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Tottenham Hotspur are pressing ahead with their quest to sign Xavi Simons, with sources revealing to TEAMtalk that a meeting with the RB Leipzig star’s agents is imminent, as Chelsea get a major boost in their pursuit of the Dutch star.

After struggling to make an impact at Paris Saint-Germain, Simons has established himself as one of the best young attacking players in Europe at RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old has demonstrated his versatility by playing in attacking midfield and as a winger for the German club.

Simons has scored 22 goals and given 24 assists in 78 appearances for Leipzig so far in his career. The Netherlands international’s former Leipzig team-mate, Dani Olmo, described him as “a really complete player” who “has an amazing dribbling technique” on the German club’s official website in February 2024.

Chelsea have long been keen on a summer deal for Simons, but sources have told TEAMtalk that London rivals Tottenham are now making their moves to convince the youngster to switch to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium instead.

TEAMtalk understands that in a dramatic twist to the summer transfer saga, Simons has touched down in London, intensifying efforts to secure a high-profile move before the window slams shut on September 1.

Known for his creativity and goal-scoring prowess, Simons is at the center of a tug-of-war between Chelsea and Tottenham.

Simons, who scored 11 goals and gave eight assists in 33 appearances last season, has already expressed his desire to join Chelsea.

An insider has disclosed to TEAMtalk: “He’s made it clear to the club that Stamford Bridge is his preferred destination.”

Although this personal endorsement could prove pivotal in swaying the deal, Tottenham are not backing down.

Under manager Thomas Frank, Tottenham view Simons as the ideal addition to their attacking midfield, offering dynamism that is missing following James Maddison’s long-term knee injury and Son Heung-min’s departure to Los Angeles FC.

The north London club is scheduled to meet with Simons’ representatives imminently, armed with a willingness to match Leipzig’s £60million ((€69m, $81m) valuation.

“Tottenham are very keen and prepared to pay the asking price,” a source familiar with the talks confirmed to TEAMtalk.

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Chelsea still a major threat to Tottenham for Xavi Simons – sources

Even though Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is willing to splash the cash to get a deal done for Simons, last season’s Europa League winners remain acutely aware of the player’s leanings towards Chelsea, which could complicate proceedings.

Sources close to the negotiations have also told TEAMtalk that Chelsea’s interest in Simons has surged in recent days,

Bolstered by the impending departure of Christopher Nkunku to AC Milan, Chelsea believe that they now have the funds to seal a deal for Simons.

Nkunku’s imminent €45m (£39m, $52.5m) switch to Milan has freed up funds and squad space at Stamford Bridge, making the Blues more optimistic about landing their target.

Leipzig, eager to capitalise on Simons’ rising, have set a firm £60m (€69m, $81m) price tag—deemed sufficient to finalise any agreement.

Latest Tottenham news: Nico Paz ‘promise’, Man Utd winger offered

Real Madrid have made a ‘promise’ to Nico Paz, as Los Blancos aim to stop Tottenham from signing the Como and Argentina international attacking midfielder before the summer transfer window closes on September 1.

A Manchester United outcast has been offered to Tottenham, who have learnt Manchester City’s final decision on Savinho.

Tottenham are in talks to land a midfielder who once came very close to join the north London outfit, with his current club now desperate to offload him.

Real Madrid have made it clear to Nico Paz their plans for the Como playmaker next summer, according to a report in Spain, as Tottenham Hotspur aim to break their transfer record and convince the youngster to join Thomas Frank’s side now.

With Son Heung-min leaving for Los Angeles FC and James Maddison on the sidelines for most of this season after suffering a knee injury in pre-season, Tottenham are on the hunt for attacking reinforcements before the summer transfer window closes on September 1, with Como star Paz a key target for Spurs manager Thomas Frank and chairman Daniel Levy.

There have been reports that Tottenham have already had a bid turned down for Como, although they have since been refuted by the Italian club’s president Mirwan Suwarso.

Tottenham are ready to offer €80m (£69m / $93m) for Paz, according to Quotidiano Sportivo, and make the former Madrid youngster their most expensive signing in history, with Dominic Solanke currently holding that record at £65m (€75m, $87.4m).

However, that still might not get the deal done for Tottenham, with AS reporting that Madrid have lofty plans for Paz and plan to bring him back to the Santiago Bernabeu next summer.

The 20-year-old came through the Madrid youth system and made a handful of appearances for the first team before joining Como in the summer of 2024.

