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Jonathan David has been linked with the move away from LOSC Lille this summer and the Canadian international is on the radar of multiple Premier League clubs.

The striker is reportedly a target for West Ham United, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United.

However, journalist Ben Jacobs believes that the striker is more likely to end up at Chelsea or Tottenham. He believes that West Ham are focused on signing the Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran and Manchester United are closing in on Joshua Zirkzee.

“Jonathan David is available in the region of £25m, and that’s seen as a bargain in the market. West Ham are focused on Jhon Duran. Chelsea and Tottenham are the ones to watch there and it’s less likely that Manchester United move because of Joshua Zirkzee,” Jacobs said on PlayBack.

Therefore, Chelsea and Tottenham could be the front-runners to sign the Canadian international this summer. David scored 26 goals in all competitions last season and he could prove to be a quality acquisition for the London clubs.

Chelsea need to find a quality alternative to Nicolas Jackson who has failed to impress in the Premier League. Chelsea were overly dependent on Cole Palmer last season and they need more support in the attack.

As for Tottenham, they are still looking for the ideal replacement for Harry Kane and David would be the ideal acquisition. Spurs missed a reliable finisher last season.

He has shown his quality in Ligue 1 and he has the attributes to succeed in the Premier League as well.

A move to Tottenham will be an exciting opportunity for him. They have a talented squad and a quality manager. They could be pushing for major trophies in the coming seasons and David will want to be a part of the revolution at the north London club.

It will be interesting to see if Spurs come forward with an official offer to sign the player now.

Tottenham are actively working to offload players not in the club’s plans, with Djed Spence among those expected to depart.

However, Spence’s anticipated move to Genoa has fallen through, and he is now back in training with the Spurs’ first team.

According to journalist Nizaar Kinsella, a deal between Genoa and Tottenham for Spence is now highly unlikely. The Italian club found the £8.5 million asking price for the defender too high.

🆕 A deal between Genoa and Tottenham for Djed Spence is now very unlikely. The £8.5million option was deemed too high for the Italian club. The defender is currently training with Ange Postecoglou in pre-season. https://t.co/4ah6Bl0F3V

— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) July 10, 2024

Spence, who still has three years remaining on his contract with Spurs, was signed from Middlesbrough in the summer of 2022 for £12.5 million.

Last season, he spent the latter half on loan at Genoa, where he made 16 Serie A appearances, starting in half of those games and coming on as a substitute.

His versatility across various defensive and midfield positions impressed the Italian club, but the financial terms proved to be a stumbling block.

Tottenham had hoped to recoup a significant portion of their initial investment through Spence’s sale. However, with the collapse of the Genoa deal, Spence has returned to pre-season training under manager Ange Postecoglou.

The right-back’s future now remains uncertain as Spurs must decide whether to seek another potential buyer or reintegrate him into the squad for the upcoming season.

Additionally, with the impending departure of Emerson Royal, the club will be in the market for a reliable backup.

It remains to be seen whether Spurs will consider keeping Spence as an option.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Emerson Royal has been on the verge of departing North London in recent weeks.

According to TBR, Emerson has expressed his desire to leave the club for what he considers a “dream move” to AC Milan.

As part of their summer transfer activities, Spurs have been involved in negotiations to facilitate player exits, with the Brazilian full-back being a prominent figure in these discussions.

Although Tottenham are open to allowing Emerson to leave, they have set a price tag of at least £20 million. Milan’s initial offer, reportedly close to £15 million, was rejected, but talks are ongoing.

Royal lost his starting place to Pedro Porro since the Spaniard joined from Sporting last January.

And while he has not been the preferred right-back under manager Ange Postecoglou either, Emerson still made 22 Premier League appearances last season, starting in only 11 of those games. (Transfermarkt).

He played as a makeshift centre-back as well as a left-back during Tottenham’s injury crisis last season.

He has two years left on his contract with the Lilywhites, but wants regular playing time. The club also wants to cash in on him.

The player has reportedly already agreed personal terms with AC Milan. The proposed deal includes a five-year contract worth €3 million annually.

The former Barcelona right-back has acknowledged Milan’s interest and the ongoing discussions, highlighting the club’s historical connection with Brazilian players as a significant factor in his desire to move.

As negotiations continue, Emerson hopes that Tottenham will grant him the opportunity to fulfil his dream of playing for AC Milan. This potential transfer aligns with the club’s efforts to reshape its squad under Postecoglou.

Dan Bardell has urged Tottenham to drop their interest in Wolves attacking sensation Pedro Neto and focus on improving other positions on the pitch.

