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AC Milan have submitted a second bid of €14 million in their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur defender Emerson Royal.

‘In the last few hours‘, Milan have ramped up their efforts to secure Emerson’s transfer following a knee injury to their defender Alessandro Florenzi, which has increased their need for a reliable right-back. The Italian club sees the Brazilian international as an ideal replacement.

According to Calciomercato.com, Tottenham initially set Emerson’s price at €20 million but have since lowered their asking price to €18 million, including bonuses.

Despite this adjustment, Milan’s latest offer still falls short, causing Spurs to delay finalising the deal.

Milan’s second offer of €14 million is currently being reviewed by Spurs, who are holding out for €15 million guaranteed, plus an additional €3 million in easily achievable bonuses.

The report claims that Spurs have not given the green light to Milan’s latest offer as yet but a deal is expected to be agreed soon.

Emerson joined Tottenham in 2021, signing a five-year deal for a reported £25.8 million transfer fee. His time at Spurs has been marked by various challenges, including knee surgery following an injury sustained on international duty with Brazil in March of the previous year.

Last season, Emerson demonstrated his versatility by filling in as a starter at left-back and centre-back due to numerous injuries within the squad.

However, he struggled to secure a regular starting position under manager Ange Postecoglou, making only 11 Premier League starts and largely remaining a backup across the defensive line.

As negotiations with Milan continue, Tottenham remains steadfast in their valuation, hoping to reach an agreement that aligns with their financial goals.

Alan Hutton feels Tottenham could be priced out of a move for Viktor Gyokeres.

Signing a striker remains one of the top priorities for Tottenham Hotspur as we prepare to enter the final month of the transfer window. They are still on the lookout for an ideal replacement for Harry Kane who left the club last summer.

Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres is one of the names on their wishlist but Alan Hutton feels Spurs could be priced out of a move for the Swedish star.

While talking to Tottenham News, the former Scottish defender said: “The way Tottenham play, if you’re a decent striker, you’ll get a lot of opportunities.

“It’s high-octane football with crosses into the box, one-twos, James Maddison and people like that, the full-backs coming in so playing in that Tottenham team you’re going to have lots of opportunities.

“He’s a guy who knows where the back of the net is, so he’s going to get the opportunity to score a lot of goals, but the problem for me is the fee.

“£ 80 million-plus, I know it could possibly be lowered but are they willing to pay that? I’m not sure, I don’t really know their situation in terms of finances.”

Gyokeres made the move to Sporting CP last summer from Coventry City and he hasn’t looked back since. In his debut campaign for the Portuguese club, the 26-year-old striker scored 43 goals and even bagged 15 assists in his 50 outings. His exceptional numbers in front of goal have put him on the wishlist of Tottenham who are on the lookout for a new number nine.

Hutton feels any striker that ends up joining Spurs this summer will have quite a few opportunities to score goals given how the club have been playing under Postecoglou. Gyokeres is someone who knows where the back of the net is and he will surely get a lot of opportunities at Tottenham but his price tag could be a problem.

His current contract has a release clause worth £84 million. While Sporting could make him available for a lower fee, the former Tottenham defender feels Daniel Levy will not be willing to meet the demands of the Portuguese club for Gyokeres.

The North London club are likely to be priced out of a move for the Swedish international and they might prefer going after the services of Ivan Toney who knows the Premier League inside out. He is well aware of the pressure of playing in the English top flight. More importantly, he seems to be a better and cheaper alternative to Gyokeres.

Tottenham full-back Sergio Reguilon could make a return to Sevilla ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Sergio Reguilon has gone way down the pecking order at Tottenham over the last few seasons. He has spent the last two campaigns out on loan and doesn’t seem to be a part of their plans moving ahead. The Spanish defender is expected to be on the move this summer and according to a report from El Mira, Sevilla is the most ‘likely destination’ for the Real Madrid graduate.

