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According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank has ‘said yes’ to a move for Raheem Sterling, who could join Spurs for two reasons.

So far this window, Spurs have made two signings as they have landed Conor Gallagher and Souza.

The north London outfit have been in the market for further additions, though they appear likely to miss out on Andy Robertson and Jean-Philippe Mateta.

It has emerged that Robertson is likely to remain at Liverpool until the summer, while Nottingham Forest appear to be leading the race to land Mateta for around £40m.

Despite this, Spurs could still make another signing or two in this window and their priority seems to be on strengthening their attack.

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Sterling is among their options as he has become a free agent after being let go by London rivals Chelsea.

The England international desperately needs a fresh start after struggling at Arsenal and Chelsea in recent years, with Sky Sports reporter Kaveh Solhekol claiming ‘seven Champions League clubs’ are in the running to sign him on afree transfer.

“Raheem Sterling’s representatives are in talks today with seven Champions League level clubs who want to sign him. Sterling is fit and keen to start playing again at the highest possible level as soon as possible. All he is lacking is match fitness,” Solhekol said on Sky Sports.

He added: “Although his loan spell at Arsenal was disappointing, there is a feeling that the terms of the loan agreement made it difficult for him to have an impact at the club.

“He feels all that is behind him now and he wants a fresh start at a new club.”

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Now, a report from journalist Fraser Fletcher for our pals at TEAMtalk claims Spurs are ‘serious’ about the ‘shock’ signing of Sterling because Frank has ‘said yes’ to the transfer and they feel he could be a useful addition until the summer at least.

The report claims: ‘Sources indicate that Tottenham view the experienced winger as a potential short-term reinforcement for their limited attacking options.

‘Insiders have noted that an approach from north London “should not be totally ruled out,” particularly given Spurs’ need for wide-area experience. Sources also state that Thomas Frank is open to bringing Sterling in.’

Earlier this week, former Spurs midfielder Jamie O’Hara explained why he thinks Frank’s side should sign Sterling.

“I would have him at Tottenham,” O’Hara said.

“I would absolutely take Sterling at Tottenham. I think he’s a good player. He’s better than what we’ve got.”

However, journalist Alasdair Gold has claimed that Spurs are ‘not expected’ to make a move for Sterling.

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank is doing everything to block two January exits despite uncertainty around his job, according to reports.

Spurs have been in good form in the Champions League with three wins in their last three matches, including a 2-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday, to secure their qualification for the last 16.

However, it has not been the same story in the Premier League with two wins in their last 14 matches in the league and Frank’s side find themselves 14th in the table.

Tottenham have already signed Conor Gallager from Atletico Madrid and Souza from Brazilian side Santos this winter and there could be more signings on their way.

Frank is also looking to keep together his squad over the January transfer window and Italian publication Tuttosport has claimed that the Tottenham boss has ‘barricaded himself’ in order to block Randal Kolo Muani and Mathys Tel’s exit from Spurs.

Kolo Muani, who has been linked with a move to Italian giants Juvenuts, scored as Tottenham beat Frankfurt on Wednesday and Frank ‘doesn’t want to touch any wires in the department’.

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It is understood that ‘diplomacy will be needed’ from Juventus – who are apparently meeting Tottenham today – to secure a deal with Tuttosport claiming the only possibility is a ‘a dry loan’ with a €5m fee.

Former Tottenham striker Robbie Keane, who is managing Hungarian side Ferencvaros, is currently one of the bookmakers’ favourite to land the Spurs job if Frank gets sacked.

Responding to the speculation, Keane said: “I think it’s impossible to not be aware of anything these days, to be honest with you, especially, when you have two kids who are Tottenham fans.

“Thomas Frank is a very, very good manager. He just started there. As I said, lot of stuff gets written, even when I was a player, going somewhere, going different places.

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“But I’ll be honest with you, it goes over my head. I concentrate on what I’m doing. I think it’s nice that your name is there. Who puts it there? I have no clue, but it shows you that I’m doing okay to be even put there. I’m obviously aware of it, but I am happy here.”

When asked if Tottenham still means a lot to him, Keane added: “Absolutely, you can’t be at a club that long if it doesn’t.

