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Daniel Levy could leave Tottenham in the near future after the latest sale hint, according to reports that have emerged on the eve of the home Premier League clash with Leicester City.

The Spurs chairman has been the subject of intense criticism for a number of years in north London and that has been amplified by a disastrous Premier League so far for Ange Postecoglou’s men.

The Australian’s future is currently on a knife edge heading into the must-win Foxes clash, although Tottenham fans were venting the majority of anger at Levy after last weekend’s 3-2 defeat at Everton as Postecoglou and the players applauded them for their support.

Spurs have been devastated by injuries for the past couple of months, particularly defensively, while their approach over the summer of signing younger talents to replace experienced performers has also played a part in their struggles.

What looked like it might be a busy January, after the early addition of impressive young keeper Antonin Kinsky, has turned into a damp squib – with plenty of speculation over a striker signing in particular but zero action so far.

The 62-year-old Levy has held his post in N17 since 2001 and there can be little argument that the club has grown significantly in that time, despite not picking up any silverware in 17 years now.

And, despite sitting in a fancy new stadium for almost six years, it’s the latter fact that has irked Tottenham fans – who feel that there has not been enough investment in the first-team squad to end that trophy drought.

But despite Postecoglou’s struggles this season, to go along with some of his shortcomings, Spurs supporters have made it very clear who they would rather see leave.

And, in his Sun on Sunday column, journalist Phil Thomas has hinted that Levy could wave goodbye, writing: “At some point, there will be a sacrifice and at some point, we all know it will be Ange Postecoglou. Spurs fans can scream as loud as they like, it won’t be Daniel Levy.

“Unless someone waves a fat cheque under Levy’s nose, and watch this space for that down the line, he is going nowhere.”

The ‘watch this space’ line is certainly very interesting, given continued talk that Levy could sell up if the right offer was made for the club.

Qatari interest in Tottenham ‘real’

Meanwhile, former Everton chief Keith Wyness insists the Qatari state has a “real interest” in investment at Tottenham going forward.

Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, the 67-year-old claimed the state-backed Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) are a “good match” for Spurs.

It was widely reported last year that Levy has been in talks to sell a 10% stake in Tottenham that could value the club at up to £3.75billion.

Levy has held several rounds of talks with QSI president Nasser Al-Khelaifi, who is also president at French giants PSG, over investment opportunities in recent years.

That relationship was reportedly renewed this month, when the Tottenham chief jetted out to Paris for in-person negotiations over a potential deal for striker Randal Kolo Muani.

And now Wyness has given his take on potential changes in N17, saying: “The talks between QSI and Spurs have been going on for years now. The first reports were three years ago, when they started discussing a potential deal.

“There’s no doubt there is real interest from Qatar. I think a London club like Spurs fit the profile, but the problem is with PSG and how they’d handle that with the Champions League rules. But at the moment, Spurs aren’t threatening to make the Champions League.

“Qatar like to invest in clubs with big assets, like the new stadium. I do think it would work. We might see something develop out of this.

“Nasser Al-Khelaifi is a very reasonable guy, I’ve met him a few times, and he understands that it will all depend on the QSI’s long-term strategy. But I think it’s a good match.”

Tottenham are reportedly edging closer to the signing of a new striker in the final weeks of the January transfer window, although it will not be a move that will particularly excite fans from north London.

Spurs were on the hunt for a new No.9 even before Dominic Solanke was ruled out for six weeks with a knee injury suffered in training, with the former Bournemouth man only notching seven times in the Premier League this season – although his all-round play has been impressive.

The likes of Liam Delap, Jonathan David and Santiago Gimenez have all been linked with moves to Tottenham, with TT previously reporting that Daniel Levy and co. are pushing hard to try and bring in Ipswich man Delap.

However, according to the print edition of Record, Spurs are edging closer to a deal for Ajax attacker Brian Brobbey ahead of the February 3 cut-off date for fresh additions.

The 22-year-old’s overall record of 52 goals and 26 assists in 148 games for the Dutch giants is decent, but digging deeper this season has been a real struggle for Brobbey.

The Netherlands international has scored three times in 29 appearances in all competitions this season but only once in 17 league outings for Ajax – not exactly the sort of goal output that Ange Postecoglou is looking for.

