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A product of Chelsea academy, Marc Guéhi joined Crystal Palace in the summer of 2021. In a short time, he did manage to impress everyone with his qualities. As time passed, he solidified his position in the squad and established himself as one of the best centre-backs in the league.

LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 19: Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Aston Villa at Selhurst Park on May 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

Guehi has featured across 34 games in the ongoing campaign and has three goals and two assists under his hat. He is averaging 1.5 tackles, 0.7 interceptions, and 3.7 clearances per game (stats via whoscored).

The English international is an intelligent defender who maintains his composure throughout the game. His high speed and calculated tackles allow his side to play a high-back line. He is physicality strong and also has good ball distribution skills.

Tottenham Hotspur have struggled with injuries despite the increasing depth of their squad. As they continue to crumble, they are planning some big moves for the summer. One of the players they want to sign is Marc Guehi.

Spurs tried signing the centre-back in the winter but Crystal Palace turned down the offer understandably so. However, Ange Postecoglou is keen on bringing the player at his disposal ahead of next season to field a stronger XI.

Guéhi is also proving himself in the Premier League and his arrival can boost Tottenham Hotspur in a massive way. His addition will surely help them play in a more aggressive manner while taking fewer hits on the back. However, the 24-year-old will cost a hefty amount apart from his demands of a contract that runs until 2030.

Tottenham Hotspur came from two goals down to secure a 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday.

Spurs were laclusture in the first half and went a goal behind after Marcus Tavernier latched on to Milos Kerkez’s inviting cross.

Tottenham were better in the second half and created a few good opportunities. But it was Bournemouth who increased their lead after Evanilson scored a delightful goal in the 65th minute.

Spurs pulled one back through Pape Sarr, whose intended cross looped into the goal. Son Heung-min scored a late penalty to secure a draw for the home side.

Ange Postecoglou was impressed by the performance of midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who replaced Yves Bissouma.

The 19-year-old midfielder brought energy and dynamism in the middle of the park, and Spurs played with a lot of positive energy as he played out more forward passes.

Postecoglou said Bergvall made a “real big impact”, and hailed him as a “technician”.

The Spurs boss said: “Lucas was great. He has been great but he has played a lot and we’ve just got to be mindful of that.

“He’s becoming an important part of our team. I thought he made a real big impact when he came on. Like I said we were sloppy when we were on the ball in the first half and he’s one who takes a bit more care with it.

“He’s a technician and he carries the ball really well. I thought he and Sonny made a really good impact when they came on.”

This has been a disastrous campaign for Tottenham, and their season is on the line.

Postecoglou is finally getting his key players back, and we can hope to see an improvement in results shortly.

Spurs will face AZ Alkmaar in the second leg of the Europa League round of 16 tie on Thursday, and Postecoglou could be tempted to start with Bergvall. Spurs are 1-0 down from the first leg and they need a strong result (and performance) to reach the last eight.

Tottenham Hotspur are still without a win in their last three games in all competitions after they managed a 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth at home in the Premier League on Sunday.

Spurs were lacklustre in the first half and could have conceded more than one goal. They improved after the break but still went 2-0 down.

Back to the wall, the fightback began, and in the end, they scored two goals.

There were many underperforming Spurs players in that game, including Pedro Porro. Yves Bissouma, Rodrigo Bentancur, Brennan Johnson, Dominic Solanke, and Wilson Odobert were also poor.

The web portal wrote: “Big error for Bournemouth’s first half goal, giving the ball away and leaving his entire flank exposed. Didn’t add much else to the game before coming off in the final 10 minutes. 4.”

Porro made two tackles, one interception, and one clearance, and it was a tidy effort from him at the back. At the same time, he also gave away possession 27 times, which is simply not acceptable at this level.

The Spaniard managed only 67% passing accuracy and won only 50% of his duels. He is capable of producing far better performances than what we saw against the Cherries.

