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Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly looking to raise a further £170million from five player sales this summer, money that is expected to be allocated to more new additions – if they can offload the quintet before the window shuts.

Spurs have done a complete U-turn over the way they normally operate in the markets, changing their wage structure and arguably over-paying for the likes of Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke, as they look to arrest their alarming slide of the past two seasons.

Indeed, Tottenham have splashed out £237m to date on the above-named trio in a move clearly designed to revamp the brittle spine of Roberto De Zerbi’s side.

Add in the free transfer additions of Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and experienced goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, and it’s very clear the impact De Zerbi is having this summer after arriving late in the 2025/26 to save the club from the disastrous prospect of relegation to the Championship.

And, while more signings are currently in the works, with a new left-sided forward and a No.9 now the main priorities, there are also expected to be a plethora of exits in order to balance the books and also potentially fund two more key additions.

Tottenham have already offloaded the likes of Yves Bissouma, Alfie Devine, Radu Dragușin (loan with option to buy) and Alejo Veliz, while Luka Vuskovic’s £50m switch to Brighton is on the verge of being completed.

The club, meanwhile, also decided against making permanent moves for loanees Joao Palhinha and Randal Kolo Muani and now significant funds are expected to be raised from five further exits.

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Tottenham to cash in on five top stars

As per a report from Football.London, Spurs are looking to generate around £170m (€199m / $228m) from the exits of five first-team stars.

First up – and this will come as no surprise to Tottenham supporters – is skipper Cristian Romero, who has wanted out of the club for much of the troubled 2025/26 campaign, despite penning a new deal just under a year ago.

The Argentina centre-back, who is currently on course for back-to-back World Cup triumphs, has long been linked with a move to Spain, with Atletico Madrid the likeliest destination.

The arrivals of Senesi and Van Hecke have only heightened the speculation, with Romero looking likely to be offloaded for a fee in the region of £50m, despite still having three years left on his contract.

Next up is talented midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who continues to be linked with a summer exit after asking to move on following the captures of Tonali and Fernandes that will make his game time even more limited.

For their part, Tottenham and De Zerbi want Bervall to stay, although they may have little option if the £50m-rated star continues to insist he wants out.

England defender Djed Spence is also looking increasingly likely to depart, having failed to convince De Zerbi he is worthy of more than an occasional starting role.

Our sources have revealed interest from Premier League rivals Everton in the 25-year-old, who is expected to fetch a fee in the region of £25m.

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Striker Richarlison is also expected to be shown the door, despite being the club’s top scorer this past season, with his inconsistency and injury record the major factors behind that decision.

The club are expected to suffer a major loss on the Brazilian frontman, who cost £60m back in 2022, with a report claiming that big teams in Turkey have submitted an official offer for £25m-rated Richarlison.

Lastly, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario‘s expected exit has stalled of late, with interest from Inter Milan and Juventus in the Italy international.

With Juve now pushing for Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez instead, it could come down to Inter ramping up their pursuit of the 29-year-old instead, as Tottenham push for a fee in the region of £20m.

Arsenal and Tottenham are among five Premier League sides eyeing a move for Antonio Nusa, TEAMtalk understands, after his impressive performances for Norway at the World Cup have put them on alert.

The 21-year-old, renowned for his blistering pace, dribbling skills, and versatility across the attacking three, is attracting significant interest from across Europe.

Nusa joined Leipzig from Club Brugge in August 2024 for €21million (£18m / $24m) and has since established himself as a key squad member.

He’s also played a big role for Norway at the World Cup, and scored a crucial goal in a 2-1 win over the Ivory Coast in the Round of 32. His performances in North America have only heightened his appeal, with scouts in attendance monitoring his games.

The Premier League is Nusa’s most likely destination at this stage.

Arsenal are understood to be monitoring the player closely as they look to bring in a new left-sided attacker, while Tottenham have long admired the youngster and made contact with his agents before.

Newcastle United have also shown concrete interest, with sources suggesting they expect an approach from the Magpies as they look to bolster their wide options. Aston Villa and Crystal Palace are among the other English clubs keeping tabs.

