The Boy Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur’s young talent, Mikey Moore, once again demonstrated his extraordinary potential, this time with a stunning solo goal for England’s U19s in their 4-1 victory over the Netherlands.

The 17-year-old winger has been turning heads on the international stage, and his latest contribution further solidifies his reputation as one of Europe’s promising prospects.

Moore came off the bench in the 65th minute and capped his performance with a remarkable goal in stoppage time. Picking up the ball in midfield, he showcased his composure and skill by dribbling past a few Dutch defenders with ease, before finishing calmly with his left foot.

The teenager’s ability to navigate through opposition players and his confident finish highlighted his advanced footballing intelligence, especially given he’s playing two years above his age group.

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Mikey Moore’s impressive form

This goal marked Moore’s first for England’s U19s since moving up from the U17s, where he scored an impressive 10 goals in 12 appearances. His seamless transition between age groups highlights his potential to become a generational player.

At the club level, Moore has also been making strides. After signing his first professional contract with Tottenham in August, he made his European debut in a 3-0 win against Qarabağ FK in the UEFA Europa League.

Shortly after, he earned his first senior start in a 2-1 victory over Ferencváros, with manager Ange Postecoglou praising his impact and performance.

As Moore continues to develop both for Spurs and England, his future looks incredibly bright, with many expecting him to be a key player for both club and country in the years to come.

Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent weeks.

Premier League champions Manchester City are looking to secure his signature and they will face competition from Tottenham Hotspur. Former Tottenham director Fabio Paratci has been keeping tabs on the 23-year-old Italian international for quite some time and his suggestions are still highly regarded at the North London club, as per Inter Live.

It will be interesting to see if Tottenham decide to make a move for the midfielder in the coming weeks. They could certainly use another quality defensive midfielder and Ricci would be a superb addition. Paritici could certainly use his connections in Italy to aid any potential move.

Spurs have been scouting the player this season as well.

The player has been linked with Manchester City following the injury blow to Rodri. The Spanish midfielder has been ruled out for the remainder of the season with ligament damage and Manchester City need quality alternatives.

Samuele Ricci would improve both clubs

Ricci is highly rated across Europe and he could develop into a key player for both clubs. Manchester City certainly have more financial resources compared to Tottenham and it remains to be seen how the North London club attract him amid interest from their English rivals.

The 23-year-old would be a long-term investment for Tottenham if they can get the deal done. He has all the attributes to develop into a key player for Tottenham and he could fulfil his world-class potential with the right guidance as well. If Tottenham can sign him for a reasonable price in the coming months, the move could look like a major bargain in the long term.

The 23-year-old is highly rated across Italy and it remains to be seen where he ends up. There will be no shortage of clubs looking to sign him if he is made available in the coming months.

Guglielmo Vicario has done quite well for Tottenham Hotspur since joining the club from Empoli.

He has established himself as a key player for the North London club, and he is undoubtedly one of the most reliable goalkeepers in the Premier League right now.

According to a report from Calciomercato, his impressive performances in England have not gone unnoticed. There have been rumours of a potential return to Italian football, but Tottenham are unwilling to sanction his departure unless there is a ‘mind-blowing offer’.

The player is reportedly focused on the task at hand as well, and he is not angling for a move away from the North London club either. It will be interesting to see if any club is willing to come forward with a lucrative proposal to sign the 28-year-old.

He is at the peak of his powers and he could prove to be a quality option for most clubs. Spurs will want to hold onto him for as long as possible. They needed a reliable goalkeeper after Hugo Lloris, and they seem to have found one in the Italian international.

Tottenham will not want to lose Vicario

Tottenham are under no pressure to sell him right now, and they will want to build a formidable squad with their key players. The North London outfit will look to challenge for major trophies consistently and they will look to compete in the UEFA Champions League as well. They must hold onto their best players if they want to match up to the European elite regularly.

