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A Tottenham forward has been tipped to follow the lead of Jadon Sancho in a loan move away from the club by a former Spurs scout.

Spurs have rectified their defence and midfield with some stunning moves this summer, namely those of Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali. They now look to be eyeing new attacking signings, too.

That could ensure that Mikey Moore is loaned out again, having spent last season with Rangers.

He’s currently being linked with Borussia Dortmund, and Bryan King feels there’s a precedent set for that move being a good one.

He told Tottenham News: “That would be a fantastic loan, I think Dortmund would be a huge step up in terms of the level of the club, the fact that they’re playing Champions League football, and are in the Bundesliga, a top-five league.

“Tottenham are just operating at a different level now, and I think a loan where Moore is playing week in, week out would be very good.

“Dortmund obviously have a history of doing very well with English wingers, you look at Jadon Sancho, who was outstanding for Dortmund and has never managed to recreate those levels.

“Jamie Gittens was also at Dortmund, so, I think that would be brilliant for him. If that is reliable and there is true interest there, then I think that’d be a fantastic move for all parties.”

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Dortmund push ongoing

TEAMtalk is aware that Tottenham and Dortmund are in dialogue over Moore. However, the German club are talking about a loan with an option to buy.

Spurs are not enthused by the prospect of losing Moore permanently given his high ceiling.

Indeed, they’d be happy for him to go out on loan to gain experience, but would rather he came back to them afterwards.

With that said, Tottenham are expected to block any approaches for a permanent move.

It is not clear whether Dortmund will depart negotiations or continue to pursue Moore solely for a flat loan.

Spurs would be open to Moore’s departure to the German club on loan, aware of the benefits of time spent in Germany – which Luka Vuskovic highlighted when he was in the Bundesliga Team of the Season in his first year in a top-five European league last term.

Nottingham Forest are reported to have opened talks with Tottenham Hotspur over the proposed signing of Lucas Bergvall this summer, despite the north London club’s stance that they are keen to keep the midfielder.

Spurs are in the midst of a massive revamp of a squad that has underperformed massively on the domestic stage over the past two seasons, with six new signings already through the door.

The initial defensive overhaul has since been followed by the captures of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes for a combined £185million to bolster a midfield that has often struggled to control games.

That double signing prompted Bergvall to tell Tottenham bosses that he wanted out in the search for more regular game time in north London.

Spurs’ stance has been clear, though. They want to keep a player who they beat Barcelona to the signature of back in 2024 but has failed to deliver on his potential to date.

The fact that Bergvall is still pushing to leave, though, has alerted other clubs to his availability, with Aston Villa showing significant interest in the 20-year-old.

However, as our sources revealed last month, Forest showed immediate interest in Bergvall as soon as it became apparent that Elliot Anderson was heading to Manchester City.

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Forest make their move for Bergvall

And it’s now being reported by multiple sources that Forest have made an official move for the Swede, who made three substitute appearances and one start for his country at the World Cup.

It’s being claimed that dialogue has started over a potential transfer but that Spurs will only sell at the right price, which they deem to be in the region of £50m.

Another of our sources has also revealed the plethora of clubs chasing Bergvall, which will only aid Tottenham when it comes to landing the fee they want for the attacking midfielder.

A potential exit will frustrate a large section of the Tottenham fanbase who think very highly of Bergvall, although the player himself has not backed up their faith in his quality.

Indeed, in 78 games for the club in all competitions, he has scored just two goals and laid on nine assists.

With that in mind, Spurs will do incredibly well to get anything close to their asking price for the player, having spent just £8.5m to secure his signature two years ago.

Omar Marmoush is set for key talks with Manchester City over his future amid growing interest from England and Germany, with TEAMtalk understanding both Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle are showing interest.

The Egyptian international has emerged as one of the more intriguing names to watch before the transfer window closes after slipping down the pecking order during the second half of last season.