“That’s natural. It’s a fantastic club. Unbelievable training and the stadium is amazing, of course…and really good players.

“Yes, they’ve got a lot of injuries, but it’s certainly a place that always look out for, as I said, my two boys, they’re Tottenham fans and are always watching and, of course, like me, I watch every game regardless of it being Tottenham or anyone.

“So it’s a wonderful football club. And I’m sure there’s no doubt that they’ll get back to where they belong.”

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly ‘opened talks’ to sign Jean-Philippe Mateta, while they face competition from Atletico Madrid for another signing.

Spurs are enduring another shambolic season as they languish deep in the bottom half of the Premier League table, while they have exited the FA Cup and Carabao Cup.

The north London outfit have fared better in the Champions League as they finished fourth in the group phase to qualify for the round of 16, but it still comes as no surprise that they have been active in the transfer market this month.

Thomas Frank‘s side have already signed Conor Gallagher and Souza in this window, but they remain in the market for further additions.

Spurs have been loosely linked with Mateta in recent weeks and they now appear to be stepping up their interest in the Crystal Palace forward.

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Mateta has entered the final 18 months of his contract at Crystal Palace and it’s become apparent that he is looking to follow Marc Guehi in leaving.

Aston Villa and Juventus were initially leading the race to land Mateta, though their interest appears to have decreased in recent days.

Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, have reportedly made a £35m move for Mateta, who is valued by Palace at £40m.

However, journalist Nicolo Schira claims Spurs have now ‘opened talks’ with Palace over Mateta, with it noted that this deal could lead to Randal Kolo Muani’s exit.

Schira said on X: ‘#Tottenham have opened talks with #CrystalPalace for Jean-Philippe #Mateta.

‘If #Spurs sign him, #THFC will give the green light for Randal #KoloMuani’s departure.’

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Spurs are also linked with a move for Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka, whose contract is due to expire at the end of this season.

A report from Spanish outlet Fichajes claims Bayern Munich have ‘opened the door’ for Goretzka to leave this month and Spurs are ‘in the running’, though they face competition from La Liga giants Atletico Madrid.

Diego Simeone’s side are said to be ‘trying to finalise’ a deal for Goretzka with an ‘offer now’.

The report explains: ‘Leon Goretzka’s situation at Bayern Munich is clear. The player will not renew his contract, and the German club assumes his departure is inevitable, either now or in the summer. Given this scenario, Bayern Munich prefers to receive a small transfer fee in January rather than lose him for free in a few months.

‘It’s widely believed in Germany that the midfielder will not wear the Bayern Munich jersey again at the Allianz Arena. The only question is his destination, with Atlético Madrid and Tottenham the two leading candidates to secure his services.’

Real Madrid have made a huge offer for Tottenham centre-back Cristiano Romero as they look to fix their defence as soon as possible, according to reports.

Los Blancos are currently trailing Barcelona by a point in La Liga after sacking Xabi Alonso earlier this month with Alvaro Arbeloa seen as a temporary solution until the end of the season.

An incredible 4-2 defeat to Benfica on Wednesday night saw Real Madrid drop out of the qualification places in the Champions League with Arbeloa’s side having to settle for a place in the play-offs.

And, after seeing his side conceded four against the Portuguese side, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has decided to take action by making a bid for a centre-back.

Spanish website Fichajes has revealed that their ‘latest sporting failures’ have seen Real Madrid ‘seek immediate solutions’ to improving their defence.

Real Madrid were also recently knocked out of the Copa Del Rey by Segunda Division side Albacete and that result ‘has left deep wounds in the club’s structure and in the confidence of the board’.

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And president Perez ‘has decided to intervene directly by offering a staggering sum of €100m (£87m) to Tottenham‘ for Argentina centre-back Romero.

Real Madrid ‘understands that the season hangs by a thread due to a defensive fragility that has become unsustainable this winter’ with Eder Militao suffering a long-term injury.

The addition of Romero is seen by Perez as a ‘vital necessity to inject aggression and character’ into their back four and ‘the €100m offered is intended to overcome any resistance from the English club’.