Meanwhile, the 28-year-old goalkeeper seems to be enjoying this time in English football and he will look to improve further in the coming weeks. He has been criticised for his handling during set pieces and the Italian international will want to cut the weaknesses out of his game and establish himself as one of the best players in the world in his position.

Crystal Palace attacker Eberechi Eze continues to be linked with a move away from the London club.

The 26-year-old was linked with clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United during the summer transfer window. However, a move did not materialise back then.

Fabrizio Romano has now revealed that the player is still appreciated by Tottenham and they could face competition from Manchester United. Eze will cost around £60 million, due to a release clause in his contract and it remains to be seen whether Tottenham or Manchester United are prepared to pay up.

The London outfit could certainly use more quality and cutting-edge in the final third. The England international is capable of operating as a winger as well as a central attacking midfielder. He could compete with James Maddison for the starting spot. Competition for places will help Tottenham improve as a team. His ability to create goalscoring opportunities and get on the score sheet could make him a valuable asset for the London outfit.

Meanwhile, Manchester United are looking to add more quality to their attacking unit as well, and they want to invest in a wide player. It will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for the Crystal Palace star in the coming months.

Both clubs have the financial muscle to get the deal done and Eze will want to join a club where he will be able to push for major trophies on a consistent basis.

Tottenham top talents have reportedly caught the attention of Real Madrid, with the reigning European champions showing interest in not one but two key Spurs players for a potential transfer.

According to a report from The Mirror, Real Madrid have set their sights on both Cristian Romero and Pedro Porro, two vital members of Ange Postecoglou’s squad.

Cristian Romero has been on Madrid’s radar for some time, with the Argentine defender impressing with his consistent performances in the Premier League.

A cornerstone of Tottenham’s defensive setup, Romero’s reliability and commanding presence have earned him attention from major European clubs.

However, the Lilywhites remain firm in their commitment to keeping him as part of their long-term project. Romero, who is under contract until 2027, continues to be a crucial part of Spurs’ defensive strategy.

Real Madrid now eyeing Tottenham right-back Pedro Porro as well

In addition to Romero, Los Blancos is also interested in Tottenham’s dynamic right-back, Pedro Porro. Since joining from Sporting CP in January 2023, Porro has emerged as one of Spurs’ standout performers, playing a pivotal role on both ends of the pitch.

The Spanish full-back was a regular in Postecoglou’s starting XI last season, contributing three goals and seven assists in 35 appearances. His consistent performances have helped establish him as one of the Premier League’s top full-backs.

With Real Madrid vice-captain Dani Carvajal sidelined for an extended period due to a knee injury, the Spanish giants are in the market for a right-back, and Porro’s previous experience in La Liga with Girona and Real Valladolid makes him a strong candidate for the role.

Madrid’s interest in the versatile full-back could be tempting, especially for Porro, who might view a return to Spain as an opportunity to boost his chances with the national team.

He recently opened up about the Madrid links, expressing his pride over it, and refused to rule out a future move.

Other reports have linked another Tottenham star with Madrid, with suggestions that the European giants have identified Micky van de Ven as the ideal replacement to Sergio Ramos.

Despite these reports, any move for Romero or Micky van de Ven won’t come cheap for Madrid. They will need to cough up a substantial amount to tempt Levy to consider the sales of his most prized assets.

Real Madrid are also linked with a move for Trent Alexander-Arnold, and the Liverpool’s star current contract situation could make him a much move favourable option than Pedro Porro.

Speculation has arisen around Tottenham assistant coach Ryan Mason, following recent reports that he was in discussions to take over as manager of Belgian club Anderlecht.

Mason emerged as a leading candidate for the role, with both sides reportedly keen on the move. However, the deal fell through, as both parties reportedly mutually decided it was not the right time for Mason to step into first-team management.

Former Tottenham scout Bryan King has raised concerns that there may be deeper issues behind the scenes influencing the breakdown of the Anderlecht talks.