Spurs have only managed two wins in their last seven games in all competitions. They face AZ Alkmaar in the second leg of the Europa League last 16 tie at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium on Thursday, and it’s a massive game.

The North London giants lost 1-0 in the first leg, and they need to produce a massive performance in the second leg to qualify for the last eight of this competition.

Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to strengthen their attack this summer, with Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo emerging as a key target. CaughtOffside reports that “Spurs intend to table a £33.5m bid for Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo who has caught the eye this season with nine goals and five assists across all competitions.”

Spurs’ need for additional firepower is well-documented. The club’s inconsistent performances have made their push for Champions League qualification uncertain, and securing top-tier European football could significantly impact their summer transfer strategy. However, according to CaughtOffside, Spurs are set on making a move for Semenyo regardless of their final league position.

Semenyo’s potential arrival may have wider implications for Tottenham’s current squad, particularly Richarlison. The Brazilian forward has struggled to justify his £60m transfer fee since joining from Everton and has frequently been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League.

CaughtOffside suggests that Semenyo’s addition would “pave the way for Spurs to move on from Richarlison,” marking a significant change in the club’s attacking options. While Semenyo primarily operates as a winger, he offers versatility that could see him compete for a place across the front line, adding much-needed pace and directness to Ange Postecoglou’s system.

Bournemouth have exceeded expectations this season and still hold slim hopes of securing European qualification. Their success has inevitably attracted interest in their key players, with Liverpool linked to Milos Kerkez and several clubs circling Dean Huijsen. Semenyo is another standout performer whose stock continues to rise.

According to CaughtOffside, the 25-year-old “is keen for a big move and to test himself at the highest level,” suggesting that he would be open to joining Spurs should they finalise an agreement with Bournemouth. His ability to play on both flanks and his impressive work rate make him an attractive option for Postecoglou as he looks to reshape Tottenham’s attacking lineup.

Spurs may also look to bolster their striking department further by exercising their £45m option to sign Mathys Tel permanently. Should this happen, Semenyo would likely compete with Son Heung-min, Brennan Johnson, Wilson Odobert, and Mikey Moore for a place in the wide areas, adding depth and competition to the squad.

The potential signing of Antoine Semenyo could be seen as both promising and concerning. On one hand, he brings direct running, dynamism, and the kind of relentless pressing that fits seamlessly into Postecoglou’s attacking philosophy. His ability to play across the front three makes him an interesting tactical option, particularly given Spurs’ struggles with depth in wide positions.

However, the concerns stem from whether Semenyo is truly the calibre of player needed to push Tottenham to the next level. While he has been impressive for Bournemouth, stepping up to a club with Champions League aspirations is a different challenge. His goal output, though respectable, does not yet indicate he is ready to be a transformative signing.

Moreover, if this move signals the end of Richarlison’s time at Spurs, the question remains whether Tottenham would be better served by targeting a proven, elite-level forward rather than investing in another developing talent. For £33.5m, fans will expect an immediate impact, and Semenyo will need to prove he is ready for the pressure of delivering in a Spurs shirt.

Despite showing signs of improvements in recent games, Tottenham Hotspur remain stuck in the second half of the Premier League standings. A win this afternoon against Bournemouth would have closed the gap with 12th-placed Brentford, but it finished all square in North London as the home side survived a third straight defeat by staging a comeback from 2-0 down.

Below are the Tottenham Hotspur players rated in their 2-2 draw against Bournemouth.

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Guglielmo Vicario: 7

Could have done little to stop Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson from finding the net. But the Italian made several key saves to keep Spurs in the contest.

Pedro Porro: 6

His pass high up the pitch was intercepted by Milos Kerkez who carried it forward from the deep before setting it up for Tavernier to break the deadlock. Should have shown more commitment to close down the space and prevent the Hungarian from having a free run down the wide. Was replaced by Destiny Udogie late in the match.

