The Boy Hotspur

Tottenham forked out a fortune to acquire the services of Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth.

He was their priority target throughout the summer and they agreed to pay a club-record fee of £65 million to add him to their squad.

Having bagged a total of 21 goals last season, Spurs fans expected him to help them take the next step. But, the 27-year-old didn’t have the best of starts as he picked up an injury, missed a few of their fixtures and was yet to score a goal heading into the game against Brentford.

The former Chelsea and Liverpool striker finally found the back of the net against the Bees which ended his wait for a goal with his new club. Solanke shared a post on Instagram after the game, which read ‘we keep moving’.

Multiple Premier League players reacted in the comments sections and wished the striker well for the future and congratulated him on his goal.

Teammate James Maddison was excited to see the former Bournemouth ace get off the mark, he wrote: ‘First of a helluva lot of goals for you this season, my boy’, along with a heart and praying hands emoji.

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers also expressed his thoughts on Solanke’s first goal, he wrote: ‘He’s off’, including a fire emoji, with Alex Scott saying ‘here they come’.

Kyle Walker-Peters who has been linked with a return to the North London club wrote ‘Off the mark’, added with a raised hands emoji and Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo wrote ‘May the floodgates open!’, including a fire emoji.

While Spurs were quite confident that he would turn things around, several pundits had overreacted to him failing to find the back of the net in his first three outings. It might have been a tap-in but it will surely take a lot of weight off his shoulders and this could easily be the start of a goalscoring spree.

His goal helped Spurs level things up against Brentford and they ended up scoring two more to return to winning ways. Ange Postecoglou will be quite happy with the performance of Solanke, who bagged his first goal and helped secure all three points.

Brennan Johnson has bounced back emphatically after receiving social media abuse following his performance in Tottenham’s 1-0 loss to Arsenal.

The criticism led him to deactivate his Instagram account, but Johnson responded in the best way possible—by delivering on the pitch.

After netting a stoppage-time winner midweek against Coventry City, Johnson struck again, scoring Tottenham’s second goal of the night against Brentford to give Spurs a 2-1 lead.

Alasdair Gold reported that after Johnson’s goal, Tottenham fans erupted into a chant of “There’s only one Brennan Johnson,” showing their support for the young forward.

All the Spurs fans in the stadium singing 'There's only one Brennan Johnson' after that lovely goal from the young Tottenham attacker.

— Alasdair Gold (@AlasdairGold) September 21, 2024

James Maddison added a third goal, capping off a stellar performance with a delightful chip over the Brentford goalkeeper, sealing a 3-1 victory for Spurs.

The win moved Tottenham up to 10th place in the Premier League table with seven points.

Dominic Solanke also opened his scoring account for the club, and fans are hopeful that the team can build momentum and push closer to the top four in the coming weeks.

Tottenham have received a major boost in their pursuit of Kyle Walker-Peters.

The North London club were quite busy in the recently concluded transfer window. They forked out a significant amount and managed to strengthen quite a few key areas. But, there is still a lot to be done and Tottenham continue to explore the market in search of opportunities.

Ange Postecoglou’s team were interested in adding more quality and depth in the full-back department and they were linked with their former academy graduate Kyle Walker-Peters. Spurs couldn’t strike a deal during the summer but according to Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham have received a significant boost in their pursuit of the English full-back whose contract at Southampton is running out.

Walker-Peters’ current deal runs until next summer. While the Saints had officially offered to extend his stay at the club back in August, they haven’t been able to make any progress in those talks. Both parties are not on the same page and as per Romano, those talks have broken down.

The 27-year-old came up the ranks at the North London club and was a part of their first team for around three years before making the move to Southampton. Walker-Peters is well aware of how things work at Tottenham and he will hardly take any time to settle in.

While Spurs have quite a few full-backs in their squad, a few are expected to be on the move in the near future. As a result, they could look to reinforce the position when the transfer window reopens in January. They can sign their former academy star for free next summer but if they do want a new full-back in the winter, they could look to strike a deal with the Saints for the 27-year-old for a bargain price.

Tottenham Hotspur’s young talent, Jamie Donley, has been earning plaudits for his recent performances, with journalist Alasdair Gold particularly impressed by the 19-year-old’s display during his loan spell at League One side Leyton Orient.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Gold highlighted Donley’s performance in Leyton Orient’s third-round Carabao Cup clash against Premier League side Brentford. Despite Orient’s lower league status, Donley stood out, showcasing his creativity, vision, and quick, forward-thinking passing, which created multiple opportunities for his teammates.

