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Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the French international midfielder Adrien Rabiot.

The 29-year-old is a free agent after his contract with Juventus expired earlier this summer.

According to a report from Team Talk, the midfielder’s agent (his mother Veronique) has offered the player to Arsenal and Tottenham. The midfielder would prefer a move to London this summer and it remains to be seen where he ends up.

The player is reportedly demanding wages of around £200,000 a week. It will be interesting to see if Arsenal or Tottenham are willing to pay that kind of money for him.

Signing a player of his quality and experience on a free transfer would certainly be an excellent bit of business but his wage demands could scupper any potential move.

Rabiot would improve Arsenal and Tottenham

Arsenal need more quality and depth in the middle of the park and Rabiot will help them control games better. His ability to add calmness and composure from the deep and recycle possession could prove to be very handy alongside Declan Rice. He could form a solid partnership with the England international.

At Tottenham, they have sanctioned the departures of Oliver Skipp and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. The 29-year-old could be the ideal acquisition on a free transfer. It remains to be seen whether they are ready to get the deal done in the coming weeks.

The 29-year-old will look to sort out his future and get back to playing regularly once again. A move to the Premier League will be an exciting challenge for him at this stage of his career. He has the physicality and technical attributes to do well in English football and he will look to establish himself as a key player for Arsenal or Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Sergio Reguilon has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months.

The 27-year-old is surplus to requirements at the north London club and he needs to move on in search of regular playing time. With the Turkish transfer window open until 13 September, the player will have to secure a move soon.

According to a report from the Sunday People via Football Insider, the player has been handed an ultimatum that he needs to join a Turkish club or he will be on the sidelines at the Premier League club in the coming months.

The 27-year-old defender will not want to be on the fringes of the first-team at Tottenham for months and he will look to play regularly. It remains to be seen whether he can secure an exit from the North London club. The defender was on loan at Brentford and Manchester United last season. There is no doubt that he is good enough to play at high level and a move to Turkey could be ideal for him. He could improve plenty of teams in the Turkish league.

Sergio Reguilon needs a fresh start

The 27-year-old was highly rated during his time in Spain and he will look to get back to that level once again. It remains to be seen whether he can find a suitable destination this month.

Spurs will be looking to get him off their books and a permanent exit would be ideal for all parties. If that is not possible, perhaps a loan deal could be on the cards.

Tottenham are currently well stocked in the left back department and they will not be able to provide the 27-year-old with ample opportunities. It would make sense for the two parties to go there separate ways in the next few days.

Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal have been contacted by the representatives of free agent Adrien Rabiot, according to reports.

The English transfer window might be closed, but that doesn’t mean clubs cannot sign new players, with a host of talents currently unemployed.

High on the list of top players looking for a new club is Rabiot.

The 29-year-old is capped 48 times for France to date and played five times in Les Bleus’ run to the Euro 2024 semi-finals this summer.

Having failed to agree a new contract with Juventus, Rabiot — who has also previously played for Paris Saint-Germain and Toulouse — is now a free agent.

Arsenal and Tottenham approached by Rabiot’s agent

Given his status, it’s unsurprising to see Rabiot linked with so many big clubs, with the likes of Newcastle United, Man Utd, AC Milan and Bayern Munich all linked with him throughout the summer.

Meanwhile, Istanbul giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce are understood to have made an approach for Rabiot, but the midfielder seems intent on remaining in one of Europe’s biggest leagues.

According to TBR, Rabiot’s agent has reached out to North London powerhouses Arsenal and Tottenham regarding a possible move.

It’s understood Rabiot’s current wage demands of £220k per week are proving a stumbling block for most interested clubs.

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keeping tabs on the Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu.

According to a report from HITC, the two Premier League clubs are tracking the progress of the 19-year-old left-back and they could look to make a move for him in the future.

Manchester United are reportedly looking to bring in a quality young full-back and Dorgu could prove to be a superb alternative to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. Shaw has had his fair share of injury problems since moving to Old Trafford and Malacia barely featured last season.

Dorgu could prove to be a quality long-term acquisition for them. The opportunity to join Manchester United will be quite attractive for the player as well. They are one of the biggest clubs in the world and they could provide him with the platform to push for major trophies on a consistent basis.

Furthermore, Manchester United have a proven track record when it comes to nurturing young players and they could help him fulfil his tremendous potential.

Tottenham keen on Patrick Dorgu

Meanwhile, Tottenham are looking to bring in a quality alternative to Destiny Udogie.

The 19-year-old will be expected to compete with Italian for the starting spot. Ben Davies will be a free agent in 2025 and Dorgu could prove to be the ideal replacement.