Madrid have three buy-back clauses – one for this summer, one for 2026 and one for 2027.

Los Blancos also have 50% of the rights to Paz and can match any bid from another club.

AS has reported that Madrid have ‘told’ Paz that they are ‘counting on him for 2026’ and plan to bring him back for €9m (£7.7m, $10.5m).

This ‘promise’ from Madrid to Paz has convinced him to stay at Como and do well for the Serie A club so that he can be part of the Argentina squad for the 2026 World Cup finals.

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What Nico Paz has said about his future

Paz was one of the best young players in Serie A last season and starred for Como.

The Argentina international playmaker made 30 starts and five substitute appearances for Cesc Fabregas’s side, scoring six goals and giving eight assists.

Paz has also made a strong start to the 2025/26 campaign, scoring one goal and providing an assist as Como beat Lazio 2-0 in their opening Serie A game of the season at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia last weekend.

After the match, Como president Suwarso raved about Paz and Corriere della Sera: “I’m not in a position to say he could win the Ballon d’Or in the future.

“The transfer rumors about Tottenham? It’s not true that we rejected the offer.

“No one formalizes offers knowing that we’d then have to send them to Real Madrid, who have the right to match them.

“There was a moment when we feared Nico might return to Madrid.

“He grew up in Real Madrid’s youth academy and dreams of playing at the Bernabeu one day. Luckily, he stayed.”

Paz himself has made it clear that he wants to stay at Como.

The playmaker told Provincia di Como: “The transfer market? I didn’t listen to anything.

“I stayed focused on preparing for the season. Let’s hope everything goes well and that we can reach the highest possible level.”

Latest Real Madrid news: Deadline day bid, shock Man City raid

Madrid are bracing themselves for a bid for one of their best forwards, with a top Premier League club set to make a bid for him on the final day of the summer transfer window.

Kobbie Mainoo could leave Man Utd, and Madrid already know if the England international midfielder would be willing to make a move to the Santiago Bernabeu.

Manchester City are keeping tabs on a star Madrid signed only this summer and are planning to make a move for him in 2026.

Tottenham Hotspur have learned whether Xavi Simons will join Thomas Frank’s side if he has the chance to play for Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, according to a report, as Luka Vuskovic looks set to leave on a loan deal.

Son Heung-min’s departure to Los Angeles FC and James Maddison’s long-term knee injury mean that Tottenham are on the hunt for attacking reinforcements before the summer transfer window closes on September 1. Tottenham thought that they were closing in on the signing of Eberechi Eze only for Arsenal to make a late play and strike a deal with Crystal Palace for the attacking midfielder.

This has led Tottenham manager Frank and chairman Daniel Levy to get back in the market for a winger/attacking midfielder, with Savinho of Manchester City, Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers and Real Madrid ace Rodrygo among the players on the north London club’s radar.

RB Leipzig star Simons is also of interest to Tottenham, with transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reporting last week that Spurs would ‘love to have’ the Netherlands international in their team.

Romano noted at the time that Tottenham ‘made some contact a few days ago already’, only for the north London outfit to learn that the 22-year-old ‘has his heart set on a move to Chelsea’.

It seems that Tottenham are still trying to persuade Simons, with The Telegraph reporting that the Premier League club are ‘holding talks over a bid’ for the former Paris Saint-Germain youngster.

Tottenham will only make an offer if they believe that they can wrap up a deal quickly for Simons, who played both as a left-winger and as an attacking midfielder in the 2024/25 campaign and scored 11 goals and gave eight assists in 33 appearances.

Chelsea are keen on Simons, TEAMtalk understands, with our transfer insider, Fraser Fletcher, reporting on July 24 that the star has already approved a move to Stamford Bridge.

The sticking point is that Chelsea need to offload Christopher Nkunku to sign Simons, who is valued at £60million (€69m, $81m) by his club Leipzig.

GiveMeSport has backed The Telegraph’s claim that Tottenham have returned for Simons, reporting that they have ‘enquired about the attacking midfielder’s availability’.

However, ‘Simons’ heart is set on joining’ Chelsea, claims the report, with the winger ‘determined’ to join the Blues.

‘Simons has decided that his preference is to embark on a fresh challenge with Chelsea despite Tottenham trying to hijack the move to Stamford Bridge,’ according to the report, which has added that Spurs have ‘discovered’ that they will ‘struggle’ to convince him to change his mind.

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Luka Vuskovic to join Hamburg on loan

While Tottenham are planning to sign a top-class winger before the summer transfer window closes on September 1, the north London club are about to offload Vuskovic on a loan deal.