What’s more, Brobbey has only started twice in the Dutch Eredivisie, with the majority of his starts coming in the Europa League instead – a clear indication that Ajax are putting him in the shop window on the European stage.

Brobbey is currently under contract until 2027 and it’s reported Ajax are hoping to recoup around €30million (£25m / $31m) for his services, although a loan-to-buy scenario is more likely at this stage.

A product of Ajax’s famed youth academy, Brobbey has not yet filled his potential after making a memorable senior debut in 2020 with a goal against Fortuna Sittard.

After a brief stint with RB Leipzig in 2021, Brobbey returned to Ajax – first on loan and then on a permanent deal. He was certainly at his best last season, with the forward notching 18 goals and 10 assists in 30 Eredivisie games.

However, that momentum has not transferred to the current campaign for a player who still has a burgeoning reputation in European football.

West Ham, Roma also in Brobbey chase

Indeed, Tottenham are not the only club pursuing a deal for the Dutchman, with Premier League rivals West Ham and Italian outfit Roma also pursuing his signature.

The Hammers desperately need to bring in a new frontman due to injuries to central strikers Michail Antonio and Niclas Fullkrug, while the main source of goals for Graham Potter’s men, Jarrod Bowen, is also on the sidelines.

Indeed, reports from the Netherlands suggest that West Ham have already offered a £100,000 per week contract to the forward to tempt him to move to the London Stadium.

Roma, meanwhile, are close to offloading backup striker, Eldor Shomurodov, who is expected to join relegation-threatened Venezia imminently.

And with main frontman Artem Dovbyk still splitting opinion, they want a better rotational option for him.

The Italian giants also have a potential advantage over a deal for Brobbey, having already done business once with Ajax this month for new right-back Devyne Rensch.

Latest Tottenham news: Spurs facing striker target blow / Boost in midfielder chase

Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou is facing a blow in his pursuit of a lethal striker in the January transfer window, with a report claiming that the north London club could fall £10million short of the asking price.

Santiago Gimenez is one of the best strikers in Europe and has been linked with a move to Tottenham in the January transfer window. Indeed, reports this week claimed that Spurs have already made contact for the 23-year-old Feyenoord striker, who has scored 15 goals and given three assists in 18 matches in all competitions this season.

While Spurs are showing ambition in getting a deal done, GiveMeSport has reported that there is a chance that the Premier League club could miss out on the signing of the Mexico international striker.

With AC Milan actively trying to sign Gimenez, Tottenham are now reportedly ready to make a move of their own for the striker.

Feyenoord are reportedly not keen on selling the Mexican star in the middle of the season and could raise their asking price to £40million, which could be a problem for Postecoglou.

Meanwhile, Tottenham believe an England international certain to be on the move next summer has chosen Spurs instead of signing for Manchester United or West Ham.

Among England’s breakout stars in 2024 included Lille midfielder, Angel Gomes. The former Man Utd star has quietly established himself as an all-purpose central midfielder since moving to France in 2020 – and could now be Spurs bound.

Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou is facing a blow in his pursuit of a lethal striker in the January transfer window, with a report claiming that the north London club could fall £10million short of the asking price as a trusted source analyses their chances of signing another top forward this month.

TEAMtalk’s transfer correspondent Fraser Fletcher has consistently reported this month that Tottenham are keen on adding a new striker to their squad this month. Despite Spurs having a terrible campaign, chairman Daniel Levy is ready to help Postecoglou and make signings in January to enhance their chances of being successful.

Santiago Gimenez is one of the best strikers in Europe and has been linked with a move to Tottenham in the January transfer window.

Reports this week claimed that Tottenham have already made contact for the 23-year-old Feyenoord striker, who has scored 15 goals and given three assists in 18 matches in all competitions this season.

While Spurs are showing ambition in getting a deal done, GiveMeSport has reported that there is a chance that the Premier League club could miss out on the signing of the Mexico international striker.

With AC Milan actively trying to sign Gimenez, Tottenham are now reportedly ready to make a move of their own for the striker.

Feyenoord are reportedly not keen on selling the Mexican star in the middle of the season and could raise their asking price to £40million, which could be a problem for Postecoglou as Levy is willing to pay £30m for a new striker this month.