It remains to be seen whether the two Premier League clubs decide to follow up on their interest with an official proposal in the coming months.

Dorgu would be a solid long-term investment for the two clubs if they can get the deal done. The 19-year-old is highly rated across Europe and he has a bright future. With the right guidance, he could develop into a future star for the two Premier League teams.

Tottenham Hotspur will be without vice-captain Cristian Romero for their Europa League group-stage match against Qarabag on 27th September.

The Argentine defender will miss the game due to a suspension dating back to Spurs’ 2022 Champions League campaign.

As reported by Alasdair Gold of Football London, Romero was sent off during Tottenham’s round of 16 tie against AC Milan two seasons ago, after picking up two yellow cards.

He received his first booking in the 17th minute, followed by a second in the 77th minute, resulting in his dismissal. Though Tottenham missed out on European competition last season, UEFA regulations state that suspensions carry over to future tournaments. Therefore, Romero will serve his ban in the upcoming Europa League fixture.

Impact of Romero’s absence

Romero has been a crucial part of Tottenham’s defence under new manager Ange Postecoglou, making his absence a significant blow.

However, the timing of his suspension could be beneficial for the team. Spurs face Manchester United in the Premier League just two days after the Qarabag fixture, meaning Romero’s forced rest may help keep him fresh for the important showdown at Old Trafford.

Radu Dragusin expected to step in

In Romero’s absence, Romanian defender Radu Dragusin is expected to step into the starting lineup. Dragusin impressed in Tottenham’s recent Premier League clash against Newcastle, where he filled in for the injured Micky van de Ven.

His solid performance showcased his reliability as a backup option, giving Postecoglou confidence that the team can manage without Romero.

While Romero’s suspension is a setback, Tottenham will rely on their squad depth to continue their positive start to the Europa League campaign.

With Dragusin likely to start, Postecoglou will hope his team can secure a strong result against Qarabag while ensuring the key players are well-rested for their Premier League challenges ahead.

Tottenham’s summer signing Dominic Solanke has had a challenging start at his new club, suffering an injury during the Premier League opener against Leicester City.

The knock ruled him out of Spurs’ following games against Everton and Newcastle, leaving the team without a key attacking option.

While Solanke’s injury was not deemed overly serious, manager Ange Postecoglou opted not to risk him against Newcastle.

Unfortunately, the absence of a clinical striker was evident, as Tottenham struggled to convert their numerous chances into goals.

Hopes for a return ahead of the North London derby

Tottenham’s next match is the highly anticipated North London derby against Arsenal, and Postecoglou will be hoping that Solanke is fit to start.

Injury expert Dr. Rajpal Brar shared an update, suggesting that the striker is nearing a return.

Speaking to Tottenham News, Dr Brar said:

“It sounds like he is quite close to returning from his ankle setback and based on what Ange said, the medical team was being conservative with him to make sure he’s ready to go for some big matches following the international break.“

“Although he was injury free last season, any player can pick up a knock regardless of injury history.“

“Those contact injuries especially to the foot and ankle can take some time to get back from.”

“I’d expect him to be back in contention on the other side of the international break.“

Tottenham’s injury woes continue

Tottenham have been plagued by injuries in recent seasons, and it appears that this trend has continued under Postecoglou. Last season, over 20 players missed games due to injuries, derailing their campaign after a promising start.

In addition to Solanke, Spurs have already seen Rodrigo Bentancur and Micky van de Ven sidelined this season, with the latter also missing out the match against the Magpies.

Bentancur made a return last weekend, but it remains uncertain whether Solanke and Van de Ven will be available for the derby against Arsenal.

Tottenham Hotspur sanctioned the departure of Giovani Lo Celso during the summer transfer window.

The 28-year-old Argentine international had fallen down the pecking order at the North London club and he needed to leave the club in order to play regularly. The South American is at the peak of his powers and he will look to get his career back on track with regular football at Real Betis.

In the process of selling the player, Spurs managed to secure a first refusal on American midfielder Johnny Cardoso for a fee of around £21 million.

While Cardoso could be a useful player for Tottenham in the long-term, the transfer is likely to prove to be beneficial in terms of marketing and revenue as well, as per Football Insider. The Premier League is growing in popularity in America, and if Tottenham manages to sign the American in the near future, it will certainly help expand their brand in another country.

Tottenham to tap into the American market with Cardoso

Tottenham have already experienced the advantages of having a player like Son Heung-min, who appeals to the Asian market. They are now looking to do the same in America with Cardoso.

