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Tottenham Hotspur are apparently convinced that a potential £35 million Premier League forward is "sold" on joining Ange Postecoglou's side this summer, following behind-the-scenes talks with his camp.

Johan Lange making summer transfer plans at Tottenham

Technical director Johan Lange could orchestrate another summer rebuild at Spurs, with the squad potentially set to look very different by the start of 2025/2026.

This appears especially true in the forward department, as Timo Werner is widely expected to make a return to parent club RB Leipzig at the end of this season, while Tottenham are reportedly open to offers for Richarlison.

The Lilywhites, like many other Premier League sides, hold an interest in Flamengo right-back Wesley Franca defensively, among other key names, while journalist Pete O'Rourke recently reported that a new midfielder is high on Spurs' transfer agenda.

However, fresh attacking options are continuously being linked on a regular basis. It is claimed that Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze is a top target for Postecoglou, while rumours continue to surround Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling.

TalkSPORT reported earlier this week that Tottenham are leading the race to sign Dibling, who looks nailed on to leave St. Mary's Stadium given the Saints are destined for a drop back down to the Championship.

Now, according to reliable journalist Ben Jacobs, Spurs are growing more and more confident that they'll sway the teenager to N17.

Tottenham convinced Tyler Dibling is "sold" on joining Spurs

Writing for GiveMeSport, Jacobs claims that Tottenham are convinced Dibling is "sold" on joining Spurs, and they've already held talks with his camp ahead of a potential move in the summer.

The north Londoners also theorise that they could strike a deal for the 19-year-old at around £30-35 million given Southampton's relegation status, even if Ivan Juric's side public valuation is around £50 million.

Dibling, who's bagged four goals and registered two assists in 28 appearances across all competitions for Southampton this season, is widely regarded as one of the country's most exciting young talents.

Pundit Dion Dublin has likened the winger to Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer, with Danny Murphy also lavishing Dibling earlier in the campaign.

"The quality he has got - the belief in himself and the physical power," said Murphy. "He just goes past people with ease. He has got a lovely left foot. He is very brave on the ball and his decision-making is good. It is difficult to get too over the top with these young players, because he has just come on to the scene, but he is going to be something special.

"It is great for him getting all these minutes at Southampton. They are giving him the freedom to play and giving him time to learn the game.

"He is just enjoying himself and he is playing with a real belief in himself. He is just instrumental in this team."

With just over two months of the Premier League season left, the Tottenham Hotspur board should and likely will be thinking ahead to next season.

Ange Postecoglou's side have endured a rough campaign this year, and while they could still end with a bang in the Europa League, the club will be hoping and expecting more next year.

To ensure that happens, Daniel Levy and Co. will need to make some major adjustments to the squad regarding incomings, outgoings and loans.

For example, Timo Werner must not be signed on a permanent deal, and while the club should probably spend big on another winger, they also have another player who is out on loan who could come in as the German's replacement, a player who's been compared to Nico Williams.

Why Werner shouldn't be re-signed

When Spurs announced that Werner was going to be coming back to the club for a season-long loan last May, there was a mixed reaction from fans and pundits alike.

On the one hand, it was a relatively cheap way to bring in another attacking option who had shown some signs of promise here and there, but those on the other side pointed to his middling return of five goal involvements in 14 games last term and his £165k-per-week wages.

Unfortunately, ten months after that decision, it would be fair to say that those in the second camp have been proven correct.

For example, in 27 first-team appearances, the former Chelsea ace has scored one goal and provided just three assists, meaning he's averaged a goal involvement every 6.75 games for the Lilywhites.

On top of that, he's also missed 11 games through injury this season, and while that is not his fault, it is a problem for a loan player to miss that many games in one campaign.

In all, while there have been moments here and there when Werner has looked impressive, he's not been anywhere near consistent or impactful enough to justify his stay being extended or made permanent by Spurs.

Moreover, while the club will likely look to bring in a big-name replacement, one of their players out on loan this season has been turning heads and has even been compared to Williams.

