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Celtic have received a boost in pursuit of a Tottenham player after his option to buy at an English Championship team expired.

Alfie Devine shone on loan for Preston North End last season and it has attracted several suitors. Southampton are amongst the latest to join the line according to transfer journalist Alan Nixon after Preston failed to hit their deadline to sign Devine permanently following the conclusion of his loan.

That has opened the doors to others swooping in and Celtic are reportedly one of the teams involved. Both Preston and Southampton are also interested in Crystal Palace midfielder Justin Devenny but that would include both of them moving across funds they would send to Tottenham to sign playmaker Devine on a permanent basis.

Who wants to sign Alfie Devine from Tottenham this summer transfer window?

Nixon states via Patreon: “Southampton and Preston have joined the chase for Crystal Palace midfielder Justin Devenny. Saints are looking at Devenny as a possible arrival as Shea Charles nears a departure. Ironically Southampton are one of the clubs keen on Alfie Devine, who missed a deadline to sign for Preston after a season on loan from Spurs.

“Meanwhile Preston are checking. They will not want to plunge all of the cash allocated for Devine on Devenny but they are keen and would prefer a loan.”

Heckingbottom said of his Tottenham loanee earlier this month: “He's someone who can have big impact to a team. He gets the game, he's tactically good, he's bright. He might not talk to anyone until they talk to him about football; then he's engaged.

What level of interest do Celtic have in Alfie Devine?

“He's a football fan, he understands it... from a coach's point of view it's good. He's willing to do the work without the ball. He's learning more about himself and he's managed himself, in games, to stay integrated - it can't just be when you're on the ball. So yeah, I think he's made big improvements and I think he'll improve again.”

Transfer journalist Pete O’Rourke said this month on the Transfer Insider Podcast: "Alfie Devine is a player that Celtic have been tracking for a while. Martin O'Neill and his coaching staff have made regular scouting trips to watch Devine in action for Preston last season. He's a very good young player, he's gone back to Tottenham now and it does look like Tottenham would be open to letting him leave on a permanent basis for the right offer.

"Martin O'Neill will be hoping to get backing from the Celtic board to strengthen the squad because they've had a slow start to the market so far. If there's opportunity to sign Devine, it's something that he would hope the club would go forward with because he ticks a lot of boxes for Celtic. He's still only 21, player with huge potential for development as well. And it's an area of the team that Celtic are definitely going to have to add to in the summer."

Tottenham and Motherwell players are being eyed by Celtic this summer transfer window.

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Celtic reportedly have their eyes on two playmakers - including one at Tottenham.

Motherwell’s Elijah Just is a player boss Martin O’Neill has his eye on for that role at the Premiership champions after a breakthrough Fir Park campaign was followed up by three goals for New Zealand at this summer’s World Cup. Another is Tottenham player Alfie Devine.

He has spent the last year on loan at Preston North End who have an option to keep him at Championship level. That’s not yet gone through though and that has paved a possible path for Celtic to enter direct negotiations with Premier League side Tottenham over a fresh set of terms. Motherwell’s holding midfielder, Elliot Watt, is another liked by the Hoops.

What Tottenham player could Celtic sign this summer?

Celtic Shorts state: “Celtic are poised to ramp up their interest in Motherwell midfielder Elijah Just after the New Zealand international impressed at the World Cup. Just has been on Celtic’s radar since his first season at Fir Park, where he quickly established himself as one of the Premiership’s best attacking midfielders. Following his World Cup exploits, Celtic are now expected to step up their efforts to land the midfielder, although they face competition from clubs in Ligue 1 and the English Championship. The Scottish champions are also keeping an eye on developments surrounding Motherwell midfielder Elliot Watt.

“Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Alfie Devine continues to be monitored by Celtic as they assess midfield reinforcements. O’Neill, Mark Fotheringham and Shaun Maloney were among those in attendance earlier this year to watch Preston North End’s Championship clash with Queens Park Rangers, where Devine featured during his loan spell.

“The Championship side must trigger their purchase option before tonight’s deadline. The agreed clause is understood to be worth £4.5 million, potentially rising to £6 million through add-ons. If Preston do not complete the deal, Celtic would have to negotiate a fresh transfer fee directly with Tottenham.”