Marmoush joined Man City from Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2025 in a deal worth close to £60million and initially made an encouraging impression following his arrival.

However, opportunities became increasingly limited under Pep Guardiola.

The 27-year-old started just eight Premier League matches last season and spent much of the campaign among the substitutes, prompting a number of clubs to begin monitoring his situation.

We can reveal that Tottenham and Newcastle have both made enquiries about the versatile forward, while there is also significant interest from several Bundesliga clubs, who are keen to bring Marmoush back to Germany.

His performances for Eintracht Frankfurt prior to joining Man City ensured he retained a strong reputation in the Bundesliga, and sources indicate multiple German sides would be interested if he became available.

Despite that interest, Marmoush is not rushing towards an exit.

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Maresca faces decision on Marmoush’s Man City future

TEAMtalk understands Marmoush and his representatives want clarity from new Man City head coach Enzo Maresca before making any decision over his future.

Sources have confirmed Marmoush is keen to hear exactly where he fits into Maresca’s plans before deciding whether to pursue a move elsewhere or remain at the Etihad.

The upcoming discussions are expected to be decisive.

If Maresca signals Marmoush will have a prominent role, the Egyptian is open to staying and fighting for his place.

However, should it become apparent that regular opportunities will again be difficult to come by, his camp are prepared to explore the growing interest from England and abroad.

Tottenham remain keen to strengthen in attack and are tracking Marmoush’s situation, while also retaining an interest in his Man City teammate Savinho.

Newcastle, meanwhile, have funds to play with following the £100million (including add-ons) sale of Sandro Tonali to Spurs.

They are also in the market for attacking reinforcements after Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa both failed to make the expected impact last season.

Marsmoush’s ability to play as a striker, second striker or winger are viewed as major positives by Tottenham and Newcastle.

With his future up in the air and Maresca’s decision looming, the two Premier League sides are poised to strike.

Bayern Munich remain confident they will tie Harry Kane down to a new long-term contract despite growing interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs, with Tottenham among the sides tracking his situation, TEAMtalk understands.

The England captain has enjoyed another phenomenal campaign, carrying his outstanding Bayern form onto the World Cup stage after helping the Bundesliga giants complete a domestic double and being crowned Bundesliga Player of the Year.

Kane’s numbers since arriving from Tottenham Hotspur in 2023 have been extraordinary.

The 32-year-old has scored an astonishing 146 goals in just 147 appearances, cementing his status as one of the finest strikers in world football.

However, with just 12 months remaining on his current contract, his situation is inevitably attracting attention across Europe.

We understand Bayern have been in discussions with Kane’s representatives for several months and, internally, there is little concern over the outcome.

Sources close to the German champions insist it is viewed as a matter of “when, not if” Kane signs fresh terms. That confidence has not stopped clubs from monitoring developments, though.

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Tottenham ready re-sign Harry Kane if chance arises

TEAMtalk can reveal intermediaries have been actively sounding out potential options for Kane and making both the player and his representatives aware of the interest, although there is no suggestion those individuals are acting directly on Kane’s behalf.

The Saudi Pro League continues to admire the England skipper, but sources indicate Kane has no interest in making that move at this stage of his career.

A switch to Major League Soccer is viewed far more favourably, although that is considered a long-term possibility rather than an immediate option.

Across Europe, interest remains significant. We understand Barcelona have made enquiries regarding Kane’s contractual situation, while Real Madrid have also requested to be kept informed should circumstances change over the coming months.

Former club Tottenham Hotspur are another side maintaining close contact.

Spurs are enjoying a hugely ambitious rebuild under Roberto De Zerbi and, thanks to clauses inserted into Kane’s move to Bayern, remain well informed on developments surrounding their former captain.

While no move is currently being discussed, sources believe Tottenham could be in a position next summer to offer Kane a genuine route back to north London if the circumstances aligned.

Ratcliffe dreaming of bringing Kane to Man Utd

Manchester United also remain long-term admirers.

Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has consistently been a huge fan of Kane and TEAMtalk understands United would be prepared to finance a move should an opportunity ever arise.

Chelsea and Manchester City have likewise been kept updated on the situation, with both clubs continuing to monitor one of Europe’s elite forwards.

Despite that widespread interest, Bayern’s position has not changed.

The Bundesliga champions remain fully confident Kane will commit his future to the Allianz Arena.

Ideally, they would like a new agreement signed before the new season gets underway, but TEAMtalk understands the club are relaxed if negotiations continue beyond the close of the transfer window.

Their only preference is to avoid allowing discussions to drift into the closing months of the year, with December or January viewed as the latest point they would want the situation resolved.

A fresh report claims Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly joined the race to sign an electric Barcelona forward in a move that could completely transform their attack, alongside the capture of Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi.

Spurs have finally got their house in order when it comes to their transfer business, moving early in the window to ensure they snare their top targets and give Roberto De Zerbi the maximum time to work with them in pre-season.

It’s been a back-to-front process to date, with Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke arriving to bolster the defence, along the £185million spent on Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes to completely transform the midfield.

Now, the focus has switched to upgrading a frontline that underwhelmed this past season, although significant injury issues stymied the creativity within the side.

Despite shock reports of a return for Randal Kolo Muani, Tottenham are hunting a new left-winger and a No.9 who can give them much more consistent output than Dominic Solanke and Richarlison.

Savinho, Cody Gakpo and Rafael Leao remain the top targets for the winger role, while sources indicate that the club is growing increasingly confident they can secure the signing of Kroupi.

However, a fresh report claims that Spurs are also firmly in the race for Barcelona star Ferran Torres, after the Catalan giants decided to cash in on the former Manchester City star.

Caught Offside reports that the door has opened for the north London, alongside Aston Villa, to snap up the 26-year-old, although TEAMtalk understands that PSG are the ones to watch when it comes to Torres.

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Tottenham eyeing bargain Torres swoop

Barcelona are reportedly ready to offload Torres for just €35m (£29m) this summer, due to the fact that he only has a year remaining on his contract at the Camp Nou.

Capable of playing as a traditional No.9 or out wide, Torres has scored 91 goals and notched 44 assists in 359 club-career games to date and is also a regular for the Spain national side.

Indeed, the former City star, who scored 16 times in 43 appearances across two seasons at The Etihad, has also found the net 24 times in 63 appearances for his country.

And former Barca boss Xavi is clearly a massive fan of Torres’ talents, stating during his time in charge at the LaLiga giants: “Perhaps Ferran has surprised me the most. He’s a player on another level, he’s spectacular: how he understands the space, links play, doesn’t lose the ball, his defensive work… he’s world-class.

“He’s a great signing, one I wanted, and a wonderful footballer.”

The Spain forward has featured in all of country’s World Cup matches to date, crucially assisting Mikel Merino’s winning goal in the 1-0 round of 16 victory against Portugal.

He would provide a significant upgrade in Tottenham’s attack and it’s expected that any signing would be alongside the addition of Kroupi and not instead of the Bournemouth man – especially with both players versatile enough to play out wide or through the middle.

Fabrizio Romano has dropped an emphatic update on Tottenham and their transfer plans for the wing positions, with Rafael Leao, Savinho and Cody Gakpo all named.

Tottenham are backing Roberto De Zerbi in a big way this summer, with no fewer than SIX first-teamers already signed.

Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi have filled the leadership and experience void, and none required transfer fees to sign.

A combined £237m has been splashed out on Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali. Attention has now turned to the attacking ranks.

Whether Spurs sign one or two new wingers remains to be seen. TEAMtalk understands Tottenham have growing belief they’re about to land Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi, who plays either as a striker or left winger.

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As such, only one specialist winger may join, with Rafael Leao (AC Milan), Savinho (Manchester City) and Cody Gakpo (Liverpool) all linked.