GiveMeSport notes: “GMS sources have been told that Feyenoord may choose to increase their demands to in the region of £40million if Tottenham formalise their interest, which will come as a significant blow for Postecoglou as the budget handed to him by Levy means he could stretch to the 23-year-old’s current £30million price tag.”

Tottenham face Jonathan David blow

While Gimenez is a long-term target for Spurs, the Premier League club are not putting all their eggs in one basket.

Tottenham are interested in Jonathan David as well. The Canada international striker is out of contract at Lille at the end of the season.

Journalist Ben Jacobs has said that while Lille would be open to cashing in on David in January, the striker himself would prefer to wait until the summer of 2025 to assess all his options as a free agent.

Jacobs told GiveMeSport: “They like Liam Delap, but probably more a summer saga, as Chelsea are going to find as well.

“Jonathan David is being considered, it’s not impossible that for a relatively nominal fee, a sale could happen mid season, but I think that’s more the Lille perspective.

“Whereas David feels like he should wait until the summer, know exactly what kind of European or Champions League football his suitors have got, and then, as a free agent, he can get a much better deal.

“So I think David could be a roadblock to anything happening now, whereas Lille might be a bit more open to the situation.”

Latest Tottenham news: Gomes boost, potential Semenyo bid

Tottenham believe that Angel Gomes would love to join them over other clubs such as Manchester United.

Man Utd are keen on bringing Gomes to Old Trafford, while West Ham have also made an offer to the 24-year-old England international midfielder, who has been on the books of Lille since 2020 following his departure from Old Trafford.

However, Spurs reportedly believe that they are in the driving seat and are confident that Gomes wants to move to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tottenham are also monitoring Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo. Arsenal, Newcastle United and Chelsea are reported to be interested in the winger too.

While Liverpool have already in touch over a deal for Semenyo, Tottenham are waiting in the shadows and could make a bid for him in the final days of the January transfer window depending on how the situation evolves.

Meanwhile, Tottenham are trying to sign Brian Brobbey from Ajax. West Ham United are already in contact over a move for the striker, but Spurs are now planning to hijack the move.

Tottenham believe an England international certain to be on the move next summer has chosen Spurs instead of signing for Manchester United or West Ham.

Among England’s breakout stars in 2024 included Lille midfielder, Angel Gomes. The former Man Utd star has quietly established himself as an all-purpose central midfielder since moving to France in 2020.

The 24-year-old racked up four caps for England last year after finishing the 2023/24 season as Ligue 1’s joint-top assist provider with eight.

Gomes’ current deal with Lille is due to expire at season’s end and an extension is not thought to be in the player’s thinking.

As such, clubs outside of France are free to forge a pre-contract agreement with Gomes who has now entered the final six months of his deal.

Man Utd have been linked with bringing Gomes back to Old Trafford by numerous outlets. But according to GiveMeSport, Gomes actually favours signing with Tottenham instead.

Perhaps with that in mind, it’s noted Man Utd have so far ‘stopped short’ of putting an offer to their former star.

West Ham – who have made Gomes an offer – have also been marginalised.

‘The Lille star is keen to embark on a fresh challenge at Hotspur Way instead of the London Stadium or Old Trafford,’ stated the report.

That has come as a major boost to Tottenham who are said to possess ‘growing confidence’ of striking a deal.

Accordingly, and with Gomes believed to want Spurs as much as Spurs want Gomes, the club are ‘putting together a proposal’ to seal a deal.

No transfer fee, but high wages

As mentioned, a pre-contract agreement would result in Gomes arriving at Tottenham next summer and not in the January window.

That will allow Tottenham to avoid having to pay a transfer fee for a player who would not come cheaply were his contract not running down.

However, given the mass interest in Gomes – GMS named Bundesliga trio Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig as sniffing around a deal too – Tottenham may have to go above and beyond in the salary stakes.

The report concluded Gomes ‘could seek a major wage increase to in the region of £150,000-per-week’ in an effort to capitalise on the widespread interest.

Man Utd are expected to be on the hunt for new central midfielders in the summer, though may have to look beyond Gomes.