What has Elijah Just said about a transfer this summer?

Speaking of a possible move this summer, Motherwell’s Just said: “In terms of transfer in the window, I guess that’s my agent’s job. I hope he is busy at the moment. I will speak to him and in football you never know. I will just stay focused and keep trying to get better. The World Cup has given me added belief and also motivation to keep pushing.

“There was a point in my career, one or two years ago, where I wasn’t quite sure what level I was going to be. I was a little bit stuck and maybe plateaued a little bit, so now you have a little bit of a new energy and new belief. I definitely want to test myself see how far I can go. It’s something that everybody wants to do. Coming here gave me a taste of playing against top, top players. So we’ll see what happens.”

Premier League outfit still to make final call on attacker’s future after proving a revelation at Ibrox last season

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Rangers have discovered that last season’s loan starlet Mikey Moore could be primed for another temporary move away from Tottenham Hotspur - but the North London club will NOT sell their homegrown talent this summer.

Spurs maintained their status as an English Premier league club by the skin of their teeth last term after finishing one place and two points clear of the relegation zone. It promises to be a mammoth summer of change on the squad front as new boss Roberto Di Zerbi looks to fund a major rebuild.

And the likelihood of 19-year-old Moore being granted his opportunity to impress over the course of pre-season and catch the Italian’s eye remains high coming off an impressive season-long loan spell in Glasgow.

While a final decision on Moore’s future remains up in the air, new Ibrox boss Derek McInnes has been informed that the Englishman could become available for another loan transfer following his rise to prominence under departed head coach Danny Rohl.

Moore intimated towards the end of the campaign that he would be open to extending his stay at Rangers, albeit mystery surrounded his status at Tottenham while the club were under threat of relegation from the top-flight.

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However, it now appears Spurs academy graduate could head back out in search of more game time away from his boyhood team, with club insider and Sky Sports presenter Michael Bridge revealing the attacker won't be sold and insists De Zerbi should allow him another chance to continue his development in familiar surroundings.

Speaking on the Last Word On Spurs podcast, Bridge stated: “You’re not going to sell Mikey Moore. I’d like him to go back on loan.”

Moore: Decision on future ‘not in my hands’

Moore stated he loved his time at Rangers but will not be rushed into making a decision on his future. He said: “But if it is right for me to come back here next year or if it’s right for me to go somewhere else, whatever’s right for my career, that’s how it will play out.

“But honestly, we’ll have to see in the summer. I’m completely honest with everyone about the way my future is.

“I’ve enjoyed every second of my time here, but for the decision on my future, it’s not completely done. Honestly, it’s not in my hands. I’ll speak to people in the summer. For me, they’ve left me so far, but I’ll speak to people in the summer. And if it’s right for me.”

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The ex Hoops hero is clearly a player the Italian boss admires

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Former Celtic star Matt O’Riley has been the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur, as Roberto De Zerbi hopes to reunite with the Brighton midfielder.

The Seagulls are ready to ‘listen to offers’ for the 25-year old, who became a huge fan favourite during his three seasons at Celtic Park, winning six major honours. He was signed by Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler for around £30m in 2024, making him Celtic’s most expensive ever export. After two seasons at the Amex, one of which on loan at De Zerbi’s Marseille, Hurzeler is now willing to let him move on.

O’Riley returned to to the south of England from the south of France in February when his loan move was terminated - the same month De Zerbi was sacked after they were eliminated from the Champions League. Now that the Italian has returned to England with Tottenham, the Danish maestro looks to be high on his priority list for next season. European giants Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund are also reportedly interested.

Spurs ‘prepare’ to make transfer advances for ex Celtic star

According to Football Insider, Hurzeler is hoping to cash in on O’Riley. They claim: “Brighton are ready to ‘listen to offers’ for the 25-year-old (O’Riley), with sources indicating that he will not be part of Fabian Hurzeler’s plans for next term after his loan spell with Marseille.