The 18-year-old central defender officially joined Tottenham earlier this summer, after the Premier League club had reached an agreement with Hajduk Split back in September 2023.

Although Tottenham have high hopes of the Croatia international, last season’s Europa League winners are about to send him out on loan.

According to The Athletic, German club Hamburg have reached an agreement in principle with Tottenham over signing Vuskovic on a season-long loan deal.

It will be a straight loan, with Hamburg not having an option or an obligation to make the transfer permanent next summer.

Tottenham want the teenager to get more experience in a first-team setting and get valuable playing time this season.

Latest Tottenham news: Man Utd winger offered, midfielder talks

A Manchester United outcast has been offered to Tottenham, as the north London club learn Manchester City’s stance on selling Savinho before the summer transfer window closes on September 1.

Tottenham are in talks to sign a midfielder who has been linked with a move to the Premier League club in previous windows, with his club deciding to put him up for sale this summer.

TEAMtalk’s transfer insider, Dean Jones, has reported West Ham United’s stance on selling Lucas Paqueta to Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur have been offered the chance to sign a Manchester United player that Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim wants to get rid of, according to a report, as Fabrizio Romano reveals Manchester City’s latest stance on selling Savinho to Spurs.

With the summer transfer window closing on September 1, Tottenham are now racing against time to sign more attacking players. With Son Heung-min having left for Los Angeles FC and James Maddison set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a knee injury, Tottenham chairman Levy is keen on strengthening the squad so that manager Frank can guide the team to the Premier League top four as well as make an impact in the Champions League.

TEAMtalk understands that Man City winger Savinho is Tottenham’s top target, with the Brazil international winger himself keen on a move to last season’s Europa League winners.

Sources have told TEAMtalk’s transfer insider, Dean Jones, that Tottenham are keeping tabs on West Ham United attacking midfielder Lucas Paqueta, while Real Madrid winger Rodrygo is also on the radar of Spurs.

According to TBR, Man Utd winger Jadon Sancho has been offered to Tottenham as a potential alternative to Savinho.

Sancho is out of contract at Man Utd at the end of the season, and Red Devils manager Amorim does not have the winger in his plans.

The English winger, who earns £250,000 per week, himself wants to leave Old Trafford, with Man Utd open to selling him for £20million (€23.2m, $27m).

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Man Utd were ready to offload Sancho to AS Roma for (€23.2m, $27m), but the winger is not willing to take a pay-cut to complete the move.

This has led to the 25-year-old former Man City prospect being offered to Tottenham, according to journalist Graeme Bailey.

Bailey told TBR: “Savinho is still of major interest to them. They think there’s a possibility, and the player wants to go to Tottenham.

“We need to keep an eye on that. Jadon Sancho’s name has been offered to them, but we’ll see what happens in the coming days.

The journalist added: “Spurs still want a number 10 and a left-sided player, and I think they’ll get at least one.”

Manchester City take firm Savinho stance amid Tottenham interest

While there is no doubt that Sancho has a lot of potential, the winger has not been great since his move to Man Utd from Borussia Dortmund back in 2021.

The Englishman had a mixed loan spell at Chelsea last season and could not convince the Blues to make his deal permanent, so much so that the Conference League and 2025 FIFA Club World Cup winners decided to pay a penalty to get out of their obligation to sign him permanently.

Savinho is a better option than Sancho, with the Brazil international winger four years younger and also having done well for Man City last season.

The 21-year-old made 48 appearances for Man City in the 2024/25 campaign, scoring three goals and giving 13 assists in the process.

Sources have told TEAMtalk’s transfer correspondent, Fraser Fletcher, that Tottenham are ready to pay £70m (€81.2m, $94.5m) for Savinho.

TEAMtalk understands that Savinho is ready to join Spurs, but journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Man City have made it clear to last season’s Europa League winners that he is not for sale.

Latest Tottenham news: Midfielder talks, striker contact

Tottenham are in talks with a midfielder whose club have decided to offload him this summer after a hugely controversial incident.

TEAMtalk’s transfer correspondent, Fraser Fletcher, has reported that Tottenham have made contact to sign a top striker, as the north London club aim to bolster their attacking options.

Tottenham are still in for a former Real Madrid playmaker despite having an initial bid for the Argentina international turned down.

Tottenham are reportedly in talks over the signing of a midfielder who they had the chance to sign a year ago, as he’s now being shown the door by his club.