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Leipzig slap £51.3m asking price on Arsenal, Spurs target

Interest in Nusa not limited to England, however.

In Serie A, AC Milan and Napoli are admirers, while Atletico Madrid represent La Liga interest.

Roma have previously registered strong interest, and Barcelona continue to scout the Norwegian but have not made any concrete moves and a move to the Camp Nou remains financially challenging, especially after the singing of Anthony Gordon.

Leipzig value Nusa highly, indicating an asking price in the region of €50-60million (up to £51.3m / $68.4m)

The Bundesliga club are generally reluctant to sell but could be tempted by the right package, and sources indicate that €50million ($42.7m / $57m) could indeed be enough.

Nusa, meanwhile, is believed to be open to a new challenge, particularly in the Premier League and as he aims to play at the highest level possible.

With his contract running until 2029, Leipzig are under no immediate pressure to sell. Whether Nusa remains with the German side or makes a high-profile move this summer will only be decided once his World Cup campaign is over.

Norway face England in the quarter-final on Saturday at 10pm BST.

Tottenham Hotspur face a major dilemma after being contacted by Borussia Dortmund about the possibility of a deal for Mikey Moore this summer, as the club look to balance the books in the wake of an aggressive summer rebuild at N17 and ensure their star teenager’s development is not stunted.

Sources close to the negotiations have revealed that the German side have already made contact over a prospective deal and have made it clear they are very keen to bring the talented 18-year-old to the Bundesliga.

Indeed, TEAMtalk understands that Dortmund have already opened talks with Spurs, asking about a potential loan deal that would include an option to buy as part of any agreement.

Spurs, meanwhile, are less enthusiastic about a permanent departure at this point in the player’s career. They would much rather see Moore go out on loan for another season, as this is seen as the best way to aid his development and prepare him for the demands of senior football at the highest level.

In that regard, Moore is a player the club sees as having the capabilities to reach the very top and the loan with an option to buy expected to be blocked, sources can reveal.

Whether that puts Dortmund off from making a move remains to be seen, though Tottenham themselves are well aware of just how beneficial a year in the Bundesliga could be for his development…

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Strong competition emerges for Mikey Moore

Should Dortmund persist with chasing a deal – and sources insist they are determined to bring in the teenager – then they will face competition for his signature from Rangers.

Dortmund’s interest, though, is a clear blow to Rangers, who had been hoping to secure a renewal of Moore’s loan deal from last season.

The Glasgow club had enjoyed having the player in their squad and have made it clear to Moore’s representatives that they would love him to welcome him back in the 2026/27 season.

Tottenham consider the Bundesliga to represent a much better league and a genuine step up for Moore compared to his previous experience. This move would offer him the chance to play in a more technically demanding environment where he can face higher-quality opposition on a regular basis.

In addition, Dortmund’s participation in the Champions League would give Moore vital experience in Europe’s premier competition, which is regarded as an important factor in his overall progression.

The talks are still very early and Moore’s future is very much undecided at present.

If it transpires that a return to Rangers is the preferred route, then the Scottish club have made it clear that they would be happy to have him back. Moore also loved his time in Glasgow and would be very open to a return.

However, sources have indicated that Dortmund is a very good opportunity for Moore.

This is particularly true given the club’s well-documented history of developing young English talent, which could provide the ideal platform for the player to develop and fulfil his potential.

Tottenham Hotspur are plotting up to seven departures to bring in crucial funds after smashing their transfer record twice in one window, as per a report.

Tottenham have moved quickly this summer to make it a game-changing transfer window, kickstarting the process by landing Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka on free transfers. They then spent £52million to sign Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion before turning their attention to elite midfield recruits.

Spurs beat Manchester United to Mateus Fernandes, paying West Ham United a record-breaking £85m for the Portuguese, before going even bigger on Sandro Tonali.

Spurs have paid Newcastle an initial £92.5m for the Italian, while the deal could reach £100m through bonus clauses.