Cristian Romero: 6.5

Returned to action after a long injury layoff. Dealt well against Evanilson, and also managed to keep things calm in deep defence before making way for Micky van de Ven around the hour mark.

Kevin Danso: 6

Was completely outdone by Justin Kluivert during Evanilson’s goal. The Austrian centre-back, who has featured regularly since his winter move, had a difficult time in the heart of the backline.

LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 09: Son Heung-Min of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates scoring his team’s second goal from the penalty spot during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur FC and AFC Bournemouth at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on March 09, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Djed Spence: 6.5

Did not offer much from the left as he was kept on his toes by Tavernier and Kluivert throughout the contest. Showed some spark in the closing minutes while chasing for the equalizer.

Yves Bissouma: 6

Struggled in the centre of the pitch against the press and pace of the Cherries midfield. Had an attempt blocked by Dean Huijsen early into the game but was eventually taken off at half-time for Lucas Bergvall, particularly after being booked moments before the break.

Rodrigo Bentancur: 6.5

Lacked the creative spark in the centre of the pitch, and therefore, was taken off for James Maddison around the hour mark. Looked worn-out against Bournemouth’s flair and finesse.

Pape Matar Sarr: 8.5

Brought Tottenham back in the game as his sensational looping effort helped them reduce the deficit midway through the second half. Bergvall’s arrival unleashed the Senegalese in the middle of the park.

Brennan Johnson: 5.5

Hardly had an impact from the flank as he failed with his dribbling attempts and kept on getting dispossessed. Was taken off at half-time for Son Heung-min.

Wilson Odobert: 6

Tried his best to make an impact with his crosses, dribbles and through balls. But the young Frenchman was below par in and around the attacking third.

Dominic Solanke: 6

The former Bournemouth hitman played his part in a few build-ups. But he offered little threat while spearheading the attack.

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Son Heung-min: 8

The skipper injected liveliness in Spurs’ attack. Won a spot-kick late in the match and converted from the spot to make it all square in North London.

Lucas Bergvall: 8

Had a stellar impact as he saw his strike from the distance cannoning off the woodwork. Set it up for Sarr moments later.

Micky van de Ven: 6.5

The game was open when the Dutchman was introduced in place of Romero. Evanilson doubled the lead even before he could settle in.

James Maddison: 7

Played his part in the build-up which led to the spot-kick around the 82nd-minute mark.

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Tottenham Hotspur Fight Back to Salvage a Draw Against Bournemouth

Spurs Show Resilience to Recover from Two-Goal Deficit

Tottenham Hotspur battled back from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth in an eventful Premier League contest. Despite a slow start and a near-capitulation, Ange Postecoglou’s side showed resolve to claw back a point at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Thursday’s Europa Conference League struggles in Alkmaar appeared to linger as Spurs laboured early on. The return of Cristian Romero to the starting XI was meant to bolster the backline, but Bournemouth’s aggressive press had the hosts on the back foot from the first whistle. Two sharp saves from Guglielmo Vicario were needed to prevent an early breakthrough for the visitors.

Gradually, Spurs found their rhythm, navigating the Cherries’ pressure to create openings. However, they lacked incisiveness in the final third, with Kepa Arrizabalaga largely untroubled, aside from a routine save to deny Dominic Solanke.

Milos Kerkez Sparkles as Bournemouth Take Control

Just as the first half seemed destined to end goalless, Bournemouth struck with a moment of real quality. Pedro Porro’s under-hit pass was intercepted by Milos Kerkez, who surged forward before delivering a pinpoint cross to Marcus Tavernier. The midfielder met it at the back post, firing through Vicario to give the visitors a deserved lead.

Bournemouth thought they had doubled their advantage early in the second half, only for VAR to intervene and rule out their second for offside. Spurs should have equalised soon after through Pape Sarr, but the midfielder spurned his opportunity. The miss proved costly when Evanilson latched onto a well-worked move to lift the ball over Vicario and put the Cherries 2-0 ahead.