Manuel Ugarte and Kobbie Mainoo will be at the club for the long haul. Casemiro is up for sale, while Christian Eriksen is out of contract in the summer and won’t be offered a new deal.

Youngster Toby Collyer could come to the fore as the season rolls on after an encouraging showing last time out against Rangers.

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In other news, Sky Germany have confirmed Man Utd and Chelsea are in ‘direct contact’ for a blockbuster swap involving Alejandro Garnacho and Christopher Nkunku.

Both players are open to leaving their current sides are there is only a small discrepancy in each club’s respective valuation of their player.

Elsewhere, talkSPORT host, Jason Cundy, has remarkably claimed Man Utd would struggle to pip Celtic to the SPL title if playing in Scotland.

On the back of Man Utd labouring against Rangers in the Europa League on Thursday, Cundy said: “Terrible, terrible football. What have I just watched?

“Two teams that just are just trying to find and fight their way to get something going.

“Man United, honestly… what was [Jack] Butland and the own goal about? If you ask Jack Butland to punch the ball his own goal when he’s trying to punch it one way, yet somehow get some backspin on it you know, he wouldn’t be able to do it. A freak goal.

“It’s all about the result. Yeah, knockout cup football is all about the result. But Man United fans are looking for a bit more, you’re looking for like seeds or a little bit of, you know, green shoots of recovery.

“‘Is there something there we can build? Is there something happening?’ Sad news for them is no, there’s no green shoots of recovery, that’s all about the result.”

Cundy continued: “Based on what I’m looking at and the bits I’ve seen from Celtic, I don’t think United would beat them.

“So Rangers are some distance behind Celtic, right? There’s a chasm between them, and there’s another chasm between them and [Dundee United] who are third [in the Scottish Premiership].

“Man United, this is a side… There’s many reasons as to why United are where they are and how they are.

“But the goal that they conceded, what is Harry Maguire doing? Now, this is his position, this is where it suits him. It’s a long way, he sees it coming… it’s terrible defending. It’s a lovely finish with his laces right, but what is Maguire doing?”

Tottenham have joined West Ham in the race to sign Ajax striker Brian Brobbey and are reportedly pushing to sign him before the transfer deadline.

Spurs have had a dismal first half of the season and currently sit 15th in the Premier League table, although they’re still fighting for the League Cup, Europa League and FA Cup.

There is serious pressure on manager Ange Postecoglou but as we’ve previously reported, he retains the backing of the Tottenham board, who plan to back him in this month’s transfer window.

The London side have made just one senior signing so far – goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky – and now they’re looking to bring in a new striker in the wake of Dominic Solanke’s injury, which will keep him out for around six weeks.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham are the latest side to express interest in signing Brobbey on a loan deal, but they’ll have to move quickly as West Ham are in ‘active talks’ to sign the Ajax striker.

“Understand Tottenham have also asked for Brian Brobbey loan deal conditions. He’s one of the options being considered while West Ham are already in direct talks with Ajax for loan + obligation,” Romano posted on X.

“West Ham remain in contact, Spurs also made an enquiry to be informed.”

Man Utd also interested in Brian Brobbey – report

Ajax are willing to loan Brobbey but only if the deal includes an obligation to buy. Reports from the Netherlands suggest that West Ham have already offered a £100,000 per week contract to the forward.

The Hammers’ are dealing with an injury crisis of their own, with Michail Antonio and Niclas Fullkrug currently unavailable.

The race for Brobbey is expected to ramp up in the coming hours and days and it will be interesting to see who comes out on top.

Interestingly, a report from GiveMeSport has claimed that Manchester United are ‘contemplating’ whether to try and ‘fight off the competition’ for Brobbey and make a move of their own.

The Red Devils signed Lisandro Martinez and Antony from the Eredivisie giants while Erik ten Hag was at the helm, with the latter completing a £86million switch in September 2022 in a move that hasn’t worked out.

Man Utd have a good relationship with Ajax but whether they choose to launch a concrete proposal for Brobbey still remains to be seen.

At this stage, Tottenham and West Ham are the only Premier League teams to have shown a firm interest in signing the 22-year-old.

Brobbey has made 148 appearances to date for Ajax, notching an impressive 52 goals and 28 assists in the process.