In order to fund attacking signings next, Spurs need to trim the squad and recoup big money through numerous sales.

According to football.london, it is the start of a ‘new era’ in N17 as Spurs are ushering in a ‘new policy’ surrounding departures.

Spurs chiefs have ‘made it clear’ to sources that players will be ‘sold for better value and at the right time’, as they have learnt from past mistakes involving Giovani Lo Celso, Tanguy Ndombele, Ryan Sessegnon and Yves Bissouma.

The new process began with the January sale of Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace for £35m.

Spurs aim to bring in around £77m through the sales of Luka Vuskovic, Radu Dragusin and Alfie Devine.

Vuskovic is set to join Brighton for an initial £46m plus £4m in add-ons, while Dragusin is signing for Fiorentina on loan with an obligation to buy worth €25m (£21m).

Devine, meanwhile, has joined Preston North End after they triggered their £6m purchase clause.

Djed Spence, Cristian Romero, Guglielmo Vicario and Lucas Bergvall are the stars who could take Spurs’ sale funds all the way up to £222m.

We revealed on Tuesday that Everton have added Spence to their right-back shortlist. We understand Spurs are not actively looking to sell the England international but would consider a reasonable offer.

Separate reports have set Spence’s price tag at the £25m mark.

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£100m Romero, Bergvall exits planned

Romero and Bergvall are valued at £50m each. Romero still hopes to join one of Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid, while Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest are vying for Bergvall.

Vicario is free to leave Spurs for around £20m after De Zerbi decided to make Antonin Kinsky his new No 1.

Vicario had hoped to join Inter Milan this summer, only for the Nerazzurri to land Ivan Provedel from Lazio instead.

In terms of more incomings at Spurs, De Zerbi wants to raid Bournemouth for striker Eli Junior Kroupi.

Spurs are also on the lookout for a new winger, and they have shortlisted Rafael Leao, Cody Gakpo, Savinho and Antonio Nusa.

Tottenham Hotspur have no intention of putting their chequebook away, with Fabrizio Romano naming who Spurs plan to announce as their seventh major signing of the summer.

After successive 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League, Tottenham’s hierarchy were well aware that the need for change was great.

Accordingly, the lack of leadership and experience amongst the playing personnel was quickly remedied. Martin Dubravka, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi all arrived via free agency.

A combined £237m has been forked out on the triple signing of Jan Paul van Hecke (£52m), Mateus Fernandes (£85m) and Sandro Tonali (£100m).

However, the lavish spending won’t end there, with Tottenham now turning their attention to the wing positions.

At least one new wide man will arrive, with Savinho, Cody Gakpo, Rafael Leao and Crysencio Summerville just four of the many more names linked.

But according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, the real prize out wide – at least in Spurs’ mind – is Manchester City’s Savinho.

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Tottenham going all in on Savinho

“Tottenham remain very interested in Savinho,” declared Romano on his YouTube channel. “Tottenham keep working on the Savinho deal.

“They’re waiting for Manchester City to take a decision on Savinho – whether they want to let him go or not, and under which conditions

“But the conversations have started. The conversation is ongoing.

“Savinho is the next big name on their list, I would include also Cody Gakpo among the players they like at the winger position after reshaping the midfield with Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.”

Tottenham pushed to sign Savinho last summer and got the player’s approval, only to see Man City block the move after failing to sign Rodrygo.

Savinho, 22, would go on to sign a new deal at the Etihad, though the 2025/26 campaign proved a frustrating one, with minutes on the pitch in desperately short supply.

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Spurs reactivated talks to sign the Brazilian ahead of the summer transfer window opening its doors. Once again, they got the player’s buy-in, with Savinho saying yes to joining Tottenham.

As Romano mentioned, Spurs are now waiting for Man City to make a final decision on whether to stick or twist, and if it’s the latter, for how much.

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

Manchester United are reportedly ready to go head-to-head with big-spending Tottenham Hotspur once again in the race to sign a top PSG talent, while a Premier League midfielder is pushing to complete a summer switch to Old Trafford.