In fact, Portugal international Leao has already indicated he would be open to joining Spurs, and a club-to-club agreement with Milan can be struck for around €60m / £51m.

However, the latest from transfer guru Fabrizio Romano strongly suggests Spurs will take a pass on Leao.

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Tottenham want Savinho as top priority

Instead, their undisputed number one target is Savinho, with Gakpo serving as the main alternative. Leao, for now at least, doesn’t factor into Spurs’ thinking.

Romano stated on his YouTube channel: “On links between Rafael Leao and Tottenham – can Rafael Leao go to Tottenham? Is it true that Tottenham are negotiating for Rafael Leao?

“Guys, my understanding is the main names to take into consideration for Tottenham for the winger positions are: Cody Gakpo – but at the moment Liverpool are yet to open doors to an exit – and Savinho.

“Savinho is a top target for Tottenham. These two players are considered priorities for Tottenham for the winger position.

“I’m not saying they are joining, because this depends on negotiations, but Savinho is [target] number one, two and three because Tottenham already wanted one year ago. If you remember, in my videos I always told you this.

“Then Cody Gakpo is a desire of Tottenham but at the moment Liverpool are not opening the doors to an exit, so we have to be patient.

“On Rafael Leao, I’m not aware of negotiations between Tottenham, his agent, Tottenham and Milan, at the moment I’m not aware.”

Man City have given the green light to Savinho’s sale this summer, and the Brazilian, 22, is prepared to join Tottenham.

Prior reports have claimed this is a deal that can be struck if Tottenham put £60m on the table.

Paris Saint-Germain have turned their attention to Barcelona forward Ferran Torres after accepting they are unlikely to land El Junior Kroupi this summer – and with Tottenham Hotspur gaining belief they can now sign the Bournemouth star, TEAMtalk understands.

The European champions have been working for months to identify a replacement for Goncalo Ramos, who is closing in on a move to AC Milan, with Kroupi viewed internally as their dream signing.

However, sources can reveal PSG have now been informed the French youngster is not prepared to join the Ligue 1 giants if it means accepting a squad role behind the likes of Ousmane Dembele and the club’s established attacking stars.

That has prompted a swift change of direction in Paris.

Sources have confirmed former Manchester City forward Torres has now emerged as PSG’s preferred alternative, with the Spain international making significant progress towards a move to the Parc des Princes.

Torres has been attracting interest from across Europe for much of the summer, with his Barcelona contract entering its final 12 months.

Barcelona had hoped to persuade the 26-year-old to remain at the club, but they have continued exploring attacking reinforcements of their own and are now prepared to sanction his departure should the right proposal arrive.

TEAMtalk understands Torres has now agreed personal terms with PSG and negotiations between the clubs are advancing as the French champions look to complete a deal.

As a result of this development, TEAMtalk can reveal belief is growing that Tottenham Hotspur can complete a deal for Kroupi for themselves…

Kroupi makes PSG transfer decision as Spurs gain belief

As previously revealed by TEAMtalk, Tottenham have made Kroupi one of their priority attacking targets as Roberto De Zerbi continues to reshape his squad.

Indeed, back on July 6, we exclusively revealed how Spurs’ hierarchy were ready to greenlight a massive bid for the Bournemouth star, favouring that deal over an alternative No.9 who they had also been offered.

Furthermore, and significantly for De Zerbi’s side, sources can now confirm that Kroupi finds the prospect of joining Tottenham “hugely appealing”.

While the opportunity to play for the reigning European champions was naturally tempting, sources indicate the 20-year-old’s primary concern has always been his pathway to regular first-team football.

That is something Tottenham believe they can offer as well as a project that is emerging as one of the most ambitious in Europe, having landed the likes of Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali in recent weeks.

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Spurs view Kroupi as a player capable of leading their attack over the coming years, while his versatility to operate across the front line also fits perfectly into De Zerbi’s tactical plans.