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Tottenham round-up: Tyler Dibling latest / Angel Gomes boost

Meanwhile, Tottenham are still pushing to sign Southampton winger Tyler Dibling this month but have been told they will have to fork out at least £55million to get their man.

Tottenham, Chelsea and Aston Villa are all monitoring the 18-year-old but the Saints have reportedly made it clear that any bids below £55m won’t be accepted.

Spurs are in a good position with regards to the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) but it remains to be seen whether they’ll go that high for Dibling.

In other news, Tottenham are monitoring Lille and England midfielder Angel Gomes and have reportedly received a boost in the pursuit of him.

It has been claimed that the 24-year-old is keen to embark on a fresh challenge in north London instead of making a return to other suitors Manchester United, for whom he previously played, or to West Ham.

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Tottenham are sweating over the fitness of three key players ahead of Sunday’s must-win Premier League clash against struggling Leicester City after Ange Postecoglou confirmed yet another potential injury blow.

Right-back Djed Spence was ineligible to face Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday night and did not travel to Germany, but he remains a doubt after suffering a knock in the demoralising defeat to Everton last weekend.

Pape Sarr also picked up a knock at Goodison and missed the 3-2 win over the Bundesliga outfit, leaving him in a race to be fit for the weekend, while Yves Bissouma suffered a minor muscle strain in the defeat to Arsenal last week and remains a doubt for Tottenham.

Speaking ahead of the game, Postecoglou told reporters: “Djed’s still sore from the weekend, he got a knock so he’s a doubt. Pape’s still a doubt, Reggy [Sergio Reguilon] should be OK.

“We’ll see how we go [with Bissouma]. He’s definitely a doubt for Sunday but we’re hoping by Elfsborg [this Thursday] he could be right.”

The game will definitely come soon for centre-back Cristian Romero, who returned to training this week.

Asked if Romero could be in the matchday squad for Sunday, Postecoglou replied: “No. We got him back training. Him and Micky [van de Ven] are the next cabs off the rank in terms of the long-term ones.

“They’ve still got a bit to do in terms of getting some training into them with the team.

“Obviously we haven’t been training a lot and because the other day was sort of low tempo session, it was just good to get him involved, not just for him but the players involved because they need a bit of help and encouragement and Cuti training with them gives them a big lift.

“Micky’s not too far away. These players will come back, knock on wood they’re not deceased, they’re just injured, so they will be all back so it’s not all doom and gloom.

“It’s good to see for the players as he’s joined in training the last couple of days but he’s still got a bit of work to do.”

Postecoglou not taking Leicester lightly

Meanwhile, Postecoglou insists his side will not be taking Leicester lightly on Sunday, with the Foxes having lost seven games in a row.

Spurs have had plenty of issues against teams in the bottom half of the table, having gifted Ipswich and Crystal Palace their first wins of the campaign, to add to their loss at Everton in the league last time out.

And, speaking ahead of the Foxes clash, Postecoglou added: “It’ll be a tough game.

“They’re in a fight to stay in the Premier League and they’ll come and try and make it difficult for us.”

“But we are in our own tough moment in the league. Being at home will help us.

“With the crowd they can definitely give some energy to the players and hopefully with a really good atmosphere we can overcome the challenge.”

Tottenham Hotspur are still pushing to sign an incredible attacking talent this month but have been told they will have to fork out at least £55million to get their man.

Tyler Dibling has been one of the few bright spots for Southampton in a real season of struggle, with the 18-year-old right-winger establishing himself as one of English football’s most exciting attacking prospects.

The Exeter-born youngster has scored twice in 20 Premier League outings has earned plenty of plaudits for the way he has taken to the English top flight, showing no fear, to encourage bigger clubs to make their moves as Southampton stare down the barrel of relegation.

Tottenham, Chelsea and Aston Villa are all being linked with the supremely talented teenager, with Ange Postecoglou eyeing attacking reinforcements after seeing his squad decimated by injuries over the last few months.

In terms of the wide talent currently missing, the standouts are Brennan Johnson, Wilson Odobert and Timo Werner, although the latter is only on loan and will not be joining permanently in the summer if his form this season is anything to go by.

