The Boy Hotspur

Dejan Kulusevski has been a key player for Tottenham Hotspur ever since he joined the club from Juventus.

The 24-year-old Swedish winger has established himself as a reliable performer in the Premier League, but he was recently left out of the starting eleven in the game against Leicester City.

Tottenham played out a draw against the Foxes in the Premier League this season and he was left on the bench. The Swedish international winger has now revealed that he was extremely disappointed to be on the bench, but it is the job of the player to accept the decisions of the manager and move on.

The winger further suggested that it is the job of the players to keep working hard and ensure that they are never left on the bench.

“It happens to all of us. I was benched the first game in the Premier League with Tottenham, and it burns, but as I said, try to be as good as possible so you are never on the bench. But those are my thoughts, maybe they are not someone else’s thoughts”, he said to Expressen.

Kulusevski is versatile enough to operate in the wide areas as well as the central attacking midfielder. He has added goals and creativity to the Tottenham attack since joining the club. The winger is likely to improve with coaching and experience in the coming seasons. He will look to establish himself as an indispensable asset for the North London club going forward.

It will be interesting to see if he can hold down a regular starting spot at the Premier League club for the remainder of the season. There is no doubt that he is good enough to start for Tottenham regularly and he needs to iron out the inconsistencies from his game.

Turkish outfit Galatasaray are keen on signing the Tottenham Hotspur defender Ben Davies before the summer transfer window closes.

The 31-year-old Welsh defender has fallen down the pecking order of the club, and he is no longer a key player for them. Davies needs to leave the club in order to play regularly and would be willing to provide him with an exit route.

According to a report from Turkish publication Takvim, the European outfit have ‘turned their eyes’ towards the Tottenham defender, and he is valued at around €10 million. Tottenham already have Destiny Udogie as their first-choice left-back at the club and it remains to be seen whether they are prepared to sanction the departure of the Welsh International.

Davies is no longer at his peak and Davies is clearly on the decline. Now would be the right time to cash in on the player while he still retains some value.

Tottenham already have players like Djed Spence at their disposal who are capable of operating operating as a full back on both flanks. It remains to be seen whether Galatasaray follow up on their interest with an official proposal to sign the 31-year-old defender. The Turkish transfer window closes on 13th September and Galatsaray will have to get their act together and move quickly if they want to get the deal done.

Tottenham have been quite active in the market this summer, and they could look to balance the books. Selling the Welsh defender could prove to be a wise decision if there is a reasonable offer on the table. Meanwhile, the defender will be able to get his career back on track with regular football in Turkey.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven is likely to return in time for the highly anticipated North London derby against Arsenal on 15 September, following the international break.

According to sports scientist Dr. Rajpal Brar, the Dutch centre-back is making good progress in his recovery from a knee injury and could be available for the crucial clash.

Van de Ven picked up the injury during a tussle in Spurs’ match against Everton, forcing him to miss their 2-1 loss to Newcastle United, where Radu Dragusin filled in for him.

While the specific nature of the injury remains unclear, Dr. Brar confirmed that Tottenham has taken a cautious approach to his recovery to avoid any long-term issues.

Speaking to Tottenham News, Dr. Brar said:

“He injured the knee during a tussle in the Newcastle game and has been making progress since. I’d expect him back in contention for the game against Arsenal.”

Van de Ven has quickly established himself as a key player in Ange Postecoglou’s defence since joining Spurs last summer for €50 million.

His performances have been pivotal, earning him the club’s Player of the Season award for the 2023-24 campaign.

Tottenham have reportedly been approached by the representatives of French midfielder Adrien Rabiot, who became a free agent after leaving Juventus earlier this summer.

According to TBR Football, Rabiot’s camp has initiated discussions with both Spurs and Arsenal about a possible move to North London.

Rabiot, who has garnered attention from Turkish sides Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, reportedly prefers to remain in Europe.

However, his high wage demands—rumored to be around £220,000 per week—could pose a significant obstacle for Premier League clubs like Tottenham and Arsenal.

