The Boy Hotspur

Tottenham consider Fiorentina defensive sensation Michael Kayode to be an ideal replacement for Emerson Royal.

Emerson Royal has fallen down the pecking order at Tottenham since the arrival of Ange Postecoglou. AC Milan have been in talks with Spurs to sign the Brazilian right-back and if things go according to plan, the South American ace should seen playing for the Italian giants next season.

According to a report from Firenzeviola, the North London club are looking at Michael Kayode as the perfect replacement for the outgoing Emerson. While they do have Pedro Porro in their squad and Archie Gray could also feature at right-back, Spurs need quality as well as depth and they feel the Fiorentina sensation could be a great signing for the long run.

Kayode has had an exceptional rise at the Italian club, he was promoted to their first team last summer and in his debut campaign, he was involved in 37 matches and even contributed towards five goals. He surely got a lot of opportunities last season but is expected to start the 2024/25 campaign behind Dodo in the pecking order.

While he still has four years left on his contract, multiple top clubs are looking to prise him away from Fiorentina who value him at around €30 million. They could lower their asking price just a touch with a month left on the window as they haven’t made any major sales this summer.

There is significant interest in him from Tottenham who have been looking at the Serie A on a regular basis to strengthen their team. They want a replacement for Emerson Royal who is all set to join AC Milan and feel Kayode is the right fit for them. But, they haven’t made a move yet and so far, there is only appreciation from Spurs. While Fiorentina wants keep hold of the 20-year-old, they are unlikely to block a move away as they do need to raise funds.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly close to securing a significant investment deal, with chairman Daniel Levy in talks to sell a minority stake in the club.

Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness has suggested that Spurs might sell around 10-15% of the club to a minority investor, which could value the club at up to £3.75 billion.

Wyness discussed this on the Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, noting that the valuation is reasonable given Tottenham’s assets, particularly their new state-of-the-art stadium.

The 66-year-old executive praised Levy’s exceptional negotiation skills, highlighting his success in consistently securing high valuations for sponsorships and player sales.

The proposed deal is not a full takeover but seeks a minority investor to bolster the club’s financial and operational objectives.

Amanda Staveley, a former board member at Newcastle United, has emerged as a potential investor.

Staveley was instrumental in the Saudi consortium’s takeover of Newcastle in October 2021. She left her role as the club’s director in July and has since then said to be raising funds for investment in another football club.

Wyness emphasised that Tottenham presents a promising investment opportunity for Staveley, given her experience and the club’s robust infrastructure.

Wyness said (via Football Insider):

“I think it is a realistic valuation, given the stadium. Daniel Levy has been known over the years as one of the best negotiators, always pushing for the highest valuations – whether that’s sponsorships or player sales.”

“He’s a good operator and £3.75billion is not far away. I can see how that can happen.

“I’ve also read today that Newcastle are valued at £1billion, when it seems like yesterday they were bought from Mike Ashley for £300million.

“It’s interesting to watch. What they’re really after is a minority investor, not a full takeover for the full amount. They want someone to take around 10-15%.”

Bringing in a minority investor could provide the necessary resources to boost the club’s competitiveness both domestically and in Europe, aligning with Spurs’ long-term goals.

Tottenham’s pre-season has been marked by standout performances from their young talents, including Mikey Moore, Will Lankshear, and Jamie Donley.

These promising players have seamlessly integrated into the first team, showcasing their potential alongside senior squad members.

However, James Maddison has come under scrutiny for his reluctance to pass to his younger teammates.

Alasdair Gold, a reputable journalist and Tottenham correspondent for Football London, has cited multiple incidents he observed where Maddison appeared to ‘frustratingly‘ avoid passing to the younger players during their friendly against the K League All Stars.

Maddison, who joined Tottenham last summer, had a bright start with three goals and five assists in his first nine appearances.

Unfortunately, an ankle injury hampered his momentum, and he has struggled to regain his early form since returning.

His dip in form also impacted his international career, leading to his omission from England’s final Euro 2024 squad.

Manager Ange Postecoglou will need to address these issues as Tottenham prepares for the new season. Maddison’s form and his ability to integrate with the younger players are crucial for Spurs’ success.

The Lilywhites recently bolstered the squad with the additions of teenage talents Lucas Bergvall and Archie Gray, who are expected to be regular contributors next season along with another academy star Mikey Moore, who is being tipped to feature regularly for the first team next season as well.