The Red Devils have already lost one battle to Spurs this summer, after the north London side came out on top in the race to snap Mateus Fernandes from West Ham.

However, a fresh report claims Man Utd are now bidding to beat Tottenham to a top PSG attacker who could be available at a bargain price this summer.

Man Utd in Tottenham scrap for PSG sensation

According to a report from United In Focus, United and Spurs are exploring summer moves for Paris Saint-Germain youngster Ibrahim Mbaye, who is eager for regular first-team football.

The 18-year-old winger enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with PSG in 2025/26, making 31 appearances across all competitions.

While PSG remain reluctant to lose a top academy graduates, it’s stated they are prepared to consider offers in the region of €35million (£30m).

However, it’s claimed that the Premier League pair, alongside other suitors, are planning to test the reigning European champion’s resolve and make offers closer to €25m (£21m) for the teenager.

Mbaye’s desire for consistent playing time appears to be driving the speculation when it comes to his future in the French capital, having only racked up just over 1,200 minutes of action during the 2025/26 campaign.

The attacking depth at Luis Enrique’s disposal has made it difficult for Mbaye to make his mark, leading to interest from top clubs in his services.

At this stage, however, it’s reported that his representatives are encouraging him to remain in Paris and continue his development under Enrique.

Primarily a wide player, Mbaye is comfortable operating on either flank and also featured in an attacking midfield role for PSG last season.

Mbaye also made headlines at the World Cup when he scored for Senegal against France in a 3-1 defeat, becoming the youngest African goalscorer in tournament history at 18 years and 142 days.

That versatility is understood to be why Manchester United and Tottenham view him as a target.

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£70m midfielder pushing hard for Man Utd move

TEAMtalk can reveal United’s stance on signing Brighton star Carlos Baleba after a fresh report from Fabrizio Romano detailed how the midfielder would love a switch to Old Trafford.

The Red Devils were keen on a 2025 summer deal for the Seagulls ace, only for INEOS to back away from a move due to Brighton pushing for at least £100million for the Cameroon international.

At the time, United felt that price point was too much for a player of Baleba’s age, and they were arguably justified after a drop-off from the 22-year-old during the 2025/26 campaign.

However, transfer guru Romano claims that Baleba is hunting a move to United and is keen to play under Michael Carrick, telling his YouTube channel: “For Baleba, at the moment, Man Utd are aware of the player’s desire.

“He would be super keen on joining Manchester United, but, at the moment, Utd have not returned with an approach or a proposal to Brighton.

“So, at the moment, the Baleba topic, I think, it’s a little bit cold.

“Then if the big topics, the big names and negotiations collapse, let’s see eventually what happens, but, at the moment, it’s just player’s big desire, and that’s it.”

Our own insider Graeme Bailey, has reported that Man Utd are still keen on signing on Baleba this summer, with his price tag now expected to have dropped to £70m.

That stance appears to have opened the door to a summer switch to Manchester for the talented midfielder, unless United decide to move for other reported options instead.

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Sandro Tonali has been accused of telling fibs about one of his big reasons for joining Tottenham Hotspur and instead accused of purely moving to north London ‘for the big bucks’.

Spurs smashed their transfer record for the second time in a matter of days after securing the £100million capture of midfielder Tonali from Premier League rivals Newcastle.

However, former Aston Villa and England forward Gabby Agbonlahor is not convinced over Tonali‘s claim that he can’t wait to play in the ‘great atmosphere’ of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Indeed, talkSPORT host Jeff Stelling quipped: “He could have done that as a Newcastle player.”

Tonali said: “I can’t wait to play in this stadium. Because I played against with AC Milan in the Champions League [and] Newcastle. I found the atmosphere great; I found every time the full stadium.”

Agbonlahor, however, hit out at Tonali’s comments, stating: “Atmosphere? Do me a favour!”. Don’t make me laugh.

“I went to the game last season, Spurs against Aston Villa. The quietest stadium I’ve probably ever been to. Zero atmosphere.

