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Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with a move for Federico Chiesa from Juventus.

The 26-year-old winger is expected to be on the move this summer and the North London club are hoping to secure his signature. According to a report from Tuttosport via IlBiancoNero, Tottenham are now ‘ready to present a first official offer’ for the player.

The Italian international has impressed with club and country over the years and he should prove to be a quality acquisition for Tottenham. He was expected to develop into a top-class player after a breakthrough Euro 2021 campaign with Italy. However, injuries halted his progress. Chiesa seems to have gotten over his injury problems now, and he’s slowly getting back to his best once again.

The 26-year-old scored 10 goals in all competitions last season and his numbers are likely to improve when he is playing in an attacking set-up like Tottenham.

The London outfit need more quality and depth in the wide areas, and Chiesa will add goals, pace, flair to the side. The opportunity to play in the Premier League will be quite exciting for him and it remains to be seen whether he can hit the ground running in English football.

The opportunity to play in the Premier League will be quite exciting for the player and he will look to try out a new challenge. Chiesa is at the peak of his powers and he will be determined to prove his worth at Spurs.

They will look to push for trophies next season and someone like Chiesa could make a big difference for them in the final third.

Tottenham attacker Bryan Gil is close to joining Spanish side Girona.

He is not part of Ange’s plans with the club leaving him out of the pre-season squad as well.

It was recently reported that La Liga side Girona are interested in signing him and have opened talks with Spurs regarding a move.

The Italian transfer expert has now shared the latest on the transfer, claiming that the player has his heart set on a move to Girona and has agreed personal terms.

The player’s representatives have told Spurs that the player wants the move at all cost.

Talks are ongoing with the club hoping to strike a deal soon.

Romano shared the following update on X:

“Understand Bryan Gil has got his heart set on a move to Girona and personal terms have been agreed. Player’s camp informed Tottenham that Bryan wants to join Girona at all costs. Negotiations between clubs over deal formula, talks still ongoing.”

🚨🔴⚪️ Understand Bryan Gil has got his heart set on a move to Girona and personal terms have been agreed.

Player’s camp informed Tottenham that Bryan wants to join Girona at all costs.

Negotiations between clubs over deal formula, talks still ongoing. pic.twitter.com/G65V90pqW0

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 26, 2024

Gil joined the club from Sevilla with a big reputation but has failed to reach his potential at Spurs.

Despite successful loan spells at Valencia and Sevilla, he has failed to impress any of the Spurs managers he has played under.

Last season, he made only 11 Premier League appearances, amassing just 201 minutes on the pitch.

The club are keen on cashing in on him and the player wants to leave as well to revive his career.

All parties will be looking forward to seeing a deal completed as soon as possible.

Recent speculation has linked British business executive Amanda Staveley with a possible investment in Tottenham Hotspur, sparking considerable interest in the football community.

Staveley, known for her crucial role in the Saudi Public Investment Fund’s acquisition of Newcastle United in October 2021, is reportedly eyeing her next venture in football.

Speaking to TBR Football, financial expert Kieran Maguire provided some insight into the situation.

Maguire suggested that while Staveley’s name has been linked with Spurs, the specifics of her potential involvement remain unclear.

Despite her prominent role in previous high-profile deals, Maguire noted that Staveley’s financial resources might be constrained.

The recent sale of her stake in Newcastle, primarily to settle a loan used for the initial acquisition, indicates that her immediate cash reserves might be limited.

Kieran Maguire, a football finance lecturer at Liverpool University, asserted that Staveley is more likely to pursue a smaller equity stake in Tottenham rather than a full takeover.

Her investment strategy may focus on acquiring a minor share and flipping it for a profit in the short to medium term, rather than committing to a long-term stake.

This approach aligns with her historical investment patterns.

Maguire said:

“Amanda Staveley’s name has been linked with potential investment, but how much free cash she has is open to question.

She sold her stake in Newcastle to the Reuben Brothers, but that was effectively to repay the loan that they gave her to buy the shares originally.

There is likely to be a profit on that, but that does also suggest that she doesn’t necessarily have cash assets.

Hers are probably in other investments. A small stake in Spurs, flipping that in a few years’ time would be the M.O she is most likely to follow, rather than looking for a long-term investment.

It is unlikely to involve a position on the board given the dominance of Daniel Levy at Spurs, but it could be an investment with a view of getting a return in the short to medium term as a result of the club’s consistent growth.”

Although it is unlikely that Staveley would secure a position on Tottenham’s board, her investment could leverage the club’s ongoing growth.

Spurs have previously engaged in takeover discussions with other parties, such as the US-based consortium MSP Sports Capital.

As Staveley evaluates her next move, the Lilywhites remain a significant potential target for future investment.

AC Milan have reignited their interest in the services of Tottenham full-back Emerson Royal.

Emerson Royal still has two years left on his deal with the North London club but he doesn’t have a future there under Ange Postecoglou. The former Celtic manager doesn’t count on the full-back and following the arrival of the versatile Archie Gray who can also feature as a right-back, Spurs are ready to part ways with the Brazilian international.

