Tottenham have reached an agreement in principle to sign a Premier League star as manager Thomas Frank now waits for the green-light to finalise a deal, according to a new update.
Spurs set for busy end to January with Frank under pressure
After rescuing a 2-2 draw at Burnley last weekend, courtesy of Cristian Romero's last-minute equaliser, the pressure remains on Frank to turn around what has been a very disappointing season.
The Lilywhites are closer to the drop zone than they are a top four finish and qualification for the Champions League next season, despite spending around £171 million last summer and winning the Europa League in May.
Spurs' domestic form has been truly dire, winning just seven of their 23 Premier League games so far, and you can make a serious case that the club's European form is the only thing keeping Frank in work.
The Lewis family, Johan Lange and Vinai Venkatesham have attempted to back the under-fire Dane with fresh squad upgrades this month, with England international Conor Gallagher and highly-rated left-back Souza joining Spurs for a combined £48 million.
Next on the agenda is a new forward and potential replacement for Ben Davies, whose career in north London is now essentially 'over' after his serious injury recently (Paul O'Keefe).
The veteran left-back is poised to depart on a free this summer after playing what was likely his final game for Tottenham against West Ham, and he's even a doubt for the World Cup should Wales qualify.
To succeed Davies, Frank's side opened talks with Liverpool over a surprise deal for Scotland and Anfield legend Andrew Robertson last week.
The £160,000-per-week star, who has won multiple Premier League titles, a Champions League winners medal whilst making 364 appearances for Liverpool, is out of contract at the end of the season.
Spurs pushed forward their planned summer attempt to sign Robertson this month, in light of Davies' injury, though negotiations recently hit a snag with the move stalling, at least for now.
Tottenham agree deal in principle for Andy Robertson
According to talkSPORT and GiveMeSport reporter Ben Jacobs, the transfer isn't totally off, contradicting reports elsewhere.
Tottenham have apparently agreed a deal in principle for Robertson, worth around £5 million, but they're currently waiting for both Liverpool and the player himself to give their final green-light.
The transfer hinges on one key factor, Arne Slot bringing in a replacement, which they're struggling to do right now.
Nevertheless, it is still 'one to watch' for Spurs in the final days of January.
"The terms of Andy Robertson’s move from Liverpool to Tottenham are agreed in principle for around £5m including add-ons," Jacobs said on social media.
"However, there is no sign off from Liverpool or Robertson yet. Liverpool will only sell, and Robertson give a green light to move, if LFC can bring in a replacement. Liverpool have struggled to get Kostas Tsimikas because there is no recall clause in his Roma loan. Roma will only sanction his exit if they find a left-back replacement. Roma had a £7m bid rejected for David Møller Wolfe and continue to explore other options.
"Liverpool and Robertson relaxed about the situation, but if Roma find a left-back, Spurs' move for the Scotland international could be back on. If not, Robertson will stay at Anfield. Robertson's professionalism has been noted having been informed earlier this week the move to Spurs, originally planned for after the UCL game against Qarabag, is not on at present. One to watch in the final days of the window in case Roma sign a new left-back"
Securing Robertson for £5 million as an heir to Davies would be a shrewd move by the club given the latter's pedigree, top-level experience and winning mentality.
As Frank waits for Roma to trigger the transfer domino effect, all eyes instead turn to their pursuit of a needed alternative attacking option.