The 29-year-old had a strong season with Juventus, making 35 appearances in Serie A and the Coppa Italia, contributing 5 goals and 3 assists.

He also played a key role in France’s Euro 2024 campaign, starting five matches as the team reached the semi-finals.

While Rabiot’s experience and quality would strengthen Tottenham’s midfield, manager Ange Postecoglou is known for being selective about signings, prioritising players who fit his tactical system.

Whether Spurs will proceed with an offer remains uncertain, especially given Rabiot’s salary expectations and Postecoglou’s cautious transfer approach.

Despite the hurdles, Rabiot’s availability as a free agent could still tempt Tottenham as they seek reinforcements for the season ahead.

Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing the Denmark left-back Patrick Dorgu in the coming months.

According to a report from HITC, the North London club will face competition from Manchester United who are keen on signing the 19-year-old defender as well. Tottenham already have Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies at their disposal. However, Davies will be a free agent next summer and Tottenham are looking at Dorgu as a potential replacement.

Manchester United are looking to add more depth to the left-back department and Dorgu could compete with Luke Shaw for the starting spot. Tyrell Malacia has barely featured last season and he needs upgrading.

The 19-year-old is highly rated across Europe and he is expected to develop into a top-class player. He could prove to be a quality long-term acquisition for Tottenham and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done. The defender is reportedly valued at £30 million.

The Lecce defender is more than just a full-back and he will add a new dimension to the Tottenham attack going forward as well. He has been compared to the former Tottenham player Gareth Bale because of the stylist similarities. The 19-year-old is quite impressive going forward as well and he will help Tottenham in the attack.

It remains to be seen whether the North London club can win the race for his signature. If they can sign him for a reasonable price in the coming months, the move could look like a bargain in the long term.

The talented young defender has the attributes to develop into a world class player and he could be a key performer for Tottenham in the long term. It remains to be seen how the situation develops over the next few months.

Tottenham will look to return to winning ways when they square up against rivals Arsenal in the North London derby after the end of the international break.

While Tottenham haven’t been at their best in the initial phase of the new season, their skipper Son Heung-min has made an impressive start with two goals in their first three league outings.

Ange Postecoglou will be focused on getting things back on track but there are other major issues that the club needs to address in the coming days. They need to sort out the long-term future of their captain and during a Q&A session with fans on Football.London, Alasdair Gold was asked whether the South Korean international would be offered a new contract.

While speaking to the fans, the Tottenham correspondent said: “I would hope so. Spurs know how much he means to them, he’s still a wonderful player in his 30s as well as their biggest star and Son seems to be relishing being the captain. The club have got the security of the extra year option but it’s a deal that surely gets done if both parties want it.”

Son has been one of the mainstays at the club over the years. Since the departure of Harry Kane in the summer of 2023, he has taken over as the skipper and seems to be relishing it. While the left-winger is still going strong, he is already 32 and his contract runs out in less than 12 months.

The North London club do not need to panic as they have the option to extend his stay by another year but it will depend on both parties reaching a common ground. Gold hopes Spurs will look to offer him a new deal altogether as he still is at the top of his game and could surely be around for a few more years.

Sergio Reguilon is still looking for a way out of Tottenham, but he could be forced to stay and fight for his place.

Sergio Reguilon was an important part of Tottenham’s first-team plans following his £32 million move from Real Madrid back in 2020. But, he has been surplus to requirements for a while now and has been out on loan for the past two seasons.

The Spanish full-back was keen on securing a move away from the club in the recently concluded transfer window but things haven’t gone according to plan so far.

While speaking on GIVEMESPORT, Jacobs said: “Reguilon will be looking at the Turkish market and hoping that something materialises. But if it doesn’t, then he’ll sit tight at Spurs with the belief that, like Djed Spence, there might be an unlikely way back into the first team.”

Reguilon is not a part of Ange Postecoglou’s plans and Spurs were expected to sanction his departure with his contract running out in less than 12 months. Lille were keen on signing him on a temporary basis. But, it didn’t go through as Spurs were pushing for the loan deal to have an obligation to buy or at least a suitable buy option.