Spurs have done some good recruitment so far this summer. Two of their signings – Mohammed Kudus and Joao Palhinha – have already contributed to goals in wins.

But the north London outfit have more transfers in view.

They have made contact for Antoine Semenyo and Lucas Paqueta, they are still working on signing Savinho, and now Adrien Rabiot is on their radar.

Tottenham were offered the chance to sign Rabiot last summer, but turned it down, and the Frenchman’s mother was slammed, as: “If he had been accompanied by a pro, he would be in a European top ten club and what’s more, he was free.”

But now, Fabrice Hawkins reports Rabiot is of interest to AC Milan, Villa and Tottenham, all of whom are ‘in talks with his entourage’.

None are said to be in discussions with Marseille, but it’s known they are ready to show Rabiot the door after a changing room bust-up with Jonathan Rowe.

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Tottenham battling United?

Fabrizio Romano recently revealed that Manchester United are going to be offered the chance to sign Rabiot.

They were also linked with the midfielder prior to his move to Marseille in 2024.

Romano said: “Many of those who are close to Adrien Rabiot’s camp are proposing the opportunity to offer Rabiot to clubs, for example, also to Manchester United.

“He’s a player who was a target for Man United many years ago, and in recent years was never close. At the moment, guys, I’m not hearing anything concrete on Manchester United in negotiations for Rabiot.

“He is going to be offered to Manchester United and many other clubs as an opportunity for €15-20 million. But at the moment, again, it’s still an open situation. Let’s see what’s going to happen there.”

Who has the upper hand, then, remains to be seen, with three clubs said to be in talks, and United being offered the midfielder amid uncertainty over the future of Kobbie Mainoo.

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As mentioned, transfer insider Romano has revealed Tottenham contact for both Semenyo and Paqueta.

The former will cost £65million and the latter £50-60million, according to TEAMtalk sources.

Meanwhile, attacking target Maghnes Akliouche is enthusiastic about a move to Tottenham, sources state.

And, Spurs are said to be preparing a £69million move for Como midfielder Nico Paz.

Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Tottenham have made contact for TWO Premier League stars as he expects a “busy” end to the summer window.

Spurs have made one big Premier League signing this summer, in Mohammed Kudus. He assisted twice in his first Tottenham game, against Burnley.

Elsewhere, the north London club have added Mathys Tel, Kevin Danso, Luka Vuskovic, Kota Takai and the loan of Joao Palhinha.

But they are not done yet, and transfer insider Romano envisions a busy finish to the summer for Tottenham, who are going after two more Premier League stars now.

Romano said on YouTube: “In the last 24/48 hours, Tottenham also made some calls for other players. They wanted to understand the situation of Lucas Paqueta at West Ham.

“Also a player they appreciate and they know very well, and was already a target, but now, obviously, it’s late in the market, so it’s going to be difficult, is [Antoine] Semenyo at Bournemouth. Another name mentioned internally at Tottenham in the last 24 hours, then soon it’s going to be time to decide.

“Soon is going to be the time to make final decisions, attack and go for these new signings. But for sure, Tottenham will be busy again on the market. It’s not over at all. So they are optimistic to find the solutions they want.”

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Tottenham chances of landing double deal

TEAMtalk is aware of Spurs interest in a few forwards, with Savinho being the main one, though Manchester City are unlikely to sell.

Ademola Lookman is also on the radar, but given the final stages of the summer are approaching, multiple targets being in view if some can’t be signed seems smart.

Sources have previously revealed that Semenyo has a price tag of £65million. That is less than sources have suggested Tottenham would be willing to part with for Savinho, so that deal could have legs if the club get the answer they are looking for.

Meanwhile, TEAMtalk is aware that a bid of £50-60million for Paqueta could see West Ham sell.

Though they’d rather not sell a second player to Spurs this summer, after doing so with Kudus earlier on, the fee could mean they have little choice.

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Along with the aforementioned interest in Lookman and Savinho, Tottenham are also keen on the signing of Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche.

TEAMtalk is aware he is very enthusiastic about a move to north London.

Meanwhile, a new Tottenham bid for Nico Paz totalling £69million is said to be in the works.

And, Spurs target Piero Hincapie is believed to have made it clear to Bayer Leverkusen that he will be leaving if his release clause is triggered.

West Ham United could yet be forced into their most difficult transfer decision of the window, as TEAMtalk understands there is a genuine chance of Lucas Paqueta being sold amid interest from Tottenham Hotspur, with his price tag revealed.

