelsea for his signature.

After signing a new contract with Leipzig last summer instead of leaving when many expected him to, it was believed he had a gentleman's agreement with the club to move in the next summer window for a pre-agreed fee. But it has now been revealed that the agreement is actually written into his contract and the pre-agreed fee changes depending on his performance.

Currently the clause is believed to be worth around €70m (£58m), but it's believed that by the time the window opens it could be worth as much as €80m (£66m).

Tottenham are not afraid to splash the cash, spending £65m on Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth last summer but with Mathys Tel only signing on loan from Bayern Munich and question marks about the future of Heung-Min Son, they could be set to make waves with another big deal.

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Tottenham Hotspur could take advantage of Ademola Lookman's uncertain future at Atalanta in the summer transfer window, according to reports from Italy - with the club being touted as a potential destination for the Nigerian forward after he fell out with manager Gian Piero Gasperini by 'making their first steps' for the attacker.

Lookman spent time in the Premier League at Everton, Fulham and Leicester City in the top-flight, notching a tally of 96 appearances with 11 goals to his name - but having honed his craft at Atalanta, he's become one of Europe's most exciting players in Serie A, turning in double figures in every season for the Nerrazurri. That has seen Tottenham interested, especially with Lookman being pushed to the exit door by his gaffer.

Report: Tottenham 'Make First Steps' Towards Ademola Lookman Signing

The Nigerian international has been a revelation since his move to Italy

The report by Juve Live states that Lookman's future seems to be moving away from Serie A, with the Premier League 'looming' as his next destination. The attacker has performed well ever since his move to Italy, and that has attracted the interest of Ange Postecoglou, with Tottenham being a potential destination for his services.

Gasperini's comments after Lookman's penalty miss in the Champions League means that the former Everton starlet is 'no longer satisfied' with life in Bergamo, and he is looking for a new adventure, whilst Atalanta would prefer to sell their star to a team abroad rather than strengthen other teams in Italy. This has given Tottenham an advantage, with the club already 'taking the first steps' towards landing the star, who was labelled as 'world-class' by journalist Matteo Bonetti.

Despite competition for his services, Lookman's representatives have made it known that his priority is to return to the Premier League. Atalanta will have the final say over any bid that comes in for his services - which is expected to be around €45million (£37.5million) - and that could see them keep him for another season if they aren't financially satisfied. In the coming months, the report states that Lookman's future will be 'defined', and that the Premier League could see his return.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Ademola Lookman has eight goals in 27 caps for Nigeria.

Spurs have already signed Mathys Tel on a loan-with-option basis from Bayern Munich - but if they can't agree terms with the French star for next season, Lookman would be a superb alternative for Postecoglou to bolster his attacking ranks further, with Tottenham having scored the second-most goals in the Premier League this season.

Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 04-03-25.

Tottenham Hotspur are edging towards taking advantage of the opportunity to sign Johnny Cardoso when the transfer window reopens in the summer after the Real Betis star's performance against Real Madrid last weekend caught the eye of Hotspur Way recruitment chiefs, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Although Spurs bolstered their squad ahead of last month's winter deadline, with Mathys Tel being the final arrival thanks to sealing an initial loan switch which includes a £45million option to complete a permanent move from Bayern Munich, boss Ange Postecoglou is planning to welcome further reinforcements ahead of next term.

The north Londoners have a £20.9million obligation to buy Kevin Danso at the end of the season, having landed the centre-back on an initial temporary basis from Lens, but there is determination to also bolster their options in the middle of the park after finding themselves in the bottom half of the Premier League and adrift of the European qualification spots.

Postecoglou Edging Closer to Cardoso Swoop

United States international deemed to be worthwhile investment

Cardoso is increasingly likely to join Tottenham in the summer, according to GMS sources, as his display in Real Betis' win over La Liga title-chasers Real Madrid last weekend has raised the prospect of the capital club triggering a pre-agreed £21million clause to secure his services.

Spurs held positive negotiations over the 23-year-old United States international in August, resulting in them being able to pounce in future transfer windows or profit from a sell-on clause if he embarks on a fresh challenge elsewhere, and it is expected that this will be his final campaign at the Benito Villamarin Stadium.

GMS sources have been informed that Tottenham are confident Cardoso would be worth the investment after seeing him shine against a Real Madrid side boasting the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo, while they have been watching him closely throughout the season.

Spurs have been eager to keep tabs on the development of the central midfielder, who has been described as 'extraordinary' by Real Betis sporting director Manu Fajardo, before making a final decision on whether to lure him away from his current surroundings as Postecoglou prepares for his third term at the helm.

Tottenham have been impressed with Cardoso's all-action performances, GMS sources have learned, but they are carefully analysing whether he would be a good fit for the north Londoners and will be monitoring him when he takes on the likes of Barcelona before the end of the campaign.

GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: Johnny Cardoso has been averaging five ball recoveries and 2.4 clearances per La Liga outing this season

Cardoso May Become Bissouma Replacement

Spurs preparing to entertain offers as midfielder gains interest

GMS sources have been told that Cardoso has been pinpointed as an option to be drafted in as a direct replacement for Yves Bissouma after Postecoglou and influential figures behind the scenes have decided that the upcoming transfer window could be the ideal time to cash in as admirers are starting to form a queue for his signature.

The former Brighton & Hove Albion man is due to enter the final 12 months of his £55,000-per-week contract in the summer and, instead of attempting to tie him down to fresh terms in the capital, Spurs have set their sights on securing a lucrative fee as they aim to boost their budget to upgrade the squad.

Although Cardoso is being lined up to potentially fill the void, GMS sources understand that Tottenham only have a short period of time in which they can trigger the clause to recruit him from Real Betis, resulting in them being keen to continue tracking his progress in the coming weeks.

GMS sources recently revealed that Marseille, Nice and Crystal Palace are possible landing spots for Bissouma as the trio have begun showing interest, but Postecoglou will be determined to ensure he does not leave himself short of options if he gives a move away from north London the go-ahead.

All statistics courtesy of Sofascore - correct as of 04/03/2025