Tottenham are ready to loan out one of their key stars, but their condition could complicate one particular deal. Spurs have fearlessly bolstered their squad this summer, putting together a club-record transfer window already.
The North London club's £235million or so investment this summer is more than they have ever spent in one window, and that total will continue to rise. Roberto De Zerbi is being given the chance to overhaul his squad in a bid to get them into Europe next season, but while there is excitement aplenty, the new signings are not good news for everyone.
Some of the club's young players now have very little chance of getting regular playing time, and Mikey Moore is one of those players.
Moore set for another loan spell
Tottenham youngster Moore spent last season out on loan with Scottish giants Rangers, making 33 league appearances, scoring seven and providing three assists. Moore impressed his loan club, and it appears they would like him back ahead of next season, even after changing manager, with Derek McInnes replacing Danny Rohl.
Moore is being backed for a big future, still only 18, and he has previously impressed in the Spurs first team, making 12 Premier League appearances to date. The winger is under contract until 2030, and it's clear Spurs believe he is a player who can become a starter at the club some day.
In fact, according to TeamTalk, Tottenham are blocking an approach from Borussia Dortmund to sign Moore on a loan deal with an option to buy. Spurs are said to be willing to loan out Moore again this season amid talks with Dortmund, but they will not allow the opportunity to sign the young player permanently.
Rangers could have an open window
It remains to be seen whether Dortmund will go ahead with the deal under those conditions, but it could offer Rangers the chance to steal a march, given they will likely happily do a loan deal without the possibility of a future purchase. Meanwhile, Dortmund are a top-tier club who have a rich history of developing young talents, and they are likely to want to own the player's rights if they are going to play such a big part in his development.
Rangers star James Tavernier said of Moore last season: "We had a difficult start to the season and Mikey responded well. He kept his head down and continued working hard.
"You can see his performances on the pitch; it is credit to him. Players can go under or go missing after the start we had, but he has taken everything on his shoulders and is pushing himself as a player."