The North London club are looking to reinforce their attack ahead of next season and they have been linked with Wolves’ Pedro Neto for a while now. The Portuguese international’s ability to feature anywhere in attack is what attracts interest from Ange Postecoglou’s team.

While he could be a great addition to their squad, journalist Dan Bardell wants Tottenham to stop pursuing the 24-year-old’s signature and focus on strengthening other areas. Wolves have already parted ways with their skipper Max Kilman and will be receiving up to £40 million from his sale.

They no longer need to sanction Neto’s departure unless a club is willing to meet their demands of £60 million for the Portuguese winger. Kilman’s move has just complicated things for Spurs who have been in pole position for Neto’s signature.

While speaking on Tottenham News, Bardell said: “I think now that Wolves have sold Max Kilman, it would take an even higher fee to get Pedro Neto from Wolves.

“He’s a very good player and effective in the Premier League but Tottenham already have players like Johnson and Kulusevski in that position.

“I think a striker should be more of a priority, especially given that the transfer budget won’t be endless this summer.

“There are just more pressing areas to improve, no matter how good Neto could prove to be.“

While Bardell doesn’t deny the fact that Neto is an exceptional player who has been doing great for Wolves in the English top-flight, the journalist feels Spurs already have enough options on the right flank with Brennan Johnson and Dejan Kulusevski in their squad. Signing a striker should be their priority at this stage as they look to secure a long-term replacement for Harry Kane who left last summer.

Since the North London club will only have a limited budget to work with during this transfer window, Bardell feels spending around £60 million on a player who doesn’t have a guaranteed role in Postecoglou’s team doesn’t really make that much sense, it is better off to sign a player who is needed.

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone is keen on signing Totteham’s Pierre-Emile Højbjerg this summer.

Hojbjerg has gone down the pecking order at Tottenham since the arrival of Ange Postecoglou last summer. He was an integral part of their first team before the Australian manager took charge and with his game time taking a major hit, the Danish international wants to part ways with the club.

According to Mundo Deportivo via SportWitness, Diego Simeone is interested in having the Tottenham defensive midfielder in his squad at Atletico Madrid.

Saul Niguez is expected to leave the Spanish giants to join Sevilla. His departure will make room on their wage bill allowing them to sign a new defensive midfielder. Tottenham’s Hojbjerg is one of the names on their wishlist. While their priority seems to be signing Real Sociedad’s Mikel Merino, his arrival will have no impact on the potential signing of the Danish midfield star.

Postecoglou did involve the 28-year-old in 39 matches last season but he was on the pitch for less than 1,500 minutes in total. With Hojbjerg no longer an important part of Tottenham’s plans moving ahead, the player is keen on leaving the club. He only has a year left on his deal and the report states that the North London club are ready to sanction his departure.

Hojbjerg is expected to be available for a cut-price fee with just 12 months left on his deal and Simeone could see this as an ideal opportunity to sign a top-quality defensive midfielder who had an impressive Euro 2024 campaign with Denmark despite not being a regular for Tottenham during the 2023/24 season.

Tottenham are focused on offloading players who are not part of their future plans, with Sergio Reguilon fitting into this category.

Spurs are ready to accept a reduced offer for the full-back this summer.

According to sources from Football Insider, the Lilywhites are eager to move Reguilon off their books permanently and are open to a bid of around £10 million.

The Spanish left-back has entered the final year of his contract in North London, which is set to expire next June. Tottenham is keen to find a suitor in the current transfer window to avoid losing the player for free next year, as his market value stands at €12 million.

Reguilon joined Spain in 2020 on a five-year deal with a reported €30 million buy-back clause. However, his time at the club has been hindered by injuries and multiple loan spells, limiting his impact. He made 67 appearances for the club, scoring two goals and providing eight assists. (Transfermarkt)

Earlier in January, Reguilon was loaned to Brentford for the remainder of the season, where he showed promising form by providing four assists in 16 appearances for the Bees.

Tottenham are ready to negotiate Reguilon’s transfer, with Manchester United being a potential destination. Spurs are actively looking to reshape their squad and are willing to accept a cut-price fee to facilitate Reguilon’s departure.

As the transfer window progresses, the Lilywhites aim to reinvest the transfer fee to bolster their defensive lineup and add depth.

Tottenham are actively scouting the youth market to attract the brightest prospects to their academy.

According to the German outlet Bild, Spurs have shown a keen interest in Hertha Berlin’s young talent, Boris Lum.

Lum, who was promoted to Hertha Berlin’s U17 side in January last year and later featured for their U19s, has made significant strides in his development. His progress has even led to training with the first team, highlighting his impressive potential at a young age.

The report claims that Hertha Berlin’s coaching staff has been highly impressed with Lum, describing him as their ‘greatest academy talent.’