Spurs' internal Werner replacement

So, there are a few Spurs players enjoying great campaigns out on loan this season, from Jamie Donely at Leyton Orient to Manor Solomon at Leeds United.

However, away from English football, in La Liga, Bryan Gil has also been stepping up for Girona and looks far more impressive than he has in recent years.

For example, in 31 appearances, the "electric" winger, as dubbed by former Eibar assistant coach Iñaki Bea, has scored four goals and provided three assists, which comes to an average of a goal involvement every 4.42 games.

Now, it's true that the Spaniard has never been able to cement a place for himself in the Lilywhites' first team and may well move to Girona on a permanent deal in the summer - they have an option after all - but with Werner likely to leave as well, it might make economic sense to keep him as an option off the bench.

Moreover, the 23-year-old has been so good this season that he has been compared to one of the most exciting wingers in Spain: Williams.

The comparison stems from FBref, which looks at players in similar positions in La Liga, then creates a list of the ten most comparable players for each one, and in this instance, has concluded that the Athletic Bilbao star is the seventh most similar attacking midfielder or winger to the Tottenham man.

The best way to see where this comparison has come from is to look at the underlying metrics in which the pair rank closely, including, but not limited to, non-penalty expected goals plus assists, shots on target, expected assists, crosses into the penalty area and more, all per 90.

Ultimately, Spurs will need a replacement for Werner next season, and while he has failed to deliver in campaigns prior, Gil has surely done enough on loan this year to warrant another chance to be that replacement, especially if he's being compared to such an exciting talent.

Tottenham Hotspur have approached a Brazilian transfer target via his representatives as they look to get a head start on the summer window, with north London rivals Arsenal also contacting him in the last seven days.

Tottenham face AZ Alkmaar in Europa League last 16

Spurs take on Eredivisie giants AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of their last 16 clash in the Europa League this evening, with manager Ange Postecoglou revealing that winger Dejan Kulusevski will miss the tie with a foot injury.

Postecoglou could well benefit from the full returns of Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven and Dominic Solanke, who have all been missing for weeks, but the Australian was coy over their chances of starting tonight.

"We’ll see, we'll train today," said Postecoglou in his latest pre-match press conference. "Obviously they've all out for significant amount of time so we'll see when we reintroduce them but they're all here and training today, so we'll make decisions after that."

Spurs' boss will be eager to reintroduce as many first-team stars as possible before the next international break, and the Europa League represents their only chance of winning any major silverware in Postecoglou's second season in charge.

"I think it is fair to say the boys really understand there is a great opportunity for us," said Postecolgou on the Europa League. I think they’ve appreciated the fact that the guys who have been playing through are now able to recover and train and prepare themselves better for games.

"That’s coincided with seeing their teammates come back and certainly the guys that have been out injured, we’ve already seen with guys like Vic, Brennan, Madders to a lesser extent (due to time out) but Wilson, Destiny, they’ve come back with a real hunger and desire to help the team because I think they’ve all been frustrated to sit on the sidelines and see how difficult it has for the group of players who have been playing. They’ve just wanted to help and now they get that opportunity.

"Again, I think you sense that in the group that they appreciate they have some support and some help. There is a platform there for us to hopefully get back to playing our football and seeing how far we can progress."

Tottenham open talks with Flamengo defender Wesley Franca

According to RTI Esporte, the Lilywhites are also preparing for next season by making enquiries over key targets, and one of them is believed to be Flamengo defender Wesley Franca.

As per their information, Tottenham have held talks with Franca's representatives, but they're by no means the only Premier League side who are keen on a move for the right-back.

Cross-town rivals Arsenal also made contact with his camp this week, to gauge the conditions of a potential deal, with Franca's price tag believed to stand at around £29 million.

An "excellent" midfielder is now increasingly likely to join Tottenham Hotspur this summer, having put in some impressive performances in recent weeks, according to a report.