Reguilon came up the ranks at Los Blancos and after a season with their first team, he ended up joining Sevilla on a season-long loan. During the 2019/20 season, he featured in 38 matches for them and contributed towards eight goals (3 goals, 5 assists) helping them win the Europa League. Given the kind of success he has had at the Spanish club, a return surely can’t be ruled out.

On the back of his impressive loan spell at Sevilla, Tottenham forked out €30 million to sign him. While he was an integral part of their first team in the initial years, he has spent the last 24 months out on loan at Atletico Madrid, Manchester United and Brentford. Reguilon is not a part of Ange Postecoglou’s plans moving ahead and a return to Sevilla seems a real possibility.

The Spanish club are in desperate need of a new left-back with all three of their full-backs having one foot out of the club. García Pimienta has no options but to look at the market for alternatives and they seem to have a great opportunity in Reguilon with his future at Tottenham quite uncertain.

The report suggests that the former Real Madrid full-back could choose to leave on loan yet again and Sevilla seem to be the likely destination. But, with his contract running out in 12 months, Spurs could push for a permanent move.

Gianni Balzarini believes Tottenham could face serious competition from rival clubs for the services of Juventus star Federico Chiesa.

Chiesa’s future at Juventus has been uncertain for a while now. With his contract running out in 12 months, there are high chances of him making a move away. Tottenham have been pushing hard for the services of the Italian winger.

While reports suggest his agent Ramadani is in London to hold talks with Spurs, Gianni Balzarini suggests there could be other English clubs who are willing to battle it out for the 26-year-old attacker.

While speaking on his YouTube channel, Balzarini said via TuttoJuve: “Chiesa is a Premier League player by his characteristics, just look at Liverpool’s repeated interest in him. Rumours say his agent Ramadani is in London these hours to make contact not only with Tottenham. London is a bit of a centre for English negotiations, so I wouldn’t be surprised if there was another destination besides Tottenham. So many clubs are interested but none have made a concrete offer so far. The starting price set by Juve is around 20 million due to the looming deadline”.

Chiesa had an incredible start to life at Juventus but injuries have hampered his progress. He hasn’t been able to return to his best for some time now. While Thiago Motta would love to have him around, the Italian club are not willing to meet his demands and a move away might be the only way out. With the deadline day fast approaching, the Old Lady are willing to sanction his departure for just €20 million.

Tottenham are keen on adding more quality out wide on the flanks and they have their eyes set on Chiesa. They consider him to be an ideal fit for Ange Postecoglou’s system. He might have had his injury struggles but since he is only 26, the Italian winger can surely bounce back. His arrival will give the Australian manager more options to work with.

The North London club have been working on a potential transfer for some time. But, Balzarini believes they will face significant competition for Chiesa’s services. Liverpool are one of the clubs who have been linked with him throughout the summer.

Rumours suggest his agent Fali Ramadani is in London to hold talks with Tottenham but according to the Italian journalist, London is the centre of English negotiations and he wouldn’t be surprised if his agent ends up meeting other top Premier League clubs. While no club has tabled an offer yet, with the asking price just €20 million it should not be long before multiple top clubs queue up for his signature.

Tottenham Hotspur are keenly observing Crystal Palace’s star Eberechi Eze as a prime transfer target for this summer.

Despite considerable interest from Spurs and Manchester City, Sky Sports reporter Michael Bridge reports that the England international is not on the verge of leaving Selhurst Park.

Eze, who has a £68 million release clause, has been a standout for Crystal Palace. His performance last season, where he scored 11 goals and provided four assists in 27 Premier League appearances, has attracted attention from several top clubs. (Transfermarkt)

His inclusion in England’s final 26-man squad for the recent Euros further highlights his potential impact at the international level.

Bridge notes that while Tottenham greatly admires Eze’s abilities, there are no advanced negotiations or imminent plans to acquire the attacking midfielder.

The journalist suggests that the 26-year-old might benefit from another season at Crystal Palace, where he can remain a key player. This additional time could help him further develop his skills and prepare for a future move to a top club.

