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Tottenham Hotspur are plotting a raid on Wolves for their midfield star Joao Gomes.

After a disappointing 2024/25 campaign, Tottenham will be hoping they can sign a few top players in the summer, who can help transform them. Ange Postecoglou is looking to strengthen the midfield and could prioritise signing a world-class player to have more control over the game’s tempo.

According to a report from GiveMeSport, Spurs have a long-standing interest in Joao Gomes. They have been scouting the Wolves sensation for almost a year and are considering making a move this summer. Liverpool are keen on the player as well. He has also been linked with Manchester United in the past.

Gomes has only gone from strength to strength since joining the Premier League outfit at the start of 2023 from Flamengo. Not only has he established himself as a key figure in the team, but he is one of the first names on their team sheet. The 24-year-old has been involved in 31 games this season and has contributed towards six goals. Popular pundit Micah Richards has claimed that Gomes is talented player who is ‘going to the top’.

While he prefers playing as a central midfielder, he has done an equally effective job in a defensive as well as an attacking role. His consistent performances haven’t gone unnoticed.

The North London club’s recruitment chiefs have been keeping a close eye on him for the last 12 months. Since Gomes already has a lot of experience playing at the highest level in England, Spurs feel he could directly slot into their team.

They are contemplating whether to make a move for him when the window reopens. Not only is Postecoglou seeking more quality in midfield, but he may also need to replace Yves Bissouma, who is expected to leave this summer.

Joao Gomes will be an expensive addition

However, signing the 24-year-old won’t be easy as Wolves are desperate to keep him at the club. They will only let go of him if their asking price of a minimum of £50 million is met. But, if Matheus Cunha ends up leaving in the summer, they could block Gomes’ move away.

Since the Brazilian international’s £30,000-per-week contract runs until the summer of 2028, Wolves will certainly have the upper hand in negotiations.

Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with a move for Angel Gomes at the end of the season.

The 24-year-old will be a free agent in the summer and he has decided not to renew his contract with LOSC Lille. According to Football Insider, multiple Premier League clubs are keen on the player and former Tottenham scout Mick Brown has now revealed Tottenham are already speaking to the player’s representatives regarding a move.

He has further claimed that Ange Postecoglou admires the ‘technically and tactically excellent’ 24-year-old England international and Tottenham want to get the deal done.

Brown said: “From what I hear as well, the manager likes what he’s seen from him, so it’s one that makes a lot of sense.

“He’ll know how he sees him fitting into the side, what he wants him to do and how he wants him to play.

“They’ll already be speaking to his agent and representatives about a deal because they’re not the only club interested – we’ve spoken about West Ham already.”

Tottenham are clearly stepping up their efforts to sign the 24-year-old and it will be interesting to see if they can convince him to sign a pre-contract agreement. The midfielder is eligible to secure a contractual agreement with Tottenham now.

He will want to compete at the highest level and joining a club like Tottenham will be quite exciting for him. They could provide him with the platform to showcase his abilities in the Premier League and fight for trophies.

Angel Gomes would be a superb addition

Spurs need someone who can control the tempo of the game and add creativity and technical ability in the final third. The 24-year-old is capable of operating as a central midfielder as well as an advanced playmaker.

His arrival would put some much needed pressure on James Maddison as well. He has been quite inconsistent this season and the competition for places will help Tottenham improve as a team.

Gomes has previously failed to showcase his qualities during his time at Manchester United as an Academy player and he will feel that he has unfinished business in English football. He will be determined to prove himself in the Premier League and his hunger to succeed will be an added bonus for Spurs.

Tottenham suffered yet another defeat in the Premier League on Sunday which dropped them down to 14th position in the standings.

Ange Postecoglou’s side were beaten 2-0 by Fulham who are chasing European football under the leadership of Marco Silva.

It was another disastrous result for Spurs and Postecoglou who are failing to turnaround their disappointing season.

Questions are being raised about the future of Postecoglou at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and if results do no improve, he may be shown the exit door at the club.

While Spurs have been unlucky with injuries this season, their playing style, performances and results have all regressed under Postecoglou.

According to GiveMeSport, the North London club have made contact with the agents of Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola.

Spurs are keen on making the Spanish manager their next boss if Postecoglou fails to dig them out of the hole they are currently in.