Tottenham have been proactive in their pursuit of Lum, with the report suggesting that the German U17 international has met with Spurs for talks three times.

It adds that the player has also visited their training facilities and watched the team in action, indicating serious interest from the North London club.

However, they face competition from the likes of Bayern Munich, Ajax and Manchester City, who are all interested in the player with a €5m release clause.

The teenager has already made 10 appearances for Germany’s U17 national team, showcasing his potential on an international stage. During his time with Hertha Berlin’s U17 and U19 sides, he made 30 appearances across all competitions last season, further highlighting his rapid development. (Transfermarkt)

Tottenham’s interest in Lum aligns with their recent strategy of signing highly-talented younsgters from across Europe. In the last couple of windows, they have signed the likes of Ashley Phillips, Alejo Veliz, Lucas Bergvall, and Archie Gray.

Tottenham have identified another wide forward for a potential signing this summer.

According to journalist Ali Naci Küçük, who spoke to Rönesans TV’s YouTube channel, Spurs are set to make an official offer for Galatasaray’s versatile forward Barış Alper Yılmaz in the coming days, as relayed by Haber Sarı Kırmızı.

The Turkish international has garnered interest from several clubs, with Manchester United also reportedly preparing a bid.

Galatasaray are expected to demand at least €20 million for Yılmaz, who currently has a market value of €17 million.

The 24-year-old showcased his talents while representing Turkey at Euro 2024. Tottenham closely monitored his performances during the tournament, where he started all five games and helped Turkey reach the quarter-finals before being narrowly defeated by the Netherlands.

Yılmaz joined Galatasaray in the summer of 2021 and has since become an integral part of the squad. His contract was recently extended in May last year, securing his stay until 2027.

During the last season, Yılmaz played a crucial role in Galatasaray’s Super Lig triumph, contributing seven goals and 12 assists in 55 appearances across all competitions. His impressive form continued from the previous season, where he recorded eight goals and six assists in 32 appearances, solidifying his status as a key player. Since joining the Turksih club, he has made 108 appearances across all competitions, scoring 11 and assisting 14. (Transfermarkt)

Yılmaz’s versatility allows him to play effectively on both wings and as a centre-forward, making him an attractive prospect for Tottenham.

As Spurs look to enhance their squad for the upcoming season, the pursuit of Barış Alper Yılmaz highlights their commitment to securing top talent.

Tottenham are not only attracting interest for their players but also for their backroom personnel.

Recently, Spurs academy director Simon Davies received an offer to become Craig Bellamy’s assistant coach for the Wales national team.

However, according to Football.London, Davies has rejected the offer and decided to remain with the Lilywhites.

Bellamy, who has been appointed as the new head coach of Wales, aimed to include Davies in his coaching staff. This followed the sacking of Rob Page after Wales finished third in their UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying group and subsequently lost to Poland on penalties in the play-offs.

Despite the tempting offer, Davies has chosen to continue his role at Tottenham, where he serves as the Academy Director. His decision highlights his dedication to the development and success of the club’s youth academy.

Simon Davies has had an illustrious career both on and off the pitch. He was part of the famous Manchester United youth team of 1992 and later played as a midfielder in the Premier League.

Transitioning into coaching, Davies has accumulated extensive experience, including roles in Manchester City’s youth setup and as head coach at Anderlecht.

Davies joined Tottenham Hotspur in August 2022 as the Head of Coaching Methodology and was promoted to Academy Director in June 2023.

Under his leadership, the academy has continued to nurture and develop young talents, contributing significantly to the club’s long-term vision.

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Eintracht Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush.

The 24-year-old Egyptian striker has had an impressive campaign with the German club and he contributed towards 17 goals and six assists in all competitions last season. He could prove to be a quality acquisition for the North London club and it will be interesting to see if Tottenham decide to make a move for him.

According to a report from BILD via Sport Witness, Tottenham might have to shell out €50 million in order to get the deal done. The German outfit are holding out for a premium for their prized asset.

Marmoush has proven himself to be a quality attacker in the Bundesliga, and he has the physical and technical attributes to succeed in the Premier League as well. Tottenham are missing a reliable goalscorer since the departure of Harry Kane and it will be interesting to see if they can fill the void left by the England international this summer.

Marmoush will certainly be tempted to join a club like Tottenham and move to the Premier League will be an exciting opportunity for him. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

Tottenham will be hoping to secure Champions League qualification next season and they will look to do well in the domestic competitions as well. They need to add more quality and depth to their attack this summer and signing a quality goalscorer should prove to be a wise decision.

The reported asking price seems quite steep for the Egyptian attacker, and it will be interesting to see if Tottenham are willing to break the bank for him.