From Spurs’ perspective, securing a player of Eze’s calibre would significantly strengthen their squad. With Son Heung-min ageing, adding a dynamic and versatile winger like Eze could provide the necessary depth and creativity needed for future success.

Speaking to GiveMeSport, Bridge said:

“There’s nothing forward in terms of [Eberechi] Eze. I know I’ve seen reports about Manchester City if Kevin de Bruyne was to leave, but Pep Guardiola has come out and said that’s not happening. I know Tottenham like Eze, but my understanding is that there is nothing close for anything in terms of him.

“He hasn’t – as it stands – come out and said he wants to move. Perhaps another season at Palace might do him some good, being the key player there, and then see where he goes with the De Bruyne’s and other key players maybe leaving top clubs.

“Son Heung-min is getting a year older, and maybe just one more season at Palace would do him some good.”

However, the Lilywhites may need to wait until circumstances align more favourably before making a decisive move. Eze’s current contract with Palace, extended until the summer of 2027, ensures that any transfer would require substantial negotiation.

Tottenham remains prepared to act when the right opportunity arises while acknowledging that Eze might be the right man to join Ange Postecoglou’s attacking ranks.

Tottenham Hotspur signed the highly-rated midfielder Archie Gray from Leeds United earlier this summer for a fee close to be around £40 million.

The 18-year-old has committed to a six-year contract with Spurs, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2030.

Since joining the North London club, Gray has quickly earned the trust of manager Ange Postecoglou.

He has started in all three of Tottenham’s pre-season friendlies, showcasing his versatility by even playing as a centre-back out of necessity. Gray’s adaptability on the field has been one of his standout traits.

Gray was a standout performer for Leeds last season, excelling in various roles including right-back and central midfield.

He made 52 appearances across all competitions, demonstrating his adaptability and earning the EFL Championship Young Player of the Season award.

Former Tottenham striker Robbie Keane has lauded the signing of Gray, highlighting the teenager’s immense potential and commendable character.

Keane believes Gray will be a significant addition to the Spurs squad and sees Tottenham as an ideal environment for the young player’s development.

Keane, who coached Gray at Leeds, is eager to see how Postecoglou will utilise the Englishman in the upcoming season.

Speaking exclusively to The Boy Hotspur Substack, Keane said:

“I’d like to see Tottenham up there with the leaders but they certainly need a few more players. I know Archie Gray very well, having coached him at Leeds, and I think he’s a great signing for Spurs. His potential is very, very high and he’s a lovely lad.

“Tottenham is a really good fit for him, and I think he’s got a great chance to go all the way. He played a lot at right-back for Leeds last season, but he is definitely a midfield player so I’m interested to see where Ange Postecoglu plays him.”

As Spurs prepare for the new season, all eyes will be on how Postecoglou integrates Gray into the team.

The midfielder’s versatility and talent make him a promising addition to the squad, and his development will be keenly watched.

Tottenham are now intent on bolstering their attacking line-up this summer, with Wolves’ Pedro Neto being a key target.

The Portuguese winger’s agent is actively pursuing a transfer from Wolves, aiming to secure a move to a club with greater ambitions during the current transfer window.

Former Tottenham striker Robbie Keane has expressed strong support for signing the Wolves winger.

Despite being under contract until June 2027, Neto is likely to leave Wolves if a substantial offer is presented.

Neto demonstrated considerable potential last season, even though he endured injury setbacks that sidelined him for a total of four months due to hamstring issues.

In 24 appearances across the Premier League and FA Cup, he scored three goals and provided 11 assists, underlining his influence on the pitch.

Keane believes that acquiring Neto would be a tactical move for Spurs, given his talent and game-changing abilities.

He also stated that signing Neto would be a fantastic addition to the squad and would undoubtedly excite the fans.

Keane has also previously recommended signing Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, who he believes perfectly fits Tottenham’s style.

He suggests that bringing in both Neto and Eze would greatly enhance Spurs’ attacking ranks and align with the club’s ambitions.