Andoni Iraola to Tottenham?

Bournemouth have decided to fight off interest in their manager by preparing to offer him a new and improved contract at the club.

Iraola’s Bournemouth are one of the success stories of the Premier League. They are currently chasing European football which would be a massive success for a club like Bournemouth.

The Premier League side have punched above their weight under the guidance of the Spanish manager.

He has developed young players like Antoine Semenyo and Milos Kerkez at the club who are both being chased by some of the biggest clubs in the country.

Spurs still want to back their current manager who is fighting to win the Europa League this season but if the situation fails to improve, they want to target Iraola.

Along with Postecoglou, Spurs could lose their captain Son Heung-min who is attracting interest from Bayern Munich.

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a Bosman move for the former Manchester United academy graduate Angel Gomes.

Tottenham are constantly on the lookout for great opportunities in the market and they seem to have found one in Angel Gomes. According to a report from Football Insider, the North London club are very keen on signing the LOSC Lille star on a free transfer in the summer.

Gomes’ contract at the French club runs out at the end of the season and he has made it quite clear that he won’t pen down a new deal. With him available for free, multiple top clubs are willing to enter a bidding war.

West Ham are amongst his admirers and they have stepped up their interest in him as they look to back Graham Potter in the market. While the Hammers are keen, they will face significant competition from Postecoglou’s team, who are long-standing suitors of the midfielder.

They have been scouting him for some time and consider him a great fit for their project. The Australian manager is keen on bringing him back to the Premier League. He feels they lack quality options in the centre of the park, and the Manchester United academy graduate could help their cause. While things didn’t work out for him at Old Trafford, his move to Lille has been instrumental in his development, even earning him a spot in the England national team.

Gomes could be an asset because of his versatility

Gomes prefers playing as a ten, but he can be deployed in a deeper role as well as on the flanks when needed. He could provide competition to James Maddison for the number ten role. He has been likened to the Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong.

Reinforcing the midfield will be one of their top priorities in the summer, and with Gomes available for free, Tottenham won’t want to miss out on him. But, since there is a lot of interest in his signature, they will have to move quickly to ensure they can bring him to the club.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou is interested in strengthening several positions at the club in the summer transfer window.

Spurs have struggled to perform this season and injuries have played a huge role in that.

There is a desperate need to increase the strength and depth of their squad and the North London club are ready to address that issue after the season.

According to Caught Offside sources, Tottenham remain interested in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.

The England international, who was called ‘exceptional’ by former Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate, has caught the attention of the biggest clubs in the Premier League with his consistent performances.

The centre-back has been rock solid for Palace this season, having made 27 appearances for them in the league and scoring three goals as well as providing two assists.

Spurs were also interested in signing Guehi in the January transfer window but their attempt was rejected by the South London club as they did not want to lose their star player in the middle of the season.

However, Postecoglou’s team are planning to open negotiations to sign the defender again in the summer transfer window.

Tottenham face competition to sign the Crystal Palace defender

Tottenham will compete with Manchester United, Chelsea, and Newcastle United for the player after this season.

Premier League leaders Liverpool have also shown interest in signing the player and have been described as ‘front of the queue’ to win the race to sign him.

Crystal Palace have demanded £75-80 million for the defender in the past, a valuation which has put off interested clubs in signing Guehi.

Sources close to the player have indicated that he is keen on leaving Crystal Palace after this season and he is ready to speak to them in order to demand a move away from Selhurst Park.

The English defender is considering requesting a contract until 2030 from the interested clubs.

Tottenham Hotspur’s struggles this season have not been limited to on-field performances, as concerns over the club’s management decisions continue to grow.

They suffered a 1-0 defeat to AZ in the Europa League first-leg on Thursday in what was one of their worst performances this season. The European competition is their final hope of a silverware this season after having been knocked out of the FA Cup as well as the League cup while they site 13th in the Premier League.

Ange has not had it easy, with injuries being one of the reasons behind their failed campaign. The Australian has been without several of his key first-team players for the majority of the season. In particular, the club had a bad situation in attack with the likes of Solanke, Richarlison, Timo Werner, Odobert and Brennan Johnson al out together at one point.

They also had faced a similar problem in defence with the likes of Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Ben Davies, and Radu Dragusin all out injured.