Tottenham Hotspur are actively seeking to strengthen their attacking ranks this summer under manager Ange Postecoglou, with Federico Chiesa emerging one of the players they keep getting linked with.

According to transfer insider Dean Jones, Spurs have shown interest in the Juventus star, who has also attracted attention from several Premier League clubs.

Jones reported that the Lilywhites have been monitoring Chiesa’s availability, highlighting the player’s versatility as an ideal fit for Tottenham’s offensive needs.

He noted that Chiesa has been offered to various Premier League clubs, and Spurs have expressed some interest in securing his services.

Given the potential costs of signing other targets like Pedro Neto or Eberechi Eze, Chiesa could be a more economical option for the Lilywhites, considering his relatively low transfer fee.

Speaking on the Ranks FC Podcast, Jones said:

“I was quite excited for Spurs in the sense of tracking Chiesa’s availability.

“The versatility of Chiesa would be ideal for that team. I actually had it played up to me last week the transfer and the prospect of it. Chiesa has been offered all around the Premier League and Tottenham, I was told, had a bit of a nibble on that. When you consider what they’d have to pay for Neto or Eze, Chiesa would be cheaper than that.”

The 26-year-old winger is in the final year of his contract with Juventus, which expires next June.

Despite suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury during the 2021-22 season that sidelined him for seven months, Chiesa made a commendable comeback.

Last season, he scored nine goals and provided three assists in 33 Serie A appearances, showcasing his ability to perform at a high level after recovering from a major injury.

Despite Chiesa’s impressive credentials and the financial beauty of the deal, Tottenham appears hesitant to proceed with the transfer. The club continues to evaluate its options to ensure it makes decisions aligned with its long-term goals.

As the transfer window progresses, Spurs supporters will be watching to see if the club decides to pursue Chiesa or opts for other targets to strengthen their attack for the upcoming season.

Tottenham Hotspur have intensified their pursuit of Wolves winger Pedro Neto.

According to the latest report from Football Transfers, the North London club held another round of talks with the Portuguese attacker over personal terms.

The Portuguese international has been a long-term target for the club, with their interest going back to the January transfer window.

He has been one of Wolves’ standout performers since joining the club, scoring 14 and assisted 24 across all competitions.

Last season, Neto scored three goals and provided 11 assists in 24 appearances across the Premier League and FA Cup, despite being out for a total of four months due to a hamstring injury.

Tottenham’s transfer window so far

Tottenham’s transfer window has been relatively quiet so far. The club has not made any significant signings apart from securing the highly-rated midfielder Archie Gray from Leeds United.

Other than that, they have only extended Timo Werner’s loan deal for another year and signed a talent for the future in Min-hyuk Yang.

However, Tottenham supporters might be getting anxious with the club failing to sign a big-name out-and-out striker and another wide attacker, two positions that were considered priorities at the start of the summer, along with another midfielder.

With the new season just a few weeks away, fans will hope Spurs can move quickly to secure the signing of some of their targets, including Neto.

The club’s pursuit of Neto indicates their intent to strengthen the squad and add more attacking options. His addition could provide a significant boost to their attack as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Tottenham Hotspur are not only focused on signing new players but are also enhancing their backroom staff.

In a strategic effort to strengthen their academy, Spurs have brought on board Danny Moody, formerly a senior academy scout at Southampton.

As reported by The Athletic, Moody has left Southampton to join the Lilywhites this summer.

Over the past three years, Moody played a crucial role in overseeing recruitment for Southampton’s U-16 to U-18 age groups. He has also held senior academy scout roles with the likes of Fulham and Liverpool before.

His expertise in identifying and developing young talent aligns perfectly with Tottenham’s ambition to invest in the future by bringing promising young players to North London.

This appointment is part of Spurs’ approach to enhance their youth development program. Recently, the club has focused on signing talented youngsters, including Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, and Yang Min-Hyeok this summer.

Tottenham’s proactive approach to securing top-notch staff like Danny Moody underscores their commitment to building a robust pipeline of young talent.

With Moody’s experience and a keen eye for potential stars, Spurs are poised to further strengthen their academy, nurturing the next generation of football stars for the club.

Tottenham Hotspur are not only focused on signing new players but are also enhancing their backroom staff.

In a strategic effort to strengthen their academy, Spurs have brought on board Danny Moody, formerly a senior academy scout at Southampton.

As reported by The Athletic, Moody has left Southampton to join the Lilywhites this summer.