The North London club’s demands were beyond Lille’s reach and the move fell through. While the transfer window in Europe’s top five leagues is over, it still remains open in Turkiye and Reguilon is hoping he can secure a move away before their 13th September deadline. But, if things don’t go according to plan he will have to sit on the sidelines hoping for a chance to revive his career at the North London club.

Tottenham Hotspur’s active summer transfer window saw them spend €148.85 million on players like Dominic Solanke, Wilson Odobert, Archie Gray, and Lucas Bergvall.

However, fans hoping for additional reinforcements via free agent signings might be disappointed, as journalist Alasdair Gold has indicated that such moves are unlikely.

During a Q&A on football.london, Gold addressed speculation surrounding potential free agents like Adrien Rabiot.

He explained that Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou is not inclined to sign players just to fill gaps, emphasizing that new arrivals must fit his tactical vision for the club’s long-term development.

Gold suggested that unless Tottenham face significant injuries before the Premier League squad registration deadline, the club is unlikely to pursue short-term options through free agents.

Postecoglou’s approach has been consistent, particularly when it came to strengthening the defence, with the manager holding out for players that align with his system.

Gold responded to questions by saying:

“Unless there are any injuries… I’d be surprised if there was a free agent signing. Mainly because Postecoglou is always talking about not signing short-term, stop-gap players… He only wants players that fit his very specific system.”

Names like Memphis Depay, Anthony Martial, and Turkish international Yusuf Yazici have been linked with various clubs, including Spurs, but unless unexpected squad issues arise, Tottenham are unlikely to make any last-minute signings.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall faced tough criticism following his performance for Sweden in their 3-1 win over Azerbaijan.

Despite his strong pre-season form with Spurs, the 18-year-old struggled to make an impact during his substitute appearance in the Nations League opener.

Bergvall, who joined Tottenham earlier this summer in an £8.5 million transfer, had quickly caught the eye of Spurs’ coaching staff with his pre-season performances.

His promising development earned him a call-up to the Swedish national team, where he made his second international appearance.

Substituting Alex Douglas in the 72nd minute, Bergvall was expected to make a difference, but his short time on the pitch left much to be desired.

Swedish media outlet Fotballskanalen was particularly harsh, stating that the young midfielder “tried to deal with the ball and be fearless” but ultimately “failed at everything.”

The criticism pointed to his inability to make a meaningful contribution during his brief cameo, resulting in negative reviews.

Despite this setback, Bergvall’s talent is clear. Last season, while on loan in the Allsvenskan, he made 19 appearances, scoring six goals and providing five assists—demonstrating his potential.

Tottenham remains optimistic about his future, and the coaching staff will be focused on helping him overcome this transition to top-level football in Europe.

As Bergvall continues to mature, both Spurs and the Swedish national team will be hopeful that the experience will help him develop and deliver improved performances going forward.

A supercomputer has made a bold prediction about Tottenham Hotspur’s Europa League campaign, suggesting the Lilywhites will reach the semifinals before being eliminated, as reported by Football London.

The AI analysis, provided by Grosvenor Sport, sees Spurs putting up a strong fight but ultimately falling short of securing the trophy.

With the new Europa League format featuring eight group-stage matches (four home, four away), the forecast suggests that Spurs will finish 11th overall, which would force them into a two-legged playoff round.

Despite the challenging path, the AI predicts victories for Tottenham against Rangers in the playoffs, followed by triumphs over Midtjylland and Union SG, setting up a semifinal showdown.

However, the supercomputer forecasts that Manchester United will be Tottenham’s undoing, with the Red Devils advancing to the final.

Manchester United are expected to finish in the top eight of the group stages, which would grant them a direct route to the last-16, and they are tipped to ultimately win the competition by defeating Athletic Club Bilbao in a dramatic final, settled on penalties.

While the AI has Tottenham coming close to Europa League glory, fans will hope the prediction underestimates their chances of going all the way under Ange Postecoglou’s guidance.