Bissouma set to be replaced as Spurs plan for the long-term

Yves Bissouma has received regular game time ever since arriving from Brighton & Hove Albion ahead of the 2022-23 campaign, but the midfielder has started to play a less crucial role this season, often being utilised as a substitute or left on the bench.

As such, there have been reports suggesting Ange Postecoglou is ready to cash-in on the former Brighton man this summer, which means the manager will need to bring in a replacement, and a number of targets have been identified.

Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, who is valued at around £66m, is one of the names on the list, alongside Real Betis' Johnny Cardoso, with reports from February revealing Spurs are leading the race for the American's signature due to a clause that allows them first option on the midfielder.

GiveMeSport have now dropped a new update on Tottenham's pursuit of Cardoso, reporting the Lilywhites are now increasingly likely to trigger the midfielder's £21m clause to bring him to north London this summer.

Positive talks were held with Betis back in August, and the 23-year-old has continued to impress since then, most recently catching the eye with a solid performance against Real Madrid in La Liga last weekend.

In light of the central midfielder's impressive display, Spurs are now confident forking out £21m would be a savvy investment, but they are continuing to analyse whether he would be a good fit.

The defensive midfielder could be brought in as a direct replacement for Bissouma, with Postecoglou deciding this summer could be the right time to cash-in on the Mali international.

"Excellent" Cardoso impressing in La Liga

The Betis star put in a solid performance against Real Madrid last time out, scoring the opening goal in his side's 2-1 triumph, but as pointed out by freelance scout Ben Mattinson, he tends to sit in deeper areas and flourishes defensively.

This assessment is corroborated by the fact the USA international has performed extremely well on several key defensive metrics over the past year, which suggests he could be a real upgrade on Bissouma.

It was a savvy move for Tottenham to negotiate a £21m release clause for Cardoso, which seems to be way below his value, judging by how he's performed in La Liga, and if he continues to impress they should undoubtedly stump up the £21m this summer.

After succumbing to their first Premier League defeat since January last time out, Tottenham Hotspur return to Europa League action tonight.

Ange Postecoglou's side have endured a torrid year on the domestic front this season, but they have looked far more dangerous in European competition.

The North Londoners finished the league stage of the competition in fourth place, with five wins, two draws and just a single defeat to their name, allowing them to bypass the play-off round altogether.

However, things can never be easy for the Lilywhites, as they will have to take on AZ Alkmaar without the sensational Dejan Kulusevski - although Ange may have just the solution within his squad.

Why Kulusevski can't play against AZ Alkmaar

He has had impressive campaigns in the past, but it would probably be fair to describe this season as Kulusevski's best in a Spurs shirt.

Despite moving between playing on the wing and in the middle of the park, the Swedish international has remained remarkably effective for much of the year.

In just 42 appearances, totalling 3054 minutes, the Stockholm-born dynamo has scored ten goals and provided ten assists.

That means the former Juventus ace has averaged a goal involvement every 2.1 games, or every 152.7 minutes, so the news that he's now out injured is a real problem.

When speaking to the press yesterday afternoon, Postecoglou confirmed that the 24-year-old had a "knock on the foot" and that while it's "nothing serious" he is "unlikely to be back before the international break."

It's not an ideal situation ahead of a crucial knockout game, but fortunately, there is an incredibly talented player within the squad who should be able to cover for his output in the middle of the park.

The Spurs star who can cover for Kulusevski

For once, it feels as if Postecoglu has a few options for how to cover for an injured player, but to ensure his side remain a serious attacking threat, there is only one answer: James Maddison.

Behind the former Juve star, there is a strong argument that the Englishman is the squad's most creative and dangerous midfielder, so keeping him in the lineup in light of the news around the Swede makes perfect sense to us.

Moreover, while the former Leicester City star can run hot and cold at times, he's actually been reasonably effective this season.

In his 34 appearances so far, totalling just 2039 minutes, the "incredible" ace, as dubbed by talent scout Jacek Kulig, has scored ten goals and provided seven assists.

