The 22-year-old winger has emerged as a primary target for Tottenham as they look to overhaul their squad following back-to-back 17th-place finishes.
Tottenham Hotspur are not in talks to sign Barcelona defender Jules Kounde, despite suggestions that the Premier League club are interested in the Frenchman, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Tottenham fans were understandably anxious when the team sheets were released for Wednesday’s friendly against A-League side, with £85 million arrival Fernandes nowhere to be seen.
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Tottenham Hotspur still have a chance of signing Cody Gakpo from Liverpool this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano, though the Dutch star has ruled out an alternative transfer for a very big reason.
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Liverpool interest in Djed Spence has split journalists. Some see him as ideal cover at full-back, while others warn against paying £40m-£50m after his World Cup displays.
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Tottenham Hotspur are dreaming of signing Barcelona defender Jules Kounde as Roberto De Zerbi looks to strengthen his back line.
The France international has emerged as an ambitious summer target, with Spurs now thought to be weighing up a sizeable offer.
Mathys Tel was lured to Tottenham by Ange Postecoglou in February 2025, with the Australian coach prising the attacking talent from Bayern Munich as part of his vision in north London.