“You’ve [Tonali] gone for the big bucks; you’ve gone for the money that Newcastle probably wouldn’t give you.

“To leave Newcastle to go to Spurs is a crazy decision. Let’s just call it as it is.”

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Agbonlahor takes more shots at big-spending Tottenham

Tonali wasn’t the only new Tottenham signing to feel Agbonlahor’s wrath, though, with Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson also criticised after their free transfer moves this summer.

Indeed, Agbonlahor added on talkSPORT: “Senesi, same. You’ve gone there on a free transfer for the money. Andy Robertson, you’ve gone there for the money. So has Tonali for the money. Do me a favour. The stadium…”

Agbonlahor at least agreed with Stelling’s assessment that Roberto De Zerbi played some part on Tonali’s decision to make the switch to north London.

He added: “One thing I will say: Italian manager in De Zerbi, I’ll give him that.

“But really, Jeff, he’s gone for the big, big bucks. Spurs have got money to spend…as a Spurs fan, would I want players coming for the money? That seems to be happening.”

Tottenham are not expected to stop at Tonali, Senesi, Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Martin Dubravka and Mateus Fernandes, though, with the club still in the market for a new left winger and striker.

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Tottenham Hotspur maestro Lucas Bergvall is among two midfielders Aston Villa could target after losing Amadou Onana to a serious injury, according to reports.

Onana has featured in four of Belgium’s five World Cup matches, but he went down awkwardly during their 4-1 victory over the US in the round of 16 and tore his ACL. The midfielder was later seen on crutches, while Romelu Lukaku held up a shirt with his name on after scoring Belgium’s fourth and final goal.

Onana is expected to be out for at least nine months, and potentially as long as a year depending on the speed of his recovery.

That means the 24-year-old may not feature for Aston Villa next season until around April at the earliest.

Fellow midfielder Boubacar Kamara is aiming to return to fitness in time for Villa’s pre-season preparations after sustaining a knee injury in January.

Should Kamara return in time for the new campaign, then Villa boss Unai Emery will be able to utilise the Frenchman alongside players such as John McGinn, Youri Tielemans, Ross Barkley and Lamare Bogarde.

But Villa were in the market for midfield reinforcements even before Onana’s injury, and that development has only increased their transfer need.

Football Insider report that Villa and Nottingham Forest are competing for Spurs star Bergvall, who looks set to be sold after the north London club captured Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.

Their journalist Pete O’Rourke said: “Spurs are going to have to balance the books, so selling somebody like Bergvall, who they’ll make a big profit on having signed him from Sweden, I think could be smart business.

“I think there’ll be a lot of competition in Europe for Bergvall as well, so look, Spurs will be hoping there’s a bit of an auction for him and they can get the biggest price possible for the Swedish midfielder.”

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Bergvall, Moriba both Aston Villa targets

We revealed on June 22 that Villa and Chelsea have made enquiries for Bergvall, with the likes of Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, Inter Milan and AC Milan all in the mix, too.

Spurs have been tipped to sell the exciting 20-year-old if an offer worth £45-50million arrives.

FI also reported on July 2 that Ilaix Moriba is the ‘latest target’ Villa are eyeing for their midfield. The Villans are ‘weighing up a move’ for the 23-year-old after being impressed by his performances for Celta Vigo in LaLiga.

Celta Vigo want £25m for Moriba, whereas Villa are aiming to strike a deal at closer to £15m.

Moriba has great pedigree, having come through Barcelona’s famed academy before leaving for RB Leipzig in 2021.

FI add that Villa will ‘block’ any midfield sales this summer as Emery wants to build on their fourth-placed Premier League finish.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi wants to sign Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain, according to a report, which has revealed the competition that the north London club will face from Aston Villa.

After making six major signings this summer, including midfielders Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, Tottenham have set their sights on signing a winger.

TEAMtalk’s transfer insider, Graeme Bailey, has reported that Tottenham want to sign Rafael Leao from AC Milan.

We understand that Milan are willing to sell the Portugal international winger this summer.