AC Milan have been working on a potential transfer for some time now. Negotiations between the two parties did reach a standstill but according to a report from Milan News, the Italian giants have revived their interest and they are ready to meet the demands of Tottenham Hotspur.

Milan had identified Emerson Royal as their priority target for the right-back position in an attempt to ensure Paulo Fonseca has everything that he needs for his system to work. While they were keen on signing the Brazilian defender, Milan had no intentions of meeting Tottenham’s demands and they were looking to strike a deal for around €10 million.

While Emerson is not a part of their plans moving ahead, Spurs would only let him leave on their terms. As a result, the talks had stalled and a move looked highly unlikely. However, Milan have returned to the negotiation table as they feel the Tottenham full-back is the right man for the job.

Emerson Royal is very close to joining Milan who have decided to satisfy the demands of the North London club, or at least get closer to them. The player’s desire to play for the Italian outfit has played a big part in it. While it still depends on the final fee, the move looks much closer than it was weeks back.

Tottenham are ready to table an offer worth around €30 million for Federico Chiesa.

Federico Chiesa’s contract with Juventus runs out in 12 months and his future at the Turin-based club has become a big talking point. While there is interest in his services from Italian clubs, Tottenham are also in the mix and according to Gianni Balzarini, the North London club are ready to put forward an offer worth €30 million to acquire his services.

While talking about the Italian international’s future, Balzarini said as quoted by TuttoJuve: “I confirm that Tottenham are interested in Federico Chiesa. That is, Tottenham would be ready to make an offer of around €30m, maybe even a little more, for Federico Chiesa and Juve could practically jump for joy.

“In the sense that it would be a figure that goes beyond the €20-25m that Roma or Napoli offered or could eventually offer.”

Chiesa is expected to be on the move this summer as a new deal doesn’t look like a possibility anymore. While he did have an incredible start to life in Turin, injuries didn’t help his cause. He is only 26 and still has a lot of years left in him, as a result, a move elsewhere could help him return to his best.

Tottenham are quite keen on adding the Italian winger to their squad as they seek more depth out wide on the flanks. Ange Postecoglou needs more options in attack and he is focused on bringing in players who can create as well as score. Chiesa seems to be a great fit for them as he can play anywhere in attack and surely has an eye for goal.

While reports earlier suggested that Juventus’ asking price is around €20-25 million, the Italian journalist has reported that Tottenham could table an offer of around €30 million or even more to strike a deal with the Old Lady who will be delighted if they do get that big a fee for someone can leave for free next summer. The figure should be good enough for them to win the race as Italian clubs AS Roma and Napoli can’t afford to offer more than €20-25 million.

Tottenham are reportedly not interested in signing Scott McTominay.

Last week it was reported that Spurs are plotting a move to hijack a deal for the Manchester United midfielder.

The report claimed that Ange admires the player and that the club are closely tracking the Scottish international, contemplating a bid.

However, Sky Sports journalist Michael Bridge, in an update to GiveMeSport, hasclarified that despite recent rumours, Spurs have no plans to pursue McTominay.

Manchester United, under the management of Erik ten Hag, is keen to retain McTominay this summer. The club has already turned down an initial bid from Fulham, who have shown ongoing interest in the 27-year-old Scottish international. United’s refusal to sell reflects their desire to keep McTominay at Old Trafford.

Bridge emphasised that the rumours linking McTominay to Tottenham are unfounded.

While acknowledging McTominay’s capabilities and leadership qualities, he confirmed that Spurs are not considering him as a transfer target at this time.

Bridge said:

“My understanding is that there’s nothing in Scott McTominay rumours at the moment.

“He is a very decent player, and he’s a bit of a leader, but I don’t think Tottenham are in for him as it stands. As we speak, it’s not a player I think Spurs are pursuing.”

McTominay had a standout season, scoring 10 goals and adding three assists in 43 appearances across all competitions, marking his best goalscoring season to date. However, this has not influenced the Lilywhites’ transfer plans.

Tottenham have strengthened their midfield with the additions of Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall this summer. Gray joined the club for a reported fee of around £40 million, while Bergvall signed for a reported £8.5 million.

However, they are expected to further bolster the position with Jacob Ramsey strongly linked with a move.

Tottenham Hotspur maintained their impressive pre-season form with a 5-2 triumph in a behind-closed-doors friendly against a Japan Youth side.

This fixture was part of Spurs’ pre-season tour in Japan and Korea, aiding their momentum building for the forthcoming season.

Following recent victories, including a 5-1 win over Hearts and a 2-0 victory against QPR, Tottenham again showcased their attacking prowess.

According to Lilywhites Rose on X, Mikey Moore and Will Lankshear both scored braces, while last summer’s signing Alejo Veliz also grabbed a goal.

🚨#thfc Understand Spurs beat a Japan Youth international side 5-2 in todays behind closed doors friendly.