Spurs had been chasing a move for PSG’s Randal Kolo Muani but ended up missing out to Juventus for the French forward, while TT can confirm that Ipswich Town standout Liam Delap is also firmly on their radar.

However, Delap is a central striker and Postecoglou also wants another out-and-out wide man on board, with Dibling ticking a number of boxes for the Tottenham boss and also chairman Daniel Levy, given his age.

To that end, Sky Sports‘ Lyall Thomas has delivered an update on Dibling’s future, commenting on his X account: “Southampton would not entertain offers of any less than £55m at least for Tyler Dibling this month; as Aston Villa, Chelsea and Tottenham all continue to monitor the 18yo’s progress.”

That £55m valuation might be a bit steep for a player who only made his senior debut exactly a year ago aged just 17, but Dibling’s potential is off the charts and he could end up being worth every penny in the long run.

The young forward also has two years remaining on his contract, leaving Saints in a strong position to negotiate the fee they want, while they could also benefit from a bidding war ensuing between interested clubs.

Spurs are also no strangers to signing up teenage talent, having brought in Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall last summer – both of whom have had plenty of game time this term due to the injury crisis in N17.

RB Leipzig ones to watch in Dibling chase

One team we didn’t mention above who also have a firm interest in signing Dibling is German side RB Leipzig.

As per a report from the Daily Mail, Dibling has not ruled out going abroad at this stage of his career for more game time at a prestigious club.

He knows that a move to Leipzig or Borussia Dortmund gives him more chances to shine, compared to signing for Tottenham where he would join a plethora of wide options.

A tweet from SaintsExtra appeared to back up a potential move to Leipzig, stating: “RB Leipzig will ‘do everything possible’ to sign Southampton’s Tyler Dibling, & after initial talks, they have the impression that he is open to a move to the Bundesliga — Tottenham are also in ‘very concrete talks’ with his representatives”.

Leipzig are currently firmly in the mix to finish in the Champions League places in Germany, with Tottenham miles off the pace in their bid to quality for Europe next season.

Indeed, their best shot at getting in the Champions League is by winning the Europa League this term, while triumphing in the Carabao Cup would only earn them a Conference League spot.

Tottenham Hotspur will reportedly have to pay £10million in compensation if they choose to try and replace under-pressure boss Ange Postecoglou with a rival Premier League manager.

Despite a win in the Europa League at Hoffenheim on Thursday that puts Spurs in pole position to qualify for the knockout stages, Postecoglou remains in trouble given the club’s woeful Premier League form.

One win in their last 10 outings sees Tottenham currently sitting 15th in the table, just eight points above the drop zone as they prepare to take on 19th-placed Leicester on Sunday in what is now a must-win game for Postecoglou.

As we’ve previously reported, former Borussia Dortmund coach Edin Terzic, Brentford’s Thomas Frank and Bournemouth chief Andoni Iraola are all on the club’s shortlist if they do decide to end Postecoglou’s tenure.

However, former Spurs scout Bryan King, speaking to Tottenham News, would be surprised to see the latter move to north London given the job he is currently doing on the south coast – especially given the compensation it would cost his old club.

“It would cost Spurs £10m to go and get Iraola,” King said.

“However, Bournemouth are in a good position. Therefore, why would you want to disrupt your club just because a big club are in trouble? If Spurs are going to bring in a new manager, I think it would need to be someone from outside of the Premier League.”

TT have been told that Postecoglou still has the backing of Daniel Levy and the board, given the ridiculous injury crisis, although results need to improve domestically to stay in his current role.

Tottenham have a massive few weeks coming up as they look to book a place in the Carabao Cup final, as well as passage to the Europa knockout phase.

Following the Leicester clash, Premier League games against Brentford, Manchester United, Ipswich and Manchester City could shape whether they end up in a proper relegation battle or start pushing for a top-half finish.

Postecoglou blamed for struggles as Levy defended

Meanwhile, former Tottenham chief executive Claude Littner has revealed why he thinks Danel Levy is not the man to blame for the club’s struggles this season and that the buck should squarely sit with Postecoglou.

A section of Spurs fans have been calling for Levy’s exit for some time and were particularly vocal at the end of last weekend’s 3-2 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park.

Littner was recently interacting with a number of Spurs supporters on X, with many of the conversations revolving around Levy’s running of the club and how the squad is built.