This left the club in desperate need of reinforcements in January, however, the club did not have the best of transfer windows as they struggled to sign their key targets.

Daniel Levy not happy with Johan Lange’s performance

Chairman Daniel Levy is now reportedly evaluating the future of sporting director Johan Lange, following widespread dissatisfaction with Spurs’ handling of the January transfer window.

The club’s inability to secure crucial reinforcements during a period of mounting injuries left many supporters frustrated, increasing pressure on Lange.

The winter window was viewed as a pivotal moment for Tottenham to strengthen their squad, yet the club failed to address key areas, raising doubts about Lange’s effectiveness in his role.

According to club insider John Wenham, Lange’s standing within the club has significantly weakened, with his credibility diminishing after a disappointing transfer window.

Wenham pointed out that Levy and manager Ange Postecoglou had to intervene to push through a deal for Mathys Tel after Lange’s initial failure to secure the signing—an event that may have damaged his reputation beyond repair.

Speaking to Tottenham News, Wenham said:

“This season has been an absolute disaster.

“Therefore, I wouldn’t say it is without possibility that Lange could be relieved of his duties very quickly at the end of the season. His credibility is pretty low at the moment.

“Daniel Levy and Postecoglou had to get involved to get a deal done for Tel after Lange failed originally. It is embarrassing. As a result, I wouldn’t be surprised if the people who have been involved with recent failures, except the ownership, are removed at the end of the season, and that includes Lange.”

Tottenham’s performance in the January transfer window

Tottenham completed three signings in January. Czech goalkeeper Antonín Kinský arrived from Slavia Prague for £12.5 million to provide depth in the goalkeeping department amid injuries to Guglielmo Vicario and Fraser Forster.

Austrian centre-back Kevin Danso joined on loan from RC Lens with an option to buy for €25 million, reinforcing the defence. Meanwhile, French forward Mathys Tel was signed on loan from Bayern Munich with a €55 million purchase clause, bolstering Spurs’ attacking options.

However, these additions were not enough to turn Tottenham’s season around. With the club sitting in the bottom half of the Premier League table and struggling in the Europa League, significant changes are expected this summer.

If Levy decides to shake things up, Spurs could part ways with Lange and bring in a new sporting director to oversee the squad rebuild and help steer the club back on course.

Tottenham Hotspur signed the Austrian defender Kevin Danso on loan during the January transfer window.

The 26-year-old defender was brought in to add more quality and depth to the defensive unit. Cristian Romeo and Micky van de Ven have had persistent injury problems this season and Tottenham needed more depth at the back.

They decided to sign the Austrian on loan with an obligation to buy. However, former Premier League striker Troy Deeney believes that Danso is simply not good enough. He also claims that Tottenham have wasted their money on the player.

The former Watford striker added that Radu Dragusin is not a quality addition either, and the money could have been better spent elsewhere.

“None of the players that they have brought in have hit the ground running,” Deeney said on talkSPORT.

“Again, Spurs fans are going to go mad but this is the harsh truth. The centre-half, Danso, was going to go to Wolves. That’s it, enough said.

“He was at Southampton when I was running past him, and I can’t run past f*** all. You’ve wasted money. [Radu] Dragusin, £25million on Dragusin. There’s £50m on two centre-halves who are f****** s***.

“You’ve got to look at recruitment. Again, the two centre-halves I’m on about, you’re going to be mad at me, but it’s the truth. I’ve watched enough football to know this Premier League ain’t for you.”

Can Danso prove himself?

It will be interesting to see if players like Danso and Dragusin can prove Deeney wrong in the coming months. Dragusin was highly rated across Europe before he joined Tottenham and Danso was a reliable performer for Lens before he joined Tottenham on loan.

Both players have the physicality and the technical attributes to do well in the Premier League, and it remains to be seen whether they can succeed in English football with Tottenham.

The North London outfit have looked quite vulnerable defensively this season and they have had a disappointing season so far. They need to tighten up at the back if they want to finish the season strongly. Having quality defenders will be a top priority for them.

Tottenham are planning to cash in on one of the players they signed 2022.

With Spurs struggling to perform this season which has lead to reports of the club’s hierarchy looking for a new manager, they are ready to move out their underperforming players in the summer transfer window.