“The South Coast outfit are looking to recoup as much of the £25million that they paid to sign him from Celtic as possible, as it has quickly become clear that there is no future for him at the Amex Stadium. Tottenham’s transfer plans are set to see them strengthen across the board this summer after another difficult campaign, and they are prepared to try to take advantage of O’Riley’s challenging situation.”

O’Riley had a disastrous start to his Brighton career when he picked a nasty ankle injury just nine minutes into his debut in an EFL Cup tie against Crawley Town. After receiving surgery, he returned to the grass three months later and showed signs of promise, finding the target for the first time against then-defending champions Manchester City. This was only one of three goals he scored for the club. He remains under contract Brighton until the summer of 2029.

Why did Brighton pay top dollar for O’Riley?

The Dane had no such issues in front of goal at Parkhead, where he was an output machine. When signed by former boss Ange Postecoglou for £1.5m from MK Dons, O’Riley was a relative unknown. After helping the club to league glory in his first season after being signed in January, the midfielder was then an integral part of the side who won the treble during the 2022/23 season.

It was however the next season when O’Riley went into overdrive, notching 18 league goals and 13 assists in 37 appearances. It was then when he was awarded his first cap for the Danish National Team and started attracting outside interest as the Hoops secure the league and cup double. After being awarded Celtic’s Player of the Year, he left for Brighton the following August.

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Celtic completed a domestic double at the weekend when they beat Dunfermline Athletic at Hampden Park to lift the Scottish Cup.

Martin O’Neill’s side were 3-1 winners on the day to add the historic trophy to the Scottish Premiership title they secured the previous weekend with a dramatic last day decider against Hearts. With their 2025/26 season officially over, the next job will be to put a permanent head coach in place at Celtic Park sooner rather than later.

Once that is sorted they can fully focus on the summer transfer window and bolstering their first team squad ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Now, an intriguing development has emerged over the future of one player who has recently been linked with a move to the Scottish champions.

EFL club face transfer deadline to complete record breaking £4.5m transfer for Celtic linked Tottenham midfielder

Celtic were linked with a move for 21-year-old Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Alfie Devine earlier this year. The England under 20 international has spent the season on loan with English Football League Championship side Preston North End.

The Lancashire outfit finished 14th out of 24 clubs in England’s second tier last season with Devine a regular in their starting line-up, making 48 appearances in all competitions and scoring eight goals. Now, the Lilywhites have the option to secure the Warrington native on a permanent deal, but there are some key caveats.

Preston reportedly agreed an option to buy in the midfielder’s loan contract from Spurs which will cost them £4.5 million. That sum is significantly higher than the £2.13 million they paid for Montenegrin winger Milutin Osmajić from Cádiz in 2023 which currently stands as their official record transfer.

Not only that, but a new report claims that their is a deadline from them to trigger that option of July 1, 2026. If they do decide to make the move permanent but can’t agree terms with the player before that date then it could open the door for other suitors to join the race for his signature.

Scouting mission by Celtic boss has transfer talk up and running again

Interim Celtic manager Martin O’Neill was in attendance at an EFL Championship clash between Preston North End and Queen’s Park Rangers last month. The match at Deepdale on April 6 ended 1-1 with former St Mirren loanee Thierry Small scoring a late own goal for the home side that ensure a share of the points.

It was reported at the time that Alfie Devine was the centre of O’Neill’s attention that afternoon amid the ongoing links to the Tottenham Hotspur loanee. However, it remains to be seen if the Hoops do follow up their apparent interest in the player this summer.

Devine has been capped by England at under 16, under 19 and under 20 level having come through the youth academies at Wigan Athletic and Liverpool before joining Spurs. He has yet to make a senior appearance for the North London side having spent his entire senior career so far on loan at clubs such as Plymouth Argyle and Port Vale plus Belgian side Westerlo before his most recent stint with Preston.

Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund are also said to join Tottenham in admiration of the former Celtic star.

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A former Celtic star could make a move to Tottenham Hotspur this summer - and any possible switches may spark a Hoops windfall.

Matt O’Riley left Celtic in a bumper deal for Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion in 2024 but has had a mixed time at the Seagulls. He has suffered injury, inconsistent selection and was loaned to Marseille, where the midfielder impressed at Ligue 1 level. It has helped spark transfer rumours and Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi, who previously managed Brighton and Marseille, is said to like the Danish international.