During Tottenham’s defeat to Everton, one fan asked Littner to ‘have a word with Levy and tell him to fire Ange’. Littner responded with ‘he knows’, indicating that the Tottenham chairman appears to have lost faith in the Australian.

When another supporter suggested Levy was equally responsible for Tottenham’s failings, Littner offered a strong statement in support of the 62-year-old.

Posting on his X account, he wrote: “I do not see Daniel as part of the problem. He has put Spurs in a very firm financial position. We now need a manager with the experience and know-how to overcome our shortcomings and challenge for Honours.”

Latest Tottenham news: Midfield target transfer boost / Delap deal still on

Tottenham have reportedly been given a major boost in their bid to sign an England midfielder who has been heavily linked with Premier League rivals Manchester United and West Ham.

Midfield is an area Spurs are looking to improve, especially given the continued inconsistent performances of Yves Bissouma in the heart of Ange Postecoglou’s engine room.

One player they continue to monitor is Lille midfield talent Angel Gomes and a fresh report from GIVEMESPORT suggests they are in pole position to strike a deal for the Englishman.

The report states that the 24-year-old is keen to embark on a fresh challenge in north London instead of making a return to Old Trafford or a switch to the London Stadium.

Meanwhile, Tottenham are still desperate to sign another striker this month and are continuing to chase Ipswich standout Liam Delap, although two potential issues with a deal in January could force Daniel Levy to pull the plug.

Tottenham have reportedly been given a major boost in their bid to sign an England midfielder who has been heavily linked with Premier League rivals Manchester United and West Ham.

Midfield is an area Spurs are looking to improve, especially given the continued inconsistent performances of Yves Bissouma in the heart of Ange Postecoglou’s engine room.

Bissouma is currently one of a number of Tottenham players on the sidelines through injury, with the club actively looking to bring in reinforcements before the February 3 cut-off point.

One player they continue to monitor is Lille midfield talent Angel Gomes and a fresh report from GIVEMESPORT suggests they are in pole position to strike a deal for the Englishman.

The report states that the 24-year-old is keen to embark on a fresh challenge in north London instead of making a return to Old Trafford or a switch to the London Stadium.

Indeed, there is growing confidence that Gomes wants to join Tottenham, despite United and the Hammers also being in the running for his signature.

The versatile midfielder has entered the final six months of a deal, which allows him to pocket in the region of £11,500-per-week at Lille. That has led to Gomes being at the centre of a tug-of-war, with Premier League sides able to tie him down to a pre-contract agreement ahead of completing the move when he becomes a free agent in the summer.

At this stage, the report does not state whether Tottenham are looking to sign Gomes for a bargain fee this month or wait until the summer, although GMS does add the north London club are putting together a proposal for the player.

The diminutive midfielder has already had a pre-contract offer pushed in his direction by the Hammers, with head coach Graham Potter determined to get his man – but Spurs and other suitors have been given hope of a late hijack as he has not agreed terms yet.

Aston Villa and Newcastle United, meanwhile, are also long-term admirers of the player – but it looks increasingly likely that he favours a move to Tottenham over the other options mooted.

Gomes was limited to just five Premier League appearances for Manchester United after coming through the ranks at Old Trafford but has taken his game to another level since then.

His ability to play in a defensive role or as a No.8 or No.10 would be hugely beneficial to a Tottenham side who often get over-run in the middle of the park due to Postecoglou’s open style of play.

Gomes capture could signal end for Bissouma

If Tottenham do manage to capture the England man, that could spell bad news for Bissouma in north London.

Apart from a spell at the start of last season, the Mali international has never been able to replicate the stunning form he produced while at Brighton.

Despite the fact that Gomes plays further forward in midfield, Archie Gray is being lined up for that defensive role in the long term – a position he excelled in while at Leeds United.

Gray’s central defensive performances this season should also stand him in good stead to play as that defensive pivot in front of the back four going forward.

Gomes would then compete for Rodrigo Bentancur in the No.8 position, with the Uruguay international yet to get back to the outstanding form he was showing prior to his ACL injury.