One of their biggest recent disappointments in terms of transfer business has been midfielder Yves Bissouma.

Since joining the club from Brighton, he has failed to hit the heights expected from him and his development as a player has stalled.

Postecoglou is now looking to offload the midfielder in the summer transfer window with Crystal Palace keen on signing him.

John Wenham has told Tottenham News that he expects the African midfielder to leave Spurs and join Palace.

“I’m sure Bissouma would be interested in joining Palace,” John Wenham exclusively told Tottenham News.

“It would allow him to stay in London and the Premier League. Therefore, if Adam Wharton does move on, we could maybe sell Bissouma to Palace for about £15million.

“I’m sure if he was available at that kind of price, a club like Palace would take a chance on Bissouma because he is an experienced Premier League midfielder.

“He spent four years at Brighton before joining Tottenham, so he has lots of experience. However, he just isn’t good enough to play for Tottenham moving forward.”

Tottenham could go through big changes in the summer

The midfielder is not good enough to play for Tottenham and it clearly shows with his disappointing performances.

Spurs are interested in a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze and that could work in their favour if they offer Bissouma to Palace.

Spurs could look like a completely different side next with club captain Son Heung-min also linked with a move away from the club.

Tottenham suffered another disappointing defeat against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League.

It continued their disastrous season under manager Ange Postecoglou who has received criticism from the fans and the media for his team’s poor showing this season.

Spurs are currently in the bottom half of the Premier League and the only thing that can save their season is success in the Europa League but even that is looking highly unlikely now.

The North London club lost their first leg clash in the Round of 16 of the Europa League against AZ Alkmaar and they have it all to do in the second leg at home.

According to TBR Football, the club’s hierarchy is deeply concerned by the team’s poor performances this season.

While there is still some sympathy with the Australian manager due to the injury crisis at the club this season, results are not helping him and making his future at the club even more difficult.

Tottenham want to target a return to the Champions League next season and that can be only achieved by winning the Europa League since qualification through their league position is not possible now.

Ange Postecoglou’s time coming to an end at Tottenham?

The manager has received the backing of the club but some sections of the hierarchy feel that a change of manager could be the solution to their problems.

TBR Football have reported that Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola, Brentford’s Thomas Frank and Fulham’s Marco Silva are all on the shortlist of the North London club and they have been impressed by all three managers and the work they have done this season.

Ipswich Town’s Kieran McKenna is another name that is admired by Spurs and he will be considered if they plan to change managers.

Postecoglou’s future at the club is safe at the moment but the result in the Europa League has rocked the club and they may have to make a harsh decision on the future of the manager if they are knocked out of the competition.

Everton are reportedly preparing to approach Tottenham Hotspur over a potential move for Richarlison, as they look to strengthen their attacking options for the upcoming season.

The Brazilian forward has emerged as a surprise target for the Toffees, who are looking to bolster their squad ahead of their exciting move to their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.

Everton’s current striker situation is causing concern, as Dominic Calvert-Lewin is set to leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the season.

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If he does not agree to fresh terms, Everton could find themselves with just Beto and Youssef Chermiti as their primary centre-forward options for the 2025-26 season. As a result, manager David Moyes, who took over in January, is keen to bring in reinforcements, especially after guiding the team to safety in the Premier League.

Richarlison, who left Everton for Tottenham in a £60million move in 2022, has been identified as a potential returnee to Goodison Park, according to GiveMeSport. Although the Toffees were reluctant to let him go, the club felt pressured to sell him due to financial constraints and the need to comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules. Newcastle United have previously linked to the attacker.

However, after a couple of underwhelming seasons at Spurs, Everton are now reportedly considering bringing him back to Merseyside.

Tottenham Hotspur provide Everton with Richarlison’s price tag for summer window

According to GiveMeSport, Tottenham could be willing to let Richarlison go for a fee around £40million, a loss from the £60million they paid for him just two years ago. Richarlison, who is in the final two years of his contract and reportedly earns up to £130,000 a week, has been inconsistent at Spurs, which could make him available for a lower price than initially expected.

Everton are keen to explore the possibility of re-signing the 26-year-old during the early stages of the summer transfer window.

Richarlison has shown flashes of his previous form at Everton, including an impressive goal-scoring rate of one every 143 minutes in the Premier League this season.