Silence fell over the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with frustration creeping in. But a touch of fortune ignited hope as Sarr’s cross-turned-shot looped over Kepa and nestled into the far corner, halving the deficit.

Late Drama as Spurs Snatch a Point

Rather than buckle under the pressure, Bournemouth retained their composure, continuing to press high and disrupt Spurs’ build-up play. A third goal for the visitors seemed inevitable until Postecoglou’s side finally clicked in transition. A swift move saw Son Heung-min released down the left, drawing Kepa into a reckless challenge inside the area. The South Korean picked himself up and confidently converted from the spot with ten minutes left to play.

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Both sides pushed for a winner, but neither could carve out a decisive moment. The draw sees Tottenham cling to their European ambitions while Bournemouth will feel they let a valuable three points slip away.

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Tottenham Hotspur are among the clubs interested in signing Dean Huijsen in the summer transfer window.

That is according to TuttoJuve, which has claimed that Bournemouth want £50 million in transfer fees for the former AS Roma loanee.

The report in the Italian news outlet has added that Chelsea and Bayern Munich are following the 19-year-old central defender as well.

Spanish and European giants Real Madrid are also claimed to be interested in a deal for the former Juventus centre-back, who, according to former AS Roma head coach Jose Mourinho in January 2024 in TMW, “is one of the highest quality prospects in European football at this age level” and “will be a great footballer in the future”.

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It is very unlikely that Tottenham will be able to get a deal done for Huijsen in the summer transfer window.

First of all, if Bournemouth stick to their £50million asking price, then it is hard to see Tottenham cough up that much cash.

While the North London club have spent big money on players in recent transfer windows, it is difficult to envisage Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy splash out £50m on a 19-year-old centre-back who has played just 21 Premier League matches.

Then there is the intense competition for the Spain Under-21 international centre-back, who has also been linked with Newcastle United.

With Chelsea, Bayern and Madrid also keen on Huijsen, one would have to ask why he would choose Tottenham, who do not challenge for the Premier League or even play in the UEFA Champions League on a regular basis.

Bournemouth are seventh in the Premier League table at the moment with 43 points from 27 matches, just four points behind fourth-placed and defending champions Manchester City.

Tottenham are way down in 13th with 33 points from 27 games and will face Bournemouth at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Premier League on Sunday.

Tottenham Hotspur will be looking to bounce back to winning ways when they take on AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday at home.

Spurs have been inconsistent this season, and they will be hurt by back-to-back defeats, including the 1-0 loss against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League on Thursday night.

Ange Postecoglou says that the league form hasn’t been too bad over the last recent period, and they want to continue that.

He has provided injury updates on several key players ahead of the match on Friday. Cristian Romero and Micky van Ven were expected to feature against AZ, but Postecoglou confirmed that he decided against using them after seeing the pitch.

However, it won’t be long before the pair returns to the first team.

Postecoglou said: “A couple of extra days of fitness, training and recovery, hopefully both will be in line to feature.”

Dominic Solanke, who returned to the side after a long injury lay-off, appeared to have picked up an injury against AZ. However, Postecoglou has confirmed that it is just a knock, and hopefully, it’s not a bad injury.

He added: “No, too early to tell. With Dom, I think he got a knee to the backside so it’s probably a bit sore. It’s a knock so hopefully, it settles down quickly.”

The Tottenham boss also confirmed that Ben Davies is training with the squad, and he has progressed nicely. There is a chance that he could feature against the Cherries.

The Spurs boss continued: “I’m not sure. He’s actually training at the moment, so we’ll see. He’s definitely progressed and he feels good. Let’s see how we go over the next 24/48 hours. He’s a chance, but we’ll see how he goes.”

Tottenham have lost four games in their last in all competitions. Bournemouth are seventh in the league table and are pushing for a European spot.

With the massive second leg coming up against AZ next week at home, it will be interesting to see how Postecoglou shapes his team for Sunday. Nevertheless, the potential return of Davies is a huge boost for the club.