Goals from @WillLankshear x2 @mikeymoore_10 x 2

Alejo Veliz pic.twitter.com/jM9haXLSjD

— Lilywhite Rose (@Lilywhite_Rose) July 25, 2024

Throughout the pre-season, Moore and Lankshear have consistently performed. Moore now has 5 goal contributions in 4 games.

Moore, who joined Spurs as an under-9, has steadily progressed through the ranks, boasting an impressive record in the U18 Premier League last season with 14 goals and eight assists in just 12 games.

Lankshear also had an outstanding season, scoring 23 goals in 23 games for Tottenham’s U21 team in the recent Premier League 2 campaign. His exceptional performances earned him the league’s Player of the Season award, showcasing his potential to make a significant impact.

These young players’ contributions in pre-season are catching the attention of manager Ange Postecoglou, who might consider them for first-team opportunities in the upcoming campaign.

This 5-2 victory serves as robust preparation for Spurs’ next pre-season match against J1 League side Vissel Kobe on Saturday.

The performance of Tottenham’s future stars promises an exciting season ahead for the Lilywhites as they continue to develop their young talents and build a formidable squad.

Spurs have reportedly now shifted their focus from Rennes’ Desire Doue to prioritising the signing of Premier League duo Pedro Neto and Eberechi Eze.

According to TBR Football, Tottenham initially considered signing Doue, but substantial bids from Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain of €55 million and €60 million, respectively, led the North London club to cool off their interest in him.

Rennes’ high asking price for the talented midfielder has redirected Spurs’ attention to Premier League duo. The report claims that the Lilywhites are now turning attention to Pedro Neto and Eberechi Eze, both of whom possess valuable Premier League experience, which could facilitate a smooth transition and immediate impact at Spurs.

Pedro Neto, currently with Wolves, is expected to be available if a significant offer is made, despite his contract running until June 2027. Last season, Neto scored three goals and provided 11 assists in 24 appearances across the Premier League and FA Cup.

Eberechi Eze, a long-standing target for Spurs, extended his contract with Crystal Palace last November, securing his stay until the summer of 2027. However, Tottenham remain undeterred by his £60 million release clause, with reports suggesting that the club are willing to spend big on him.

Eze’s exceptional performance last season, with 11 goals and four assists in 27 Premier League appearances, highlighted his quality and solidified his status as a primary target for the Lilywhites.

The club are confident in their ability to secure either Eze’s or Neto’s signature despite the competition.

As Tottenham aim to bolster their attacking options, acquiring Neto and Eze would significantly enhance their squad’s depth and capabilities for the upcoming season.

Fabrizio Romano has shared an update on Tottenham’s pursuit of exciting winger Min-hyuk Yang.

The transfer expert reported yesterday that the North London club are finalising a deal for the 18-year-old winger from Gangwon FC,

He has now shared an update on the imminent transfer, confirming that the two clubs have fully agreed to the deal now, giving the transfer his trademark ‘here we go’.

He added that the player is expected join Spurs in January. He shared the following on X:

🚨⚪️ Yang Min-hyuk to Tottenham, here we go! Deal completed for 2006 born winger from Gangwon FC.

First part of medical tests already booked and then he will sign long term deal at #THFC, as reported yesterday.

He’s expected to join Spurs from January 2025. pic.twitter.com/q85tWMkJIL

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 25, 2024

The South Korean will become Tottenham’s third signing of the summer. They have so far signed Timo Werner, extending his loan deal for another year, and Archie Gray on a permanent deal from Leeds United. Lucas Bergvall also officially joined the club this summer after Spurs had agreed a deal for him in January.

Min-hyuk Yang will become the fourth signing of the summer, even if it is not a signing fans were most excited for.

While Spurs have recently been investing a lot on young emerging talents, Spurs perhaps are in need of a few top class experienced players.

They have been linked strongly with the likes of Eze, Pedro Neto, and Ivan Toney. This is the sort of big name signing which will really make a statement.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with the move for the Juventus attacker Federico Chiesa in recent weeks.

According to a report from CalcioNapoli24, the 26-year-old Italian international is set to leave Juventus this summer and he could join Tottenham for a fee of around €30-€35 million.

Roma and Napoli have been linked with the player as well, but Chiesa is set to leave Italian football this summer.

The report states that the 26-year-old is ‘close to Tottenham’ and it remains to be seen whether the North London club can get the deal done.

They could certainly use more quality and depth in the attacking unit and Chiesa should prove to be a superb acquisition. He has proven his quality in the Italian league and he has the technical and physical attributes to thrive in the Premier League as well.

Players like Richarlison and Dejan Kulusevski have not been at their best in recent months and Spurs need more quality and cutting edge in the final third.

The 26-year-old will add creativity, goals and pace to their attack.

Chiesa has managed to get over his injury problems and he will look to make his mark in English football if the move goes through. Tottenham have an ambitious project and a talented squad. They have appointed a charismatic manager in Ange Postecoglou as well.

It remains to be seen whether they can do well in the Premier League and the UEFA Europa league next season.

The North London club will be hoping to push for domestic trophies and they will look to secure Champions League qualification in the upcoming campaign. Signing players like Chiesa will be a step in the right direction.