That means he's currently averaging a goal involvement every other game, or every 119.94 minutes, which is actually quite a bit better than Kulusevski.

On top of that, FBref has placed him in the top 1% of Premier League midfielders for actual and expected non-penalty goals, the top 5% for assists and progressive passes, the top 3% for shot-creating actions and more, all per 90.

Ultimately, not having Kulusevski fit for selection is undoubtedly an issue, but in Maddison, Spurs have an incredibly dynamic midfielder who can come in and make up for his absence.

It might not feel like it, but there have been at least a few positives for Tottenham Hotspur this season.

Ange Postecoglou's side may have fallen down the Premier League table and out of both domestic cups, but the massive number of injuries they've had to deal with has seen several youngsters and lesser fancied players come into the fold.

For example, Archie Gray has become an integral member of the first team at full-back and centre-back, while Djed Spence has come in from the cold and now looks undroppable.

Yet, as brilliant as the pair have been, one of their teammates is still worth more than both of them combined.

How Gray and Spence stack up to other full-backs

As most fans know, Gray is primarily a central midfielder, with respected analyst Ben Mattinson even claiming he's a "future £100m" star in that position.

However, due to the sheer number of injuries Postecoglu has had to contend with, the youngster has played in defence more than anywhere else this term, making seven appearances at right-back and five at left-back.

So, as someone filling in, how does he stack up to other full-backs?

Well, according to FBref, when compared to others in the same position across Europe's top five leagues, the Champions League and Europa League, he does quite well, sitting in the top 1% of players for medium passes completed, shots blocked, the top 2% for carries, the top 5% for progressive passing distance, the top 6% for live ball passes and more, all per 90.

Likewise, Spence, who looked like he was on the way out of the club in the summer, has now become an indispensable part of the first team, racking up 20 appearances in all competitions, in which he's scored two goals and provided two assists.

He, too, comes out looking good when compared to other full-backs, with FBref placing him in the top 2% for shots blocked, the top 3% for all blocks and successful take-ons, the top 5% for short pass completion, the top 7% for tackles won, the top 10% for carries into the final third and more, all per 90.

In all, both players have more than made their mark on the team this season, yet one of their defensive teammates is worth millions more than the pair combined.

The Spurs star worth millions more than Spence & Gray

While he hasn't played as much football this season, Destiny Udogie is the defender worth millions more than both Spence and Gray.

According to Football Transfers, the former Middlesbrough star is worth up to €12.3m, which is about £10m, and the former Leeds United gem is worth up to €40.7m, which is about £34m.

However, the Italian international is priced at up to a staggering €66.7m, which is around £56m, or about £12m more than both Spence and Gray combined.

Now, that may sound excessive to some of you, and perhaps it is somewhat, but such a valuation will be mostly based on his incredible form last season.

For example, in what was his first taste of English football, the Verona-born "monster," as dubbed by journalist Travis Levison, made 30 appearances, in which he scored two goals and provided three assists.

On top of that, the 22-year-old was also the first Tottenham player ever to be nominated for the Premier League's Young Player of the Season award.

Finally, as well as still being young and therefore having plenty of time to get better, the former Udinese gem also has a contract set to run until the summer of 2030, which will undoubtedly impact his valuation.

Ultimately, Spurs now look to be in an incredible position when it comes to their full-back options - when all fit - and it'll be interesting to see who becomes Postecoglou's go-to option on either side in the future.

Tottenham Hotspur are now leading the race for an "incredible" forward, who Daniel Levy believes may be available for less than the initial £50m+ asking price, according to a report.

Tottenham pursuing new forwards

Tottenham are keen to strengthen their frontline in the summer transfer window, and Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg has now revealed they have expressed an interest in signing RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who is also a target for Arsenal.

Not only are Spurs interested in an out-and-out striker, but they are also pursuing new wingers, having been left a little light on options in attack at times this season, given the injury crises they've had to endure.