Tottenham Hotspur’s 1-0 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League last-16 first-leg tie has left their hopes of securing silverware this season hanging by a thread. Captain Son Heung-min has urged his side to take this as a “wake-up call” ahead of what he describes as their “biggest game of the season.”

Spurs endured a frustrating night in the Netherlands, with Lucas Bergvall’s own goal proving the difference. Despite boasting a strong squad, Ange Postecoglou’s side failed to create meaningful chances and were fortunate to leave with just a one-goal deficit to overturn in next Thursday’s second leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

“It’s nowhere near where we should perform,” Son admitted to TNT Sports. “It was very disappointing that we performed like this, including me. It’s a big wake-up call because next week is the biggest game of the season.”

Son’s honesty encapsulates the frustration within the Spurs camp. The first half saw little attacking intent, while sloppiness in possession further undermined their efforts. “We didn’t create anything in the first half, sloppiness, not performing the way we should. Everyone is very disappointed about the individual performance and the team performance,” Son added.

Postecoglou had previously pointed out that he always wins a trophy in his second season at a club. That record is now under threat. Tottenham’s early exits from both domestic cups and their position in the Premier League leave the Europa League as their only chance of silverware. Failure to turn things around next week would see another opportunity slip away.

“It was nowhere near the level it needed to be,” Postecoglou admitted after the game. “It wasn’t great from us tonight, pretty much all facets of the game. We didn’t really get to grips with any part of the game. We struggled to gain any momentum with the ball, we weren’t as aggressive as we needed to be without the ball.”

Postecoglou remained adamant that effort and attitude were not the problem but rather the team’s inability to impose themselves on the game. “I don’t think it’s a matter of effort or attitude. I don’t think it is going out there and not trying, but, like I said, we didn’t really come to grips and have the right mindset to tackle an away fixture in Europe.”

Spurs will need to rediscover their attacking intent if they are to overcome AZ Alkmaar in the return leg. The Dutch side have proven themselves defensively resilient, meaning Tottenham will have to show far greater creativity and urgency next week.

Meanwhile, there are concerns over Dominic Solanke, who made his return from a knee injury but was forced off late in the match. “It looks like a knock, but I haven’t really seen it – hopefully nothing too bad,” Postecoglou said.

With their season potentially hinging on this tie, Spurs must deliver a vastly improved performance if they want to keep their European hopes alive.

Tottenham Hotspur slumped to a 1-0 defeat against AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of their Europa League round of 16 tie.

Spurs now face an uphill battle in the return fixture at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with their performance in the Netherlands leaving much to be desired.

While the entire team struggled to impose themselves on the game, one player has come under scrutiny for his underwhelming display – Heung-min Son.

The South Korean international has been a talismanic figure for Tottenham, but his showing against AZ was far from the standard expected of him.

National media have not held back in their criticism, with The Express among the most damning. In their post-match ratings, they handed Son a dismal 3/10.

They said: “Not for the first time this season, Spurs’ talisman looked a shell of himself in attack. Started the game out wide before being drafted into the middle at half-time.

“The change made little difference, given the South Korean fluffed his best and only real chance of the match. Subbed off for Dominic Solanke when Tottenham were searching for an equaliser.”

Son completed only one of three attempted dribbles and failed with his one attempt at a long ball. He also lost possession nine times and won only two out of four ground duels.

Tottenham fans will hope this was merely an off night for their captain. With the second leg in North London looming, Son and his teammates must raise their game to overturn the deficit and keep their European hopes alive.

As Tottenham legend Glenn Hoddle said, Spurs should count themselves lucky that they are not out of the tournament after such a poor showing in Europe. The performance was horrendous, but they could easily overturn the result in London, especially if more players return to fitness.

Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou echoed those sentiments. He branded their performance disappointing but reminded everyone that there is still all to play for in the second leg and that they can turn everything around.