Bryan King on Ryan Mason’s failed move to Anderlecht

King suggested that Mason, who has been part of the Spurs coaching team since 2018, is at a crossroads regarding his long-term future at the club. As one of Ange Postecoglou’s key assistants, Mason is highly regarded within the Tottenham setup.

However, the failed Anderlecht move has led King to wonder if there are deeper reasons behind the scenes contributing to the breakdown of those negotiations.

King questioned why the Anderlecht talks collapsed and whether Mason’s current role at Spurs has become uncertain.

Speaking to Tottenham News, he said:

“Mason has been there long enough. He is supposedly one of Postecoglou’s right-hand men. Therefore, he also needs to start producing the goods. However, does he want a long-term future at Tottenham, or will he continue looking elsewhere?

“Why did the Anderlecht talks break down? There could be a behind-the-scenes problem, which means it is time for Mason to move on. However, if not, he must be 100 per cent behind Postecoglou and Spurs.”

Mason, who has been part of the Spurs coaching staff since 2018 and twice stepped up as interim manager, now faces uncertainty over his long-term future at the club.

He is highly regarded within the Tottenham setup and serves as a key assistant to current head coach Ange Postecoglou.

Mason’s leadership abilities have been tested before, stepping in as interim manager in 2021 following José Mourinho’s dismissal, and again after Antonio Conte’s departure in 2023. He even expressed readiness to take the Spurs job permanently before the club ultimately hired Postecoglou.

Tottenham are reportedly focusing on strengthening two key positions during the upcoming January transfer window, according to club correspondent Alasdair Gold.

While Spurs made notable summer signings, including Dominic Solanke, Wilson Odobert, Archie Gray, and Lucas Bergvall, the club feels further reinforcements are needed, particularly in defence.

Gold highlighted the club’s priority to bolster the defensive unit, with a specific need for a left-back capable of fitting into Ange Postecoglou’s inverted full-back system.

Tottenham will prioritise two positions in January

Additionally, Spurs are on the lookout for a pacey centre-back to offer versatility and cover across the backline, helping maintain competitiveness in the Premier League and other competitions.

Although Destiny Udogie has impressed as the first-choice left-back, concerns remain over the lack of a suitable backup. While Ben Davies is a dependable option, Tottenham are seeking a younger alternative to ensure Udogie receives proper rotation throughout the season.

Gold also emphasised the need for competition in goal. Tottenham’s current first-choice goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario, has performed well but could benefit from an additional quality backup to push him further.

When asked about the positions Spurs will look to strengthen in January, Gold said on Q&A for Football.London:

“Annoyingly, Spurs still have to be aware of the Europa League squad restrictions, knowing that whoever they bring in, if they want them to play in Europe, then other players will have to be removed from that squad.”

“Postecoglou could well take that into account but mainly he’ll be thinking about the other three competitions and the need to keep evolving his squad, which should override the European concerns.”

“I would say a left-back able to play in the inverted style and another centre-back with a bit of pace are the biggest priorities in my opinion as potential January additions.”

“In an ideal world, a player who could fill both roles would only require one person to come out of the Europa League squad if they are to be registered should Spurs get to the knockout stages.”

“Beyond that, Vicario needs someone to challenge him going forward and further midfield and attacking options are going to be required to continue the development of the squad.”

Spurs to target a new midfielder next summer

Gold has also claimed that Spurs want to sign another defensive midfielder as well, but that is not expected to happen in January.

According to him, Ange will offload one of the current midfielders next summer and replace him with a new number 6 next summer.

Tottenham Hotspur winger Dejan Kulusevski has been quite impressive since joining the club.

He has performed at a high level during his time at the club, and his ability to slot into multiple roles is an added advantage. The Swedish international is capable of operating in wide areas as well as a central attacking midfielder.

The 24-year-old has established himself as an asset for the North London club and he will look to help them win major trophies in the coming seasons.

Kulusevski has now opened up on a piece of advice he received from Cristiano Ronaldo during their time together at Juventus. The Portuguese international urged Kulusevski to get to know his body better and play according to his strengths and weaknesses.