The Hammers have struggled to raise funds for new arrivals and have even been operating with a sell-to-buy strategy, with the priority this week being the signing of two new central midfielders.

TEAMtalk revealed yesterday (August 26) that West Ham are working on multiple midfield targets as pressure mounts on manager Graham Potter.

While the club have worked hard to avoid major departures, there has always been an acceptance that another big sale might be required if the right offer arrived.

Paqueta, 28, is the player who could come into focus. Sources suggest that a bid in the region of £50–60million may yet be enough to tempt West Ham into selling the Brazilian before deadline day.

Tottenham are among the clubs keeping tabs on the situation as they weigh up midfield alternatives in the market.

Spurs are looking to strengthen in the middle of the park and they are considering a swoop for Paqueta, who is arguably West Ham’s best player…

West Ham stance on selling another star to Tottenham revealed

Despite Tottenham’s interest in Paqueta, TEAMtalk understands that West Ham are deeply reluctant to sanction a move across London.

Having already sold Mohammed Kudus to Spurs earlier this summer, the prospect of losing another key figure to their rivals would risk a fierce backlash from supporters.

No formal approach has yet been made and even Spurs accept such a move would likely be knocked back, but Paqueta’s name has been raised in discussions.

Paqueta signed for West Ham from Lyon in 2022 for a then club-record fee of £51million. He has made 123 appearances for the Hammers, notching 20 goals and 14 assists in the process.

Meanwhile, we understand that Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Exequiel Palacios is one player of interest for West Ham as they look to strengthen before the window closes, as stated in our report yesterday.

The Hammers suffered their third consecutive defeat of the season by losing to Wolves 3-2 last night in the Carabao Cup, heaping further pressure on Potter.

They face Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Sunday before a two-week international break in which Potter’s could be called into question again.

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Tottenham Hotspur are intensifying their pursuit of new talent as the transfer window nears its close, with Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman emerging as a prime target in what could be an explosive week in north London.

Sources reveal that Spurs have initiated contact with the 27-year-old Nigerian forward’s representatives to gauge the feasibility of a move.

Lookman, who netted 20 goals and contributed seven assists last season, including a historic hat-trick in Atalanta’s 2024 Europa League final triumph, is expected to leave the Serie A side before the September 1 deadline. His versatility across the front line makes him an ideal fit for Thomas Frank’s attacking setup at Spurs, while his 85 career goals to date prove he is a real threat in the final third.

Alongside Lookman, Tottenham have their eyes on AS Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche, a 23-year-old French star who has been closely monitored by the club’s scouts.

Akliouche, capable of playing as a winger or in the No. 10 role, is very enthusiastic about a potential move to North London, with his ambition to compete in the Premier League aligning with Spurs’ vision.

Valued at approximately £47.5 million, the dynamic playmaker could provide a creative spark, especially with James Maddison sidelined by injury.

While Spurs remain open to signing a striker, their primary focus is strengthening the wide areas and the attacking midfield.

The club’s interest in Manchester City’s Savinho continues, with Tottenham willing to pay upwards of £65million to secure the Brazilian winger. Negotiations with City are ongoing, though the Premier League champions are hesitant to part ways with the 21-year-old, whose agent is pushing for a deal as his player is keen to make the move.

With the transfer window ticking down, Tottenham’s proactive approach underscores their ambition to build a squad capable of competing for trophies. Fans are buzzing with anticipation as the club pursues Lookman, Akliouche, and potentially Savinho to elevate their attacking prowess.

It’s been a great start for Thomas Frank and the Spurs hierarchy do believe that he is the man to build a successful era at the club.

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Tottenham Hotspur’s hopes of signing incredible Como playmaker Nico Paz appear not to be dead in the water just yet, following a fresh update on Tuesday.

Spurs remain determined to sign both a new winger and No.10 in the final week of the window and continue to chase Manchester City star Savinho to fill the massive void left by Son Heung-min’s exit to LAFC.

In terms of the playmaking role, Tottenham have fixed their gaze on Como star Paz after Arsenal hijacked their ‘agreed’ deal for Eberechi Eze.

Tottenham’s interest in Paz was confirmed last week, with Fabrizio Romano revealing that an offer of €70million (add-ons included) was lodged for the exciting attacker.

Unfortunately for Spurs, the playmaker opted to stay with Como for the 2025/26 campaign, with Romano also confirming that a return to Real Madrid, where Paz spent a number of years as a youngster, was also the likeliest outcome in the summer of 2026.