Reflecting on Tottenham’s current attacking challenges, Gold suggested that Donley’s inclusion in the first team could have made a “huge difference” to Spurs’ offensive play.

However, he acknowledged that the loan move to Leyton Orient was likely the best decision for the youngster’s development, offering him valuable playing time and experience.

Gold said:

“I was watching Jamie Donley playing for Orient against Brentford the night before. So much of the stuff he was doing, now in hindsight, I was like ‘ugh,’ he’s gonna be at Orient and playing, but my goodness.

“He was playing so many fast, progressive passes, creative balls between the lines, setting people away. And you just kind of thought, had he started in that lineup, I think Spurs would have fewer problems. And I know that’s putting a lot on what is he, 19 years old.

“But I actually think he was that good against Premier League opposition in Brentford. He would have made a huge difference. But, it’s better what he’s doing — I think the loan move is the right choice.”

Donley has been a rising star in Tottenham’s academy since joining in 2013. He first made his mark with the Under-18s in 2020, and more recently, became a key player for the Under-21 squad.

Last season, he contributed an impressive eight goals and 17 assists in 27 appearances across all competitions.

Now at Leyton Orient, Donley continues to develop, and his progress is being closely monitored by Spurs fans. As he gains more experience, there’s growing anticipation that he could soon play a pivotal role in Tottenham’s senior team.

Tottenham were among several Premier League clubs with scouts in attendance at Atalanta’s recent Champions League match against Arsenal, focusing on standout players Ademola Lookman and Ederson.

According to the latest from TBR Football, Tottenham, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Newcastle United, all had sent representatives to scout these two key players.

The match, held in Bergamo, ended in a goalless draw, but both Lookman and Ederson made an impression.

Ademola Lookman, who joined Atalanta in 2022, has rapidly become an essential figure in the Serie A club’s attack.

Notably, Lookman delivered a memorable hat-trick in the 2024 Europa League final, leading Atalanta to a 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen. He finished the season with 17 goals and 10 assists.

His stellar performances have earned him further recognition, as he became the first Atalanta player to receive a Ballon d’Or nomination.

Brazilian midfielder Ederson has also drawn attention, particularly from Spurs, who have been tracking him since January.

Last season, Ederson played a crucial role for Atalanta, making 36 Serie A appearances, scoring six goals, and providing one assist.

His versatility and technical skill in midfield have made him a target for top clubs across Europe.

Tottenham Hotspur’s start to the Premier League season has been less than ideal, with the team currently sitting in 13th place, having earned just four points from their first four games.

However, football pundit Paul Merson believes that Spurs’ on-field performances have been better than their current league position suggests.

Speaking on Sky Sports News, Merson compared Tottenham’s form to that of Newcastle United, who currently occupy third place in the table with 10 points, trailing only Manchester City and Arsenal.

Despite Newcastle’s stronger results, the former England international argued that Spurs have, in some aspects, played better football this season.

Merson while praising the quality of Tottenham’s play said:

“Tottenham are not a million miles away, they’re not a million miles away. I know this sounds silly, but they’ve played better than Newcastle this season and Newcastle are unbeaten.”

Merson’s perspective offers hope to Tottenham fans, suggesting that while results have been underwhelming, the team’s overall performance levels have been strong.

If they continue to play well, their fortunes could improve as the season progresses.

Under manager Ange Postecoglou, Spurs have shown promising signs but have struggled to convert performances into consistent wins. Improving their finishing and tightening up defensively will be key to turning these positive displays into results.

Despite their disappointing start, Tottenham still have the potential to climb the table if they can start turning their solid performances into points.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has shared an update on midfielder Yves Bissouma as the team prepares for their Premier League match against Brentford.

Bissouma, who has been a key player for Spurs, recently returned from international duty with Mali, where he suffered an injury after scoring in a match against Eswatini.

Postecoglou confirmed that Bissouma has rejoined full training and is being closely observed ahead of the Brentford clash.

Although this was his first session back, the manager suggested that the 28-year-old midfielder could be available for the game, depending on how well he recovers.