Bournemouth, though, continue to insist Kroupi is not for sale,and have made that position clear throughout the summer.

Nevertheless, we understand Tottenham are preparing to test the Cherries’ resolve with an official bid in the coming weeks.

The north London club believe both the player and his representatives are open to the move, giving them confidence that a deal – likely to be worth around £85m (€100m, $114m) – could happen.

Tottenham Hotspur are being backed to land a “huge upgrade” to their forward line, if they can secure the proposed signing of Rafael Leao from AC Milan, in a move that would finally fix their troublesome left-wing issue.

Having allowed legendary former skipper Son Heung-min to leave last summer, all options tried and failed to provide any sort of consistent play from the left-hand side of the Spurs forward line during the 2025/26 season.

Xavi Simons was tried out there, Wilson Odobert had a fair crack before his injury, as did Mathys Tel, while Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani were also utilised in that position.

But it appears that Roberto De Zerbi saw enough in his small seven-game sample size to realise that a top-quality player is required opposite Mohammed Kudus, assuming the Ghana star is fit to start the new campaign.

Manchester City’s Savinho continues to be heavily linked with a switch to Tottenham, but there appears to be more buzz surrounding Leao, who our sources have informed us has already said yes to moving to the capital.

And now European expert Andy Brassell has given his verdict on Leao heading to Spurs and exactly what the Portugal international will give De Zerbi’s side, as the attacker pushes hard for a Milan exit.

“Rafael Leao is not at the peak of his form at the moment,” Brassell told talkSPORT. “But that probably means he’s a potential bargain for some lucky Premier League team out there.

“He’s had some stuff going on off the pitch as well – personal stuff that he’s had to deal with which is no doubt affected him.

“But as we said, even with him playing below potential, the numbers have actually been pretty good if we overlook the fact that he didn’t create as much as he might have done last season and, in fact, all the numbers have been down.

“But what this has meant is that there’s a potential bargain there. We talked about that 175 million euro buyout clause.

“No one’s paying even half that at the moment. There’s no question of that.

“So this brings the Premier League teams back into the picture. It’s not just about the Saudi clubs. And he’s shown a real disinclination to go to Saudi.

“He wants to stay in Europe, and he wants to test himself in the Premier League.”

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De Zerbi tipped to reignite Leao’s career at Tottenham

Leao did himself no harm with his limited game time at the World Cup, scoring a goal and adding an assist in only one start across his five appearances for Portugal.

“He said before the World Cup that he thinks this is the moment for him at 27 to separate from Milan,” Brassell added.

“So I guess the question is: can he do it, and where is the fit? He can definitely do it. We’ve seen that in this World Cup.

“In fact, in that rather scratchy last 32 performance that Portugal gave against Croatia, he was one of their better players.

“He’s brilliant on that left-hand side, creating the winner with a fantastic cross for Goncalo Ramos. How much is he as well?

“So underlining exactly what an impactful player he can be any given moment. Before you look at his dribbling and his speed, the way he can change pace and direction. It just glides on the ball. It looks so effortless, almost like Thierry Henry in that sort of slot.

“He never looks like he’s busting a blood vessel, but he’s completely outpacing others. So the second bit that who really see?

“We know Tottenham were interested in him, and that would be a really interesting bit, a big upgrade for him for them on that left-hand side.

“Of course, since Son [Heung-min] has gone, they’ve not really had a player of that sort of explosive quality in that sort of area of the pitch, and I think they are comparable because even though Son did become more central in the closing part of his time, it’s first we know Rafael now can do that.

“We know he can come inside and score goals as well, and maybe the fluidity of the Premier League and the pace of it really works for him in that sense in the sense that he’s always fighting for the right to counter-attack.

“Now look, there are loads of other clubs that he could end up at, but with Tottenham really nailing their colours to the mast in terms of getting out there in terms of battering down all the previous cliches about them not spending money this season – He would be a huge, huge upgrade in attack.