Barcelona's Ferran Torres is one of the players under consideration, while the Lilywhites are also leading the race for Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze, who has been identified as Ange Postecoglou's top target ahead of the summer transfer window.

Eze is not the only Premier League winger Tottenham are thought to be leading the race for, however, with TalkSPORT revealing they are in pole position to sign Southampton's Tyler Dibling, who is now expected to leave at the end of the season.

With the Saints almost certain to be relegated from the top flight, Dibling is set to move on, having been left unhappy by the new deal he has been offered to extend his stay at St. Mary's.

Given the 19-year-old's unhappiness with the contract offer on the table, Levy believes Southampton will struggle to stick to their £50m+ valuation, potentially opening the door for a move to north London.

However, the teenager is also attracting attention from Aston Villa and Newcastle United, who have lodged enquiries, so it may not be straightforward to get a deal done this summer.

"Incredible" Dibling could flourish in a better team

It has been a breakthrough season for the Exeter-born winger, who has established himself as a first-team regular for the Saints, making 28 appearances in all competitions.

However, given Southampton's struggles, collecting just nine points in the Premier League, it has been difficult for the youngster to regularly show his true abilities, providing just two league goals.

Southampton reporter Alfie House has lauded the starlet as "incredible", indicating he could be capable of getting on the scoresheet more regularly in a better side, so it is promising news that Spurs are now leading the race for his signature.

That said, the original asking price of over £50m is a little steep, considering the Saints will be in a weak negotiating position if they are relegated from the Premier League, which will inevitably deter the Englishman from signing a new contract.

The widespread interest in Dibling's signature could drive up the asking price, but Tottenham should be careful not to overpay for a player who is still yet to prove himself as a consistent source of goals and assists.

Tottenham Hotspur are now monitoring an "insane" midfielder, with a summer transfer possible if they are willing to pay the £50m+ asking price, according to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg.

Tottenham planning midfield rebuild

Tottenham are planning to rejig their midfield in the summer transfer window, with manager Ange Postecoglou now making the call to cash-in on Yves Bissouma, in order to fund a move for Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, who is expected to cost around £66m.

Bissouma has attracted interest from a number of Premier League clubs, namely Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Everton, and the 28-year-old's time in north London could be coming to an end, having played a more sporadic role in recent weeks.

Wharton is not the only midfielder on the shortlist, however, with AS Monaco's Lamine Camara also of interest, while Spurs are also in the race to sign Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham, who could be allowed to leave the Championship club for a big fee this summer.

Not only are Tottenham in the running for the Sunderland star, but they are also one of the clubs keen on signing a player who's drawn comparisons to his brother Jude.

Plettenberg has recently confirmed Spurs are now "monitoring" Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson, who is attracting widespread interest ahead of the summer transfer window, with Arsenal, Liverpool and several other unnamed teams also keen.

A summer move is said to be a possibility, should Frankfurt receive a fee of at least €60m (£50m), with the German club expecting "concrete offers" to be put forward.

"Insane" Larsson could be an excellent signing

Freelance scout Ben Mattinson has lauded Larsson as being "very similar to Bellingham", while also praising him for his engine and ability to drive the ball forward.

Postecoglou is well-known for his high-pressing, attacking style, which means it is important to have players with good stamina, indicating the Frankfurt star could be a perfect fit for the Australian's system.

Not only that, but the Swedish midfielder has also proven himself to be a consistent goal threat, ranking in the 89th percentile for non-penalty goals per 90 over the past year, when compared to his positional peers.

At just 20-years-old, Larsson could be a fantastic long-term addition to Postecoglou's squad, so it is promising news Tottenham could be in the race for his signature this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur are now planning to sell Yves Bissouma in the summer, in order to fund a move for a "generational talent" who could cost around £66m, according to reports.

Tottenham keen on a midfielder

Spurs are keen on upgrading their midfield in the summer amid a disappointing season for Bissouma, and Lamine Camara has now emerged as a potential target, with scouts recently being sent to watch the AS Monaco man in action.