Spanish giants Atletico Madrid and German heavyweights Borussia Dortmund both have interest in a deal that could be worth £35m according to teamTALK, with Celtic waiting patiently in the wings, amid a windfall opportunity of 10% from whatever profit Brighton make. Should Tottenham survive Premier League relegation fears on the final day against Everton, then a move could be materialised.

Who wants to sign Matt O’Riley this summer?

It’s stated: “Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund are battling to sign Brighton midfielder Matt O’Riley, though TEAMtalk understands that Tottenham are emerging as a surprise potential destination for the midfielder, with Roberto de Zerbi a big fan. Well-placed sources have confirmed that Atletico and Dortmund are both showing what is described as ‘strong’ interest as the summer transfer window approaches.

“Brighton are understood to be open to a permanent sale this summer if the price is right, viewing it as an opportunity to recoup their investment and reshape their midfield. Sources suggest Brighton value O’Riley in the region of £35million, though any deal would activate a sell-on clause benefiting Celtic, upping the price. He also could be one to watch for Tottenham.

“De Zerbi likes O’Riley ‘a lot’, per sources, and if Spurs survive relegation, do not be surprised if they enter the race. Sources say his name has come up in recruitment meetings at Tottenham. Brighton, meanwhile, will be prepared to listen to offers but will not sanction a cut-price exit.”

Matt O’Riley on Brighton future

Speaking last month on his future at Brighton, O’Riley said: “Honestly, right now, I’m not sure. That’s the honest answer. I’ve always said this. I love being here at Brighton. I love what the club stands for, the values, all the stuff I do with the foundation. I have a lot of good relationships with everyone at the club, but, at the same time, as a player, you naturally want to play.

“We train every day to improve ourselves, of course, but you also train to make an impact for your team on a match day. We’ll see how the rest of the season pans out, and, you know, I’d like to hope I’d be involved in some of the games going to the end of the season, but regardless, end of the season, I think I’ll have a bit more clarity on kind of where I stand and how that looks going into the summer.”

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New Tottenham boss Roberti Di Zerbi will prioritise attacking reinforcements - and a Hoops star features on a shortlist of signing targets

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Celtic attacker Benjamin Nygren is reportedly on a shortlist of potential signing targets for Tottenham Hotspur this summer - providing they secure Premier League safety.

The Sweden international continues to divide opinion among the Hoops fanbase, despite scoring 21 goals and contributing a further eight assists on route to helping the reigning champions seal five-in-a-row after a dramatic final day win over title rivals Hearts at Parkhead.

It’s claimed Spurs will consider a move for the versatile 24-year-old attacker when the transfer window opens, but only if they successfully retain their English top-flight status. That looks likely after fellow strugglers West Ham suffered a 3-1 defeat to Newcastle United to leave them in the relegation zone, having played a game more.

According to well-respected Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Tottenham are unable to commit to any transfer dealings until the North London club know which division they will be playing in next season.

Speaking to Bettingsidor.se, Di Marzio said: “Benjamin Nygren could be an option for Tottenham if they stay up, but I also know Roberto De Zerbi very well and I know his focus is only on staying up in the Premier League.

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“The club is in a very special situation, because their position on the transfer market is completely frozen. They can`t move forward with any deals, even the deals with Senesi and Robertson have been blocked by the club, because the focus is on staying up.

“But after those last two matches, they will decide if they are moving forward with the deals, including the deal with Benjamin Nygren, who is on their list.”

Nygren could fit De Zerbi’s high-tempo attacking style

It’s expected that new Tottenham boss Roberti Di Zerbi will prioritise reinforcements in the forwards areas and Nygren is on his radar as a cost-effective option capable of filling multiple positions.

Signed from Danish outfit FC Nordsjaelland last summer, Nygren has developed into one of Celtic’s most influential players and will hope to make his mark on the global stage as part of Graham Potter’s Sweden squad at the World Cup.

Nygren is viewed as someone who could strengthen Tottenham’s squad and a player who could fit naturally into De Zerbi’s high-tempo attacking style of play due to his ability to operate on either wing or as a number ten.