Speaking ahead of the game during a pre-match presser, the Australian head coach stated (quotes via Football London):

“Bissouma trained today so he should be available for tomorrow.

“He trained today. He trained fully. It is his first session so we’ll just have to see how he pulls up. But if he’s available, he’s available.”

Since his transfer from Brighton, Bissouma has quickly established himself as a vital member of Tottenham’s midfield.

Last season, he made 28 appearances and featured in every match he was available for, highlighting the trust Postecoglou places in his abilities.

As Spurs look to recover from consecutive defeats, Bissouma’s return could be crucial in helping the team regain their form and push for a better result against Brentford.

His influence in the midfield is expected to play a key role as Tottenham seeks to build momentum and improve their standing in the Premier League.

Tottenham Hotspur take on Brentford in the Premier League at the weekend and they will look to bounce back from the defeat against Arsenal in the North London Derby last time out.

They will be desperate to secure Champions League qualification this season and they need to win these games in order to finish in the top four. Brentford are a quality team and Tottenham cannot afford to be complacent. They will have to raise their performance levels in order to win the game.

Former Arsenal star and Sky Sports pundit, Paul Merson has now predicted that Tottenham should be able to win the game. The popular pundit explained that he would have fancied Brentford to win against Tottenham had Yoane Wissa stayed fit.

The 28-year-old attacker will be absent with an injury this weekend and Merson expects it to be a deciding factor.

“I was very disappointed with Tottenham last week and they were also fortunate to go through to the next round of the Carabao Cup,” Merson wrote on Sportskeeda.

“I’d have really fancied Brentford to get the win here, but Yoane Wissa will be a massive miss for them. That injury to him is a huge loss for Brentford.

“Without Wissa in that team, I’d back Tottenham to beat Brentford. Bryan Mbeumo on his own won’t be enough to beat Spurs.”

It remains to be seen whether Tottenham can grind out a positive result here. The fans will certainly expect a big performance from the players and they will have to step up and produce a reaction.

Tottenham have been quite inconsistent this season and Brentford will also fancy their chances of getting something out of this contest.

Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing Javi Guerra from Valencia in the coming months.

According to Fichajes, the 21-year-old central midfielder is valued at €35 million and Tottenham are now ‘preparing a formal offer’ to sign him. However, the North London club are unwilling to meet the asking price.

It will be interesting to see if they can negotiate a more reasonable fee with the Spanish club. Javi Guerra is highly rated in Spain and he is regarded as one of the brightest young talents in La Liga right now. He could develop into a top-class player for Tottenham with the right guidance and it is no surprise that Valencia are demanding a premium.

It will be interesting to see if the two clubs can negotiate a more reasonable fee in the coming weeks. Tottenham need someone who can stitch the play together and control the tempo of the game. The 21-year-old has the technical attributes to do well in English football and he could be a key player for Tottenham. He has the skill set to complement the likes of Yves Bissouma and Pape Matar Sarr.

The talented young midfielder needs to play regularly at this stage of his career, and he should seek gametime assurance as before, making the move to the London club. He cannot afford to sit on the bench at a big club at this stage of his career.

The opportunity to play in the Premier League can be quite attractive for most players and it remains to be seen whether Guerra is keen on the move.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has now confirmed that the North London club looked at Ivan Toney as a potential target earlier this summer.

The former Brentford striker was heavily linked with a move to the North London club and Postecoglou has now revealed in his pre-match presser that Spurs looked at him earlier this summer before deciding to press ahead with a move for Dominic Solanke.

“We did look at him [Toney], but the reality is Dom was the one we wanted that fitted the profile we were looking for at the time,” said Postecoglou.

Ange Postecoglou says Tottenham considered signing Ivan Toney before Dominic Solanke 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/JfLGIPkLG8

— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) September 20, 2024

Toney ended up moving to Saudi Arabia with Al-Ahli. The England international earns a massive £400,000 a week with the Saudi Arabian club and Tottenham would not have been able to provide him with such a lucrative package.

The former Brentford striker has shown his quality in the Premier League over the years and he could have been a useful acquisition for the club. Solanke was outstanding in the Premier League last season as well, and it remains to be seen whether the former Chelsea and Liverpool striker can transform Tottenham him in the attack.

He is still adapting to his new surroundings and he has not been able to hit top form yet. However, there is no doubt that he is good enough for Tottenham and the fans will be excited to see him flourish in the coming months.