Speaking exclusively to The Boy Hotspur Substack, Keane said:

“Tottenham have also been linked with Pedro Neto, who I would sign straight away, and Eberechi Eze, who I said they should sign four years ago. I think he’s a real Tottenham player. They are both really exciting players and I think the fans would be very happy if they got both of them.”

As the Lilywhites look to strengthen their squad, adding Neto would bring a dynamic and creative presence to the wings. With his proven track record and potential for growth, Neto could play a crucial role in helping Spurs achieve their goals for the upcoming season.

Tottenham have officially confirmed that Bryan Gil has left the club to join Spanish side Girona.

The Spaniard will join the La Liga club on loan with them having the first-option to buy him on a permanent deal at the end of the season.

They have also renewed his current contract which now includes a release clause worth €15m.

Spurs confirmed the loan deal on their social media, with the following statement:

“Bryan Gil has joined La Liga side Girona on loan for the 2024/25 season.Good luck, Bryan!”

Bryan Gil has joined La Liga side Girona on loan for the 2024/25 season.

Good luck, Bryan! 👊

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) July 29, 2024

Gil joined Tottenham from Sevilla in the summer of 2021 on a five-year contract for a fee of €25 million.

He joined with a high reputation but failed to make a mark at the club. In his first season, he logged only 85 minutes across nine league games, leading to a loan to Valencia in January, where he impressed.

Upon his return to North London the following season, Gil was loaned out again in January, this time to old club Sevilla.

His third season with Spurs began with an injury that sidelined him for several months. After recovering, Gil continued to struggle for regular playing time under new manager Ange Postecoglou, making only 11 Premier League appearances and totalling just 201 minutes on the pitch.

Tottenham have officially confirmed that Bryan Gil has left the club to join Spanish side Girona.

The Spaniard will join the La Liga club on loan with them having the first-option to buy him on a permanent deal at the end of the season.

They have also renewed his current contract which now includes a release clause worth €15m.

Spurs confirmed the loan deal on their social media, with the following statement:

“Bryan Gil has joined La Liga side Girona on loan for the 2024/25 season.Good luck, Bryan!”

Bryan Gil has joined La Liga side Girona on loan for the 2024/25 season.

Good luck, Bryan! 👊

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) July 29, 2024

Gil joined Tottenham from Sevilla in the summer of 2021 on a five-year contract for a fee of €25 million.

He joined with a high reputation but failed to make a mark at the club. In his first season, he logged only 85 minutes across nine league games, leading to a loan to Valencia in January, where he impressed.

Upon his return to North London the following season, Gil was loaned out again in January, this time to old club Sevilla.

His third season with Spurs began with an injury that sidelined him for several months. After recovering, Gil continued to struggle for regular playing time under new manager Ange Postecoglou, making only 11 Premier League appearances and totalling just 201 minutes on the pitch.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Fiorentina defender Michael Kayode.

According to a report via SportWitness, Spurs want to sign the 20-year-old defender and they would have to pay in excess of €20 million.

Aston Villa were keen on the defender as well and the West Midlands club have had a €15 million offer rejected for him. It will be interesting to see if Tottenham come forward with a lucrative proposal to sign the player.

Kayode is highly rated around Europe and he has a bright future. He could be the ideal long-term replacement for Emerson Royal, who is expected to leave Tottenham this summer. AC Milan are closing in on a deal to sign the Brazilian.

The 19-year-old would be the ideal understudy to Pedro Porro and he could fill the void left by Royal this summer. The reported asking price seems reasonable for a player of his ability and potential. He is likely to improve with coaching and experience. He could easily justify the investment in the long term.

Meanwhile, the report claims that Newcastle United are keeping tabs on the talented young defender as well. The opportunity to move to the Premier League will be quite exciting for Kayode, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.

He needs to join a club where he will get ample game time. Sitting on the bench at a big club is unlikely to benefit him at this stage of his career.

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