“Working with a coach as intense as Roberto De Zerbi might get the best out of him consistently, which is exactly what he needs at the age of 27 if he’s really to become one of the best players in the world.”

Tottenham have been given hope of landing a star Portugal forward after he slowed down a move to the Saudi Pro League following the World Cup.

Spurs have shelled more than £200million already this summer, and there could be more to come. They’ve so far signed players in defence and the midfield, as well as a free transfer goalkeeper, and attack is all that’s left.

Tottenham have long wanted to improve in the wide positions, and it’s become evident in recent days that they’re interested in signing Francisco Trincao, who has just returned from the World Cup with Portugal.

Reports in Portugal suggest the wide man was verging on an agreement to head to the Saudi Pro League with Al-Ahli.

Sporting CP were said to be open to Trincao’s sale in a £42.1million move, while the Saudi club were willing to quadruple the wages he had been earning.

However, the 26-year-old now wants a few days to consider the proposal following the exit from the World Cup.

It’s said a move within Europe remains a possibility, and Tottenham are therefore one of the clubs who could benefit.

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Tottenham among Trincao admirers

Spurs are not the only club even within England who want to sign Trincao, though.

Liverpool and Manchester City have both been named in a report as clubs who could look to land the winger, who last season had 13 goals and 18 assists to his name.

While those sides would likely not stretch financially to where Saudi clubs can, that Trincao hasn’t immediately accepted the move suggests there’s some doubt over whether he should.

At 26, and having had two seasons in a row with more than 15 assists to his name, the Portuguese could add a lot of value still in Europe.

A move to Saudi represents a fantastic payday, but Trincao surely has a lot still to offer.

Should he head away from Europe now, he might lose momentum and not be able to get back to his best.

For their faults over the last couple of seasons, in which they have twice finished 17th in the Premier League, Tottenham appear to have some good momentum behind them.

Of their six signings so far, three or four are probably regular starters, and Trincao would likely be the same.

Former Tottenham scout Bryan King has backed Newcastle to go after one of the main saviours of Spurs’ season last time out, as a replacement for the likely departing Bruno Guimaraes.

Spurs have made two huge midfield signings this season, in Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali. The former West Ham and Newcastle pair cost a combined £185million and will surely both be regular starters.

Their signings meant that Joao Palhinha, for whom the club had a £26million option to buy, was not brought back, despite scoring important goals in victories over Wolves and Everton in the latter stages of the Premier League relegation scrap.

There have been suggestions that a return to his native Portugal is most likely for the midfielder owned by Bayern Munich, but King feels Newcastle could be viable.

He told Football Insider: “That’s the manager’s [Roberto De Zerbi] decision as far as I can see. He don’t fancy him.

“I think the manager now looks at it and thinks: ‘Well, we’ve got [Conor] Gallagher. We’ve got [James] Maddison back. We’re never going to play all three and it’s far easier to send him back.’

“Without any doubt, he’ll either go back to a German team or he’ll be picked up by another Premier League team.

“If Guimaraes does leave, [Palhinha] could be a player who could be brought in for him at Newcastle. He’d certainly be a player who could play alongside him. That’s for sure.”

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Guimaraes closing in on exit

Guimaraes’ potential exit has accelerated of late. In recent days, the Newcastle midfielder told the club he wanted to leave, though he isn’t going to force his way out.

Arsenal have made a couple of approaches for him, though haven’t managed to make a breakthrough just yet.

TEAMtalk is aware that the midfielder’s representatives have accelerated talks over a move to the Emirates in recent days.

Indeed, the Brazilian ideally doesn’t want to return to pre-season training with Newcastle following the World Cup if he doesn’t have to.

Reports have suggested the Magpies would accept upwards of £60million, but sources state they’re instead hopeful of closer to £100million.

Fresh talks have taken place with Arsenal, and joining them is Guimaraes’ end goal.