It’s understood Celtic value Nygren at around £25m and remain in a strong position to enter negotiations due to him penning a long-term contract upon his arrival in Glasgow.

Speaking to Celtic TV after Saturday’s 3-1 victory which sealed the league title, a delighted Nygren admitted: “It’s very hard to describe. I feel like it was meant to be, you know. It’s like a movie. Down to the last minutes, everything on stage, on the last game. So I’m so happy.

“I’m so proud of everyone. We’ve kept on believing. It’s been so many games we’ve been down. We could have quit many times, but we haven’t. We’ve always stuck together as one team and kept on fighting, kept on believing, and that’s why we’re champions now.”

The Rangers star will return to his parent club in the coming weeks

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Rangers winger Mikey Moore has addressed his future as he prepares to return to parent club Tottenham Hotspur - and new Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi may have a big say on his next steps.

The 18-year old has been a standout at Ibrox this season since signing on loan in the summer and recently secured the PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year award. Rangers’ trip to Falkirk on Saturday for their season finale will now be Moore’s last in a royal blue jersey.

When Moore left north London in the summer, he’d just won the Europa League under former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou, as Spurs were looking to kick on after winning their first piece of silverware in 17 years. However, three managers later, he could be returning to a side in the EFL Championship, as Spurs sit two points above the drop zone with just two games to go.

Loanee addresses future amid Ibrox links

Danny Rohl has previously stated that ‘of course’ he’d love to sign Moore on permanent basis, however his hefty price tag will make this a tall order for the Light Blues. Speaking ahead of the Falkirk clash, Moore claims latest Spurs boss De Zerbi will have the final say on where he goes next.

He said: “For me now, it's hard because it's the same as for me last year, a new manager was in at Tottenham and I had to go back in and see what he was saying about me and then see what everyone was doing. To be honest, I think it'll be the same sort of process.

“There's a new manager at Spurs at the minute and obviously I'm a Spurs player so we'll have to see what he says about me, what he wants me to do, what the people around me want me to do. I think that's all I can say at the minute. I'm going to go back there and see what the new people say in the building and from there I'll make a decision.”

Moore reflects on Rangers highlights

The winger scored the third in Rangers’ 3-1 win at Celtic Park in January - a memory he says he’ll never forget. As he now calls time on his short spell at Ibrox, Moore claims that was his highlight. He continued: “Obviously the goal at Celtic Park was my best moment.

“That day I realised what that game meant to people and when I see obviously even after the game we pulled up at Ibrox and there was loads of fans waiting for us celebrating so that was the best moment of my Rangers career and I'll remember that goal really for the rest of my life.

“I'm going to miss the fans first of all. I think I've never felt love like I've felt here. People say stuff to me when I'm just walking about in the city and walking about where I live and it's nice to get that recognition from the people and I think no matter what happens in the summer I'm going to miss that.”

The 18-year-old winger is among a four-man shortlist for PFA Scotland’s Young Player of the Year

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Mikey Moore’s future at Rangers might be uncertain - but the on loan Tottenham Hotspur’s growing potential is undeniable as he reflects on a “special experience” at such an early stage in his career.

The 18-year-old winger has made a significant impact at Ibrox under the guidance of head coach Danny Rohl in recent months, with his performances earning plenty of acclaim from supporters after developing into a firm fan favourite.

With six goals and three assists to his name, the Englishman’s all-round game has been most impressive, offering a direct and creative attacking outlet from wide areas, as well as in the No.10 position.

“I think I've improved as the season's gone on and I've got more confident,” Moore admitted in an interview with Sky Sports after being nominated for PFA Scotland’s Young Player of the Year award. “Personally, I've started to show a bit more, and as a team, I think they've helped me, so it's been nice to play.

“Coming up here, I think it's a shock to see what it means to everyone and to see how much pressure there is playing up here. For me, it's been a special experience and I think all the players now for the last four games need to stick together and be one. Hopefully we can go and make it something that will be special to all of us.”

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Moore: Joining Rangers can make-or-break a player

After confessing his move north of the border to Glasgow has been a real eye-opener, Moore reckons it’s the type of move that could easily make-or-break a player.