And now, Como owner Mirwan Suwarso has spoken to Corriere della Sera about the reported Totteham approach, with the Indonesian explaining that no offer has been rejected.

“It’s not true that we rejected the offer. No one formalises an offer knowing that then we should send them to Real Madrid, who have the right to match.”

Further, Suwarso stated that Paz has dreams of playing for Real Madrid again in the future.

“There was a moment when we feared Nico might return to Madrid: he grew up in Real Madrid’s youth academy and dreams of playing at the Bernabeu one day. Luckily, he stayed.”

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New Tottenham bid for Paz being formulated

Despite Suwarso’s comments, Tottenham remain interested in trying to test Como’s resolve, especially knowing that Real are not currently in the market for any more attacking signings in the final week of the summer window.

To that end, Quotidiano Sportivo claims that north London transfer chiefs are preparing a new bid for the player and are prepared to offer €80m (£69m / $93m) to try and get a deal over the line.

Paz scored six goals and added nine assists in 35 appearances in all competitions for Como last season, playing the majority of his games in an attacking midfield role.

Given his ability, he would arguably slot straight into Frank’s side to add creativity, given the current absence of both James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski – despite Tottenham’s promising start to the new season, with two wins from two Premier League outings.

Como are, however, expected to play hardball over any deal. They continue to been in discussions with Real over reducing Los Blancos’ control over Paz, as they do not want to hand the Spanish side 50% of what they earn from the attacking midfielder’s future sale.

This could well be one to watch in the remaining week of the window.

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Tottenham Hotspur transfer target Piero Hincapie has reportedly made a major decision over his future that is great news for Tottenham Hotspur, although they will still need to fight off a late challenge from Arsenal to sign the centre-back target.

Spurs remain in the hunt for at least two or three more signings before the summer window shuts on September 1, with a left winger, a No.10 and a centre-back all on Thomas Frank’s radar.

The north London club are currently pushing for a blockbuster double deal for Manchester City’s Savinho and Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche to tick off those first two boxes, while landing Hincapie would round off a tremendous window – despite some bumps (Morgan Gibbs-White) and bruises (Eberechi Eze) along the way.

Various sources have reported over the past couple of weeks that Tottenham have settled on Hincapie as their top centre-back target, with the Ecuador international viewed as the ideal man to slot in when Frank changes his formation up to a back three, leaving Kevin Danso as fourth choice.

However, it seemed like a very difficult deal to complete, with Leverkusen having no intention of selling Hincapie, but there has been a big twist in the transfer saga in the lead-up to deadline day.

It has now been revealed by Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg that Hincapie has decided to leave Leverkusen before the end of the transfer window and that any club that triggers his €60m (£52m) can secure his signature.

While Leverkusen want to keep the centre-back, the 23-year-old talent has reportedly informed his club that he will be departing if a suitable offer arrives.

Although Arsenal’s late interest is a concern, given what happened with Eze, they are not prepared to hit that release clause figure. That is not believed to be the case with Tottenham, who rate Hincapie very highly and are willing to trigger that clause.

It’s reported that they have now learnt their lesson from the episodes with Gibbs-White and Eze and are ready to jump in and seal a deal for the Leverkusen man.

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Where Hincapie fits in at Tottenham?

The beauty of Hincapie is his ability to perform equally well as a left-sided central defender or at left-back, which is arguably where he could start if and when Frank opts to play a back four.

The new Spurs boss has been tinkering with different formations throughout his first three competitive games in charge of the club and values players who can fill different roles.

Djed Spence has been starting on the left in the absence of Destiny Udogie, but Hincapie would give Frank another big threat from set-pieces – something that the Dane values highly.

Hincapie’s agent certainly thinks his client would be a big asset for any new club. Speaking to CaughtOffside recently, Manuel Sierra revealed what makes the defender special.

He said: “Basically he’s a warrior, he’s a leader.

“He is, for me, one of the best left central defenders in the world. One of the best left-backs and the best hybrid players for sure.

“I mean, he needs – or he deserves to – play in the world’s best places.

“He’s very happy in Bayer but he’s ready for the next step.

“He is also very good at playmaking. He just likes to win like nothing else. He competes for win all the time, even when he hasn’t played that often.

“He’s a warrior, but above all, he is a very good person; nice person and humble guy who knows where he comes from.”

It just now remains to be seen whether Spurs can get a deal over the line for Hincapie before Monday’s deadline.

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