However, if Tottenham do have to wait until the summer to secure Gomes’ signature they will at least avoid having to pay a transfer fee – although the GMS report adds that the player will likely demand a major wage increase in the region of £150,000-per-week, given the significant interest in his services.

Tottenham striker Dominic Solanke is set for an extended spell on the sidelines after Ange Postecoglou delivered an update on the player’s fitness and also touched on transfer business in the closing weeks of the transfer window.

Solanke, who has scored 11 goals in all competitions this season, picked up a knee injury in training and subsequently missed Spurs’ 3-2 loss to Everton at the weekend.

The England international also played no part in Tottenham’s 3-2 win against Hoffenheim in the Europa League on Thursday night. And Postecoglou has now confirmed that the 27-year-old is set to be sidelined for around six weeks, despite not needing surgery on the issue.

“All the information now is kind of we’re looking at around the six-week mark for him,” Postecoglou said after his side’s nervy win in Germany that eased the pressure slightly on his job and also left them on the brink of qualifying for the knockout stages.

“No surgery, but maybe we can get him back a little bit earlier, we’ll just see how he progresses, but at this stage it’s only around six weeks.”

Solanke’s injury compounds Tottenham’s current issues, with as many as 11 senior players currently unavailable at arguably the busiest time of the season as the games continue to come thick and fast.

Richarlison started in Solanke’s absence on Thursday, but the Brazillian has only just returned from a two-month lay-off himself and will need to be carefully managed going forward.

Spurs now face a huge home clash with Leicester in the Premier League on Sunday as they to arrest an alarming slide towards the relegation places after one win in their last 10 outings.

With all the injury issues currently hampering the club, Postecoglou also commented on the chances of some reinforcements arriving before the winter window closes on February 3.

As TT have revealed, the club are very keen on getting Ipswich forward Liam Delap on board, although there are potential issues with that deal given the timing of it from Town’s point of view and their battle to beat the drop.

And speaking prior to the Hoffenheim win, Postecoglou was asked if any business will be done in the closing stages of the window, to which he responded: “Yeah, potentially. The club is working hard to try to get some help for the players, but as far as I know, there’s nothing imminent.

“But things happen quickly in the last week of the window, so still hopeful.”

Son finds his form again

Meanwhile, Postecoglou praised his senior players after the 3-2 win at Hoffenheim, with skipper Son Heung-min looking somewhere near back to his best as he netted a brace, with James Maddison also on target.

Speaking after the contest, the Australian said: “I thought he really stood up today. We needed him to. Him, Madders, Rodri, Benny, a lot of our other players, it’s not just Lucas, Archie, Radu and our young players.

“We also have to factor into it that Richy is just coming back from injury. There is a whole range of things we are dealing with out there. It can be easy, particularly away in Europe, to get swept away.

“I thought Sonny led from the front tonight with his football but also with his general actions and most importantly the goals. Look, we are all copping stick at the moment. That is the nature of the beast.

“What we do, as footballers and managers, we are all in the firing line at the moment. Whether it is warranted or not, you have to stand up and reply to it in the proper way. I thought he did that tonight.”

Latest Tottenham news: Lange has favourite to replace Postecoglou / ‘Contact’ made with striker

As speculation continues to mount over Ange Postecoglou’s future at Tottenham, it’s been reported that the club’s technical director Joha Lange is already favouring who could replace the Australian.

While TT understands that the club are determined to stand by Postecoglou during a tough time, results have been that bad that they have started to do due diligence on who could step in if they have to swing the axe.

As we’ve previously revealed former Borussia Dortmund boss Edin Terzic, as well as Premier League duo Andoni Iraola and Thomas Frank are all candidates to replace the 59-year-old.

But if Spurs are forced into looking into a new coach then Lange is expected to have plenty of influence over that appointment and may even lead the search. And, if the Daily Mail‘s latest update holds any sway, then Lange already has a preference as to who he wants to take the job.

Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly been ‘in contact’ with the representatives of a top European striker who is being primed for a move to Italy before the January transfer window shuts.

IN FOCUS – Tottenham’s current injury woes

That list is bad enough but was added to prior to the Hoffenheim contest when midfielder Pape Sarr suffered an unspecified injury in training.

There is at least some good news though, with Cristian Romero now back in training and set to return over the next week or so.