Over the past three years, Moody played a crucial role in overseeing recruitment for Southampton’s U-16 to U-18 age groups. He has also held senior academy scout roles with the likes of Fulham and Liverpool before.

His expertise in identifying and developing young talent aligns perfectly with Tottenham’s ambition to invest in the future by bringing promising young players to North London.

This appointment is part of Spurs’ approach to enhance their youth development program. Recently, the club has focused on signing talented youngsters, including Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, and Yang Min-Hyeok this summer.

Tottenham’s proactive approach to securing top-notch staff like Danny Moody underscores their commitment to building a robust pipeline of young talent.

With Moody’s experience and a keen eye for potential stars, Spurs are poised to further strengthen their academy, nurturing the next generation of football stars for the club.

Tottenham have no intentions of parting ways with Mikey Moore amidst interest from Premier League rivals.

Moore has had an exceptional rise at Tottenham Hotspur. While he is only 16, the English winger has already made his debut for their first team and he has been putting in some sensational performances for both club and country at the youth level.

His impressive rise hasn’t gone unnoticed and clubs from across Europe are keen on signing him. Manchester City and Manchester United have both been linked with the teenager. They have reportedly offered him a deal to switch clubs but according to a report from Football Insider, Tottenham have no intentions of parting ways with him and they are all set to offer him a professional deal to end speculations about his future.

Moore is all set to pen down a long-term deal as a professional at his childhood club on 11 August when he turns 17. He is currently a part of Ange Postecoglou’s first-team squad for the pre-season and is expected to have a decent role in the team during the 2024/25 season having made his debut towards the end of last season.

Quite a few clubs from across Europe are interested in signing him on a season-long loan but Spurs have no plans to send their wonderkid out on loan for his development. The 16-year-old has already had an impressive start as he scored their winner in a 3-2 friendly win over Vissel Kobe on Saturday. He will be eager to hit the ground running when the new campaign stars and Spurs surely are backing him to come good despite his young age.

Manchester City full-back Yan Couto is not interested in joining Tottenham this summer.

Yan Couto was on fire for Girona last season and his performances surely didn’t go unnoticed. While he is back at his parent club Manchester City, the Brazilian full-back doesn’t seem to be a part of their plans moving ahead. With City ready to cash in on him, multiple top clubs seem willing to battle for his signature.

Tottenham are one of the clubs that have been linked with the 22-year-old but according to Sport BILD via SportWitness, Couto has rejected the opportunity to join the North London club. He prefers making the move to Borussia Dortmund knowing there is an opportunity to establish himself in their first team as they do not have much depth at right-back.

Couto was one of the standout performers for Girona last season as he helped them secure a top-four finish in La Liga. Following his impressive performances, Spurs seem interested in the 22-year-old who will only get better with time. But, they already have enough quality options at right-back.

Pedro Porro is the preferred right-back option and they have recently added Archie Gray to their squad, someone who can feature in midfield as well as a right-sided full-back. While Djed Spence’s future is uncertain, he still remains a part of their squad.

As a result, Tottenham do not need another right-back. The report suggests they were keen on signing the South American ace who could be available for around €25 million. But, they have suffered a massive blow as he doesn’t want to join the North London club and is hoping that his move to Dortmund goes through.

Tottenham could hijack Atletico Madrid’s move for Chelsea academy graduate Conor Gallagher.

The North London club have a long-standing interest in Conor Gallagher. They have been after his signature for months. While they haven’t made any major progress yet, a report from Football Insider suggests Tottenham are planning to hijack Atletico Madrid’s deal for the services of the English international.

Spurs have recently parted ways with Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and with Giovani Lo Celso’s future also uncertain, they do need to add more quality to their midfield. They have been after the services of Gallagher for a long while as people at the club consider him to be an ideal fit for Ange Postecoglou’s style of play.

Deigo Simeone’s Atletico Madrid have been in advanced talks with Chelsea to sign their academy graduate who was one of their standout performers last season. The Madrid-based club’s latest offer was around £30 million which still seems to be way off the mark as the Blues want to raise in excess of £40 million from the departure of homegrown star.

With the negotiations still going on, Tottenham are planning to hijack Atletico’s move. The 24-year-old could be the perfect signing for Spurs as he has a lot of experience of playing in the Premier League. He is a versatile player who can play in different roles and his arrival will give Ange Postecoglou multiple tactical options. But, they won’t find it easy to strike a deal with Chelsea as other rival clubs could make a move for Gallagher.