“I think probably half of it is mentality,” Moore commented. “You can have all the ability in the world but if you can't deal with what comes with playing at Ibrox and playing for a club like this, then it's not for you really.

“The mentality side of it is massive and to bounce back from (the result) we've just had yesterday, we need to bounce back from that. This place is massive pressure and it's just somewhere special.”

Rangers can repair damage of Motherwell loss

Rangers suffered a potentially title-defining 3-2 home defeat against Motherwell on Sunday to leave their hopes of silverware hanging by a thread, but the club ended a disappointing day by celebrating the brighter aspects of a rollercoaster season by staging their annual Player of the Year ceremony, where Moore was one of the award winners.

Asked if he views Sunday’s setback as a fatal blow or something that can be repaired, the Londoner admitted: “You've seen how many twists and turns there's been already, there's still room for more. For us, we're just focused on ourselves and trying to win our next four games and put ourselves in the best possible position we can be in.

“I think as every single one of us, me and all the boys, we need to really make the most of that opportunity (against Hearts). It's now, it's do or die for all of us. We need to really stick together and put on a performance, not only for ourselves but for the fans and for the club. For everyone involved, it could really be special.”

Moore has been nominated for the Young Player of the Year award alongside Barney Stewart from Falkirk, Arbroath’s Findlay Marshall, who is on loan from Aberdeen, and Dundee’s Luke Graham.

The former Tottenham manager has extensive Premier League experience and is now linked with Celtic.

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Celtic have been linked with a bold move for a former Tottenham manager - but Birmingham City have a route into the race.

Gaffers like Ferencvaros leader Robbie Keane and Motherwell’s Jens Berthel Askou have been linked to the upcoming Parkhead vacancy. Current boss Martin O’Neill has the Hoops in a Scottish Cup final and Premiership title race but will not take post in the long-term, resulting in a frenzy of speculation, with Thomas Frank now linked.

His stellar job in establishing Brentford as a Premier League club earned him a shot at Tottenham last summer but he was sacked earlier this term amid a disastrous season unfolding at Spurs. He will have options this summer, including Celtic, according to FootballFanCast. Birmingham City though are another believed to be on the case, if they decide to sack former Hoops coach Chris Davies as their gaffer, after an underwhelming return to the Championship this term.

Who could become the next Celtic manager?

Reporting on the ex-Tottenham boss being a Parkhead option states: “Celtic are still undecided on their next permanent manager despite strong links to Motherwell boss Jens Berthel Askou, and are now considering a fellow Dane in the shape of former Tottenham boss Thomas Frank, Football FanCast sources understand.

“He was spotted in London for Brentford's Premier League match against Fulham on Saturday. The Hoops would need to secure European football to tempt Frank north of the border however, with a number of English top flight sides expected to be on the hunt for a new manager this summer.”

That came amid reporting on Frank’s possible role in the Birmingham City shake-up. It’s claimed in Football League World: “Birmingham City could well elect change in the dugout upon the conclusion of the current Championship campaign, with Chris Davies' future in charge having long been the subject of intense speculation.

Could Birmingham City make a managerial change this summer?

“As we edge ever closer to the commencement of the off-season, Football League World can now exclusively reveal a hugely-ambitious leading contender to succeed Davies if Birmingham decide to relieve the head coach of his duties in the coming weeks.

“Football League World has learned that Birmingham could look to make yet another statement of intent as Knighthead weigh up potential candidates in the event of sacking Davies, which is a decision that still appears to hang very much in the balance. If Blues do part ways with the 41-year-old, though, FLW can exclusively disclose that they will set their sights upon a shock swoop for Thomas Frank as he searches for a return to management after departing Tottenham Hotspur in February.

“Sources have revealed to FLW that Birmingham are considering the possibility of lining up a move for Frank, and it's one which would undoubtedly make waves across the Championship and beyond while strengthening Blues' promotion ambitions ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. He was, after all, one of the most highly-rated head coaches in the Premier League less than twelve months prior, and while FLW understands Birmingham's intentions to line up a bold move, there is no current indication of how the former Brentford boss feels about it at the time of writing.”

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