The 22-year-old defensive midfielder could be a useful player for them as well. They are lacking in depth in the defensive midfield role and he could be the understudy to Yves Bissouma next season. It will be interesting to see if Tottenham take up the opportunity to sign him in 2025. They need more quality and depth in the side if they want to push for major trophies.

Meanwhile, the midfielder will be attracted to the idea of playing in the Premier League as well. Tottenham are one of the biggest clubs in the country and the opportunity to join them will be quite tempting. It will be interesting to see if they can secure Champions League qualification this season.

Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with a move for the Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the two London clubs were keen on signing the 19-year-old full-back during the summer window, but they did not proceed because of his asking price. The defender is valued in excess of £30-35 million.

The Italian club believe that he is a phenomenal talent with a bright future and therefore they are demanding a premium for him. Romano feels that Tottenham and Chelsea are monitoring him and they could look to move for him in the future.

It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

Romano said: “He was first of all in the list of Tottenham. One of the players Tottenham considered for the full-back position was Patrick Dorgu. Really appreciated by the club but not a deal to make this summer.

“But for both Tottenham and Blue Co, Chelsea, Strasbourg group the deal was considered too expensive because Lecce asked more for than £30m-£35m more than this to get the deal done.

“Lecce believe that Dorgu is a super talent, so Chelsea, Tottenham, several clubs follow him and monitoring him but is still considered too expensive.

“They want to make an investment on him still not spending crazy money because the player still has to develop but Lecce always say more than £30m-£35m for the player this summer and he stayed at the club.

“But keep an eye on this player for the future because I’m sure Tottenham and Chelsea will keep monitoring him.”

Patrick Dorgu would be a long-term asset

Spurs already have Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies at their disposal. Dorgu could be the ideal long-term replacement for Davies if he moves on in the summer. At Chelsea, Ben Chilwell does not have a future at the club and the 19-year-old could be his replacement.

Both clubs have the financial muscle to get the deal done and it remains to be seen whether they decide to act on their interest and submit an official proposal in 2025. The opportunity to join a Premier League club will be quite attractive for the young defender and regular football at Tottenham or Chelsea could accelerate his development.

The asking price might seem like a premium right now, but Dorgu is a prodigious talent and he could justify the investment in the near future.

Summer arrival Lucas Bergvall has revealed how he was booed by his new Tottenham Hotspur teammates shortly after joining the club.

The 18-year-old midfield wonderkid joined the Lilywhites from Djurgarden in his native Sweden over the summer after agreeing an £8.5m move in February.

Bergvall has already made three substitute appearances in the Premier League, while he put in some bright performances during pre-season against the likes of Bayern Munich and Hearts.

However, it looks like his brilliance on the pitch was not matched by his performance in Tottenham’s customary initiation ceremony.

Bergvall booed by Spurs teammates for Abba performance

As is the case for any new player arriving at Spurs, Bergvall had to undergo his rite of passage by performing a song for his new teammates.

It likely won’t surprise anyone that he went for a song by Swedish icons Abba. However, his vocal performance didn’t quite hit the mark with his audience.

“I sang Abba’s ‘Dancing Queen’. It was really, really bad. I was booed afterwards,” admitted the teenager in an interview with Swedish media outlet Aftonbladet (via Football.London).

With his musical embarrassment now out of the way, Bergvall will focus on fulfilling what already looks to be considerable potential throughout the rest of the 2024/25 Premier League season.

Jose Mourinho is reportedly keen on reuniting with Tottenham Hotspur left-back Sergio Reguilon at Fenerbahce.

According to Fanatik, the Turkish club are exploring a loan deal for the 27-year-old, as the Turkish transfer window remains open.

However, the report claims that Fenerbahce intend to negotiate a deal which will see the wages being split between the two clubs for the Spaniard.

Reguilon joined Spurs in September 2020 on a five-year deal after an impressive stint at Sevilla. While he had a strong debut season, injuries and inconsistent form has hindered his progress at the club. To date, the Spaniard has made 67 appearances for Tottenham, scoring two goals and providing eight assists.

After failing to make an impression on new manager Ange Postecoglou, Reguilon spent time on loan at Manchester United and Brentford last season, but neither club showed significant interest in making the move permanent.

Sergio Reguilon needs a move to revive his career

Both Reguilon and Tottenham appear eager to part ways, as the player seeks regular playing time—a prospect unlikely under Postecoglou.

A move to Fenerbahce could offer Reguilon a fresh start and the opportunity to reignite his career under Mourinho’s leadership.

With the Turkish window still open, Tottenham are hopeful that a deal will be reached to resolve the situation before the deadline.