The Italian media have reported that Leao is ready to join Tottenham this summer.

Graeme Bailey has also reported Tottenham’s desire to sign Savinho, with Manchester City willing to sell the Brazil international winger.

According to FootMercato, Tottenham are also interested in signing Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer transfer window.

The 18-year-old Senegal international winger has been on the books of PSG since 2018.

The teenager has won Ligue 1 and the Champions League twice each so far in his career and also played for Senegal at the ongoing 2026 World Cup.

Mbaye became the youngster ever African goalscorer at the World Cup when he found the back of the net for Senegal against France.

French news outlet FootMercato has reported that Tottenham, owned by ENIC, have been ‘very impressed by his dynamic style and wants to bring him to the Premier League’.

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Ibrahim Mbaye wants PSG exit amid Tottenham and Aston Villa interest

The French news outlet, though, has claimed that it is Aston Villa who are leading the race for Mbaye.

Villa, who won the Europa League last season under manager Unai Emery and will play in the Champions League during the 2026/27 campaign, are said to be the club ‘most receptive to Mbaye’s qualities’.

FootMercato has reported that Mbaye is ready to leave PSG this summer and find a new club.

Starring for Senegal at the 2026 World Cup has led Mbaye to believe that he is better than just a supporting cast at PSG.

The report has stated: ‘Gradually becoming aware of his new status and market value, Ibrahim Mbaye no longer intends to settle for a supporting role at club level.

‘Faced with the prospect of uncertain playing time at Paris Saint-Germain, where he finds himself blocked by a bloated squad and a new wave of expensive attacking signings, the young talent is increasingly considering making a decisive move regarding the future of his career.

‘According to our information, the winger, despite being under contract with the capital club until June 2028, is no longer hiding his desire to leave, even though his entourage is trying to dissuade him.’

Mbaye has made 42 appearances for the PSG first team so far in his career, scoring four goals and giving four assists in the process.

Djed Spence has emerged as a target for Everton and several other Premier League clubs this summer, with TEAMtalk able to confirm that Tottenham are open to selling the England international at the right price.

The full-back has impressed during England’s World Cup campaign, earning praise for his performances and putting himself firmly in the shop window ahead of the transfer window.

As Tottenham look to refresh their squad, the possibility of Spence moving on is realistic.

The North London club has already strengthened their side with the additions of left-back Andy Robertson, who joined from Liverpool, and Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth.

These deals that Spurs are serious about overhauling parts of their squad which will have implications for players like Spence.

Tottenham have also spent around £185million on the captures of Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, meaning they’ll look to sell some players to offset that.

There has been no indication from Spence himself that he wishes to leave Tottenham. However, if he learns that his role will be that of a squad player under Roberto De Zerbi, it could prompt him to reconsider his position and seek regular playing time at another club.

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Tottenham among five right-back targets for Everton

Interest in Spence extends well beyond the Premier League.

Clubs from various European leagues have also been keeping a close eye on developments sources say, with the potential for a move abroad if domestic options do not materialise.

Tottenham’s stance is not that they have put Spence up for sale, but are open to the right offers should they arrive.

They are not desperate to offload Spence but would listen to offers that represent good value for him. This approach leaves the door open for Everton and other clubs to begin talks.

TEAMtalk has consistently reported how Everton have made signing a new right-back a top priority and have multiple targets under consideration.

Strasbourg’s Guela Doue, Atalanta’s Raoul Bellanova, Arsenal’s Ben White and West Ham’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka have all been discussed by the club’s recruitment team.

Spence could be an ideal fit due to his experience and international pedigree. David Moyes’ side also like the fact Spence can be effective as a left-back – another area Everton are looking to strengthen in.

Ultimately, Spence’s future will depend on how Tottenham manage their squad and whether he can secure the minutes he desires. If the right offer arrives, Spurs will find it hard to reject. Then, it will come down to whether Spence wants the move or not.

For now, all talk of Spence’s future remains on hold while the player puts his focus on England’s upcoming World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday (10pm, BST).