Camara is not the only player Spurs have in mind, however, with a £25m bid said to be on the table for Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi, who is now ready to leave the Italian club at the end of the season.

Given Frattesi's willingness to leave Inter, the Lilywhites could have a better chance of getting a deal done this summer, having also expressed interest in the past, and they are also well-placed to sign Real Betis' Johnny Cardoso, who has a £21m release clause in his contract.

Adam Wharton, on the other hand, is more likely to command a much higher fee, with recent reports suggesting the Crystal Palace man could cost around £66m in the summer, amid interest from Manchester United.

As such, Tottenham may need to sell before they can buy, and a report from The Boy Hotspur has revealed they are now planning to cash-in on Bissouma to fund a move for Wharton.

There is no shortage of interest in the Mali international, with Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Everton named as potential suitors, while unnamed clubs from France could be willing to make bids as high as €30m (£25m).

The midfielder is set to enter the final year of his contract in the summer, meaning it could be the ideal time for Spurs to cash in, and there are plenty of signs the Crystal Palace star would be a fantastic replacement.

Wharton could be a "generational talent"

The 21-year-old has been lauded as a "generational talent" by members of the media, having impressed enough during his debut season with Palace to be called up for England's Euro 2024 squad by Gareth Southgate.

Since then, the Englishman has struggled with injuries, but he has remained an important player for the Eagles when fit, most recently displaying his defensive acumen by winning six of the eight duels he contested in a 4-1 win against Aston Villa.

The youngster flourishes defensively in particular, ranking in the 92nd percentile for tackles per 90, and the 81st percentile for interceptions over the past year, when compared to his positional peers, although he also regularly chips in with assists.

Everton are one of a host of clubs who are pushing to sign a "ridiculous" Premier League midfielder at the end of the season, according to a fresh transfer rumour.

Moyes eyeing various signings for Everton

The Blues continue to be linked with potential new signings ahead of the summer transfer window, with West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek emerging as a rumoured priority option for David Moyes.

The Scot managed the 30-year-old during their time together at the London Stadium, with right-back Vladimir Coufal also seen as a possible option to add to Everton's squad.

Club Brugge centre-back Joel Ordonez is an impressive young player who is also reportedly wanted by the Blues at the end of the campaign, especially if Jarrad Branthwaite moves on to pastures new. The Ecuadorian may have scored an own goal against Manchester City earlier in the year, but he is a footballer with lots of potential.

Meanwhile, Moyes is also believed to be eyeing young Championship players who he could help turn into superstars at Everton, although no specific player has been mentioned in this latest update. West Brom ace Tom Fellows is a former target, however, so he could be an option again.

Everton looking to sign "ridiculous" Spurs player

According to a new update from TheBoyHotspur, Everton are interested in signing Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma in the summer window.

The Blues aren't the only club that the 28-year-old is "on the radar" of, however, with Aston Villa and Crystal Palace also getting a mention. European clubs are also tracking him and could tempt Spurs with offers as high as £24.7m, with Tottenham willing to sell Bissouma and replace him with Palace's Adam Wharton.

The £55,000-a-week Bissouma could be a brilliant signing for Everton if they get a deal over the line this summer, with the Spurs man possessing quality and experience in the middle of the park.

At 28, he is still at a good stage in his career, so the Blues wouldn't be signing a player who is past his best, and James Maddison has lauded his teammate, saying:

"We all know Yves’ [Bissouma] ability, he is a ridiculous player at times. He has got a skill not many have. The gaffer is a great man with good morals. He [Yves] has to keep working hard. The performance was there on Monday. It was a case of not putting our chances away. It’s important you try and put into practice what the manager wants. It’s about us trusting him."

Whether Bissouma sees Everton as a drop down in his career remains to be seen, but in fairness, there isn't a huge amount separating them in the Premier League, and the Blues feel like they are on an upwards trajectory under Moyes.