However, the Swedish international did not quite understand his body back then, but he is starting to understand his physicality better and that has allowed him to tap into his strengths and minimise his weaknesses.

Kulusevski told Fotbollskanalen: I’m getting to know my body. When I was younger, I didn’t understand when [Cristiano] Ronaldo told me: ‘You will get to know your body’. Because I didn’t know my body then.

“But now I’m starting to understand my strengths and weaknesses, how I can improve. So I feel like everything is getting easier.”

Dejan Kulusevski could get better

Kulusevski is yet to enter the peak of his career and he could get better with coaching and experience. He has the physical and technical attributes to develop into a star for Spurs in the Premier League. Tottenham will certainly be delighted with the player’s recent comments, and they will hope that he can improve further and continue to impress every week.

The North London outfit will need their key players in top form if they are to end their wait for silverware soon.

Southampton winger Tyler Dibling has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks.

The 18-year-old has made quite an impression in the Premier League this season and his performances have attracted the attention of the big clubs. According to former Premier League scout Michael Brown, all of the top clubs are tracking his progress ahead of a potential move next summer.

Brown has previously worked for Tottenham Hotspur as well and a report from Football Insider claims that the North London club is keen on the 18-year-old.

“There’s definitely going to be interest in him,” Brown told Football Insider.

“You can bet your life there’ll be interest from all of the big clubs who will be watching him closely.

“The same would be the case for any 18-year-old breaking into the first-team and doing well despite his club struggling.

“But I’m told clubs are definitely watching him and they’ll be considering making a move next summer.”

Dibling could prove to be a quality long-term acquisition for the North London club if they can get a deal done. They could certainly use more quality and depth in the wide areas. The 18-year-old is capable of operating on either flank and he will add goals and creativity to the side. His ability to take on defenders and beat them in one-versus-one situations will add some much-needed cutting edge and unpredictability to the Spurs attack.

Tyler Dibling would be a superb addition

It will be interesting to see if Tottenham can win the race for his signature, especially with several other clubs keen on signing him as well. Dibling is a prodigious talent with a bright future and he could develop into a top-class Premier League winger with the right guidance.

Whoever ends up signing him will have a future star on their hands.

Tottenham need more quality in the attack if they want to compete for major trophies. An exciting young winger could make a big difference for them. Tottenham are currently lacking a natural dribbler and Dibling could fill that void and add a new dimension to their attack.

It remains to be seen whether Spurs follow up on their interest with an offer to sign the winger in the coming weeks.

Brazilian attacker Richarlison is expected to miss the game against West Ham United on 19 October.

Injury expert Dr Rajpal Brar has now revealed to Tottenham News that the South American forward is unlikely to return for the West Ham game unless he returns to training immediately. The 27-year-old is currently sidelined with an injury and he has played just 25 minutes of Premier League football this season.

He said: “Difficult to say if he’s on track to return right after the break as it all depends on what’s going on behind the scenes.

“Based on what Ange said on September 19 – stop asking until I give an update – I imagine that he’s still somewhat away from returning from what seems to be a serious concern.

“Unless he’s back in training over the coming days, I think he’s likely to miss the next game.“

Richarlison will be thoroughly disappointed with his injury situation this season. He seemed to be getting back to his best last season and he would have expected to build on it and establish himself as a key player for the club this season. It will be interesting to see if he can return to action quickly and establish himself as an indispensable asset for Ange Postecoglou.

Richarlison needs to regain his spot in the side

Spurs have already invested in a quality striker like Dominic Solanke and Richarlison will find it difficult to start every week. He needs to get over his injury nightmare and regain his form and confidence soon.

If he manages to get back to his best, he could be an important option to have. His ability to create goalscoring opportunities and find the back of the net could prove to be very useful. Furthermore, he is versatile enough to operate anywhere across the front three.

He has extensive experience of the Premier League and he could hit the ground running and transform Tottenham in the final third.