The La Liga giants are ‘confident that the player’s desire to move to the Santiago Bernabéu will facilitate a record-breaking winter transfer deal’.

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Romero received praise from former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock on Wednesday after the Argentinian grabbed an assist for Randal Kolo Muani’s opening goal in their 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League.

Warnock said on Match of the Day: “They were clinical, and that was the most important thing when you’re looking to score goals away from home. Kolo Muani does extremely well because what you need is your striker in the middle of the penalty area to get you goals.

“Credit to Romero, he is a threat from set pieces, and that back-post header is such a sensible, smart header. He’s put it into an area and hopes that’s where his striker is. It’s a scruffy finish, but it doesn’t matter.”

Tottenham will complete the signing of Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson before the January transfer window shuts if the Reds are able to line up a suitable replacement, according to Keith Wyness.

Robertson has been heavily linked with a move away from Anfield in recent weeks, with Spurs’ interest growing as Thomas Frank looks to add experience in defence.

Former Everton and Aston Villa chief executive Wyness believes the deal is likely to go through, suggesting Liverpool’s reluctance to sell is based on leaving themselves short at left-back.

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Liverpool’s Robertson stance hinges on replacement

Robertson is keen to be a regular starter ahead of Scotland’s World Cup campaign, and the 31-year-old is not guaranteed playing time at Liverpool as Arne Slot prefers summer signing Milos Kerkez.

Wyness told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “I know it’s been up and down in terms of the reports coming out so far, but I do think it’s one that will get done.

“I think Robertson wants to play regularly as well with the Scottish World Cup year, so I think it would suit him to be at Spurs.

“It’s exactly what Thomas Frank needs in the dressing room, is the experience and the knowledge of Andy Robertson and his personality and character.

“I think the whole point is for Liverpool not wanting to let him go is because they haven’t got the replacement ready yet, but I think there are rumours of things happening there, so I think it could be that he’ll be let go. If Robertson wants to do it, I think that’s going to be a key factor.

“So depending on getting that replacement, then I think it could happen.

“But we saw the whole Marc Guehi disaster with Liverpool before, this could be a similar thing, but I think Robertson wants to do it and I think it would be good for him and for Scotland to get it done and great for Thomas Frank.

“That’s exactly the sort of thing that I think will calm heads at Spurs, as I said. So I’m hoping it gets done and I think it will do.”

Why Spurs want Robertson

Robertson is an ideal short-term solution for Tottenham and adds much-needed experience, quality, and a winning mentality.

Simply put, the Scotland captain would be an upgrade on Spurs’ current options, offering plenty defensively and going forward.

Natural right-back Djed Spence has spent most of this season playing left-back as Destiny Udogie battles injuries. Following an injury to first-choice right-back Pedro Porro, we could see a deal for Robertson accelerate.

Liverpool are in control of the situation, but Robertson’s desire to play regularly may prove decisive. If he pushes to leave and the Reds identify a replacement, a move to Spurs should materialise.

Tottenham are looking to destroy Real Madrid’s plan to sign Osasuna’s Victor Munoz by triggering the winger’s release clause, according to reports.

The north London club are having a difficult time in the Premier League this season with Thomas Frank’s side currently 14th in the table.

Tottenham have only won seven of their 23 Premier League matches this season with just two wins in their last ten matches in all competitions under Frank.

The Spurs boss is coming under increasing pressure to get it right on the pitch and he will be hoping Tottenham can do some January business to help him out.

There have been rumours that Spurs are ready to add another midfielder to their squad, despite already bringing in Conor Gallagher, while wingers and strikers have also been linked.

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta has been one option discussed and now Spanish website Fichajes insists that Tottenham want to ‘ruin Real Madrid’s plan by stealing a signing that is causing a sensation in La Liga.’

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Munoz was signed by Spanish side Osasuna for €5m in the summer transfer window from Real Madrid with the Barcelona-born star impressing in his first six months at the La Liga minnows.

The 22-year-old has played all over the frontline for Osasuna, scoring three goals and providing one assist in 21 matches and now ‘several teams are closely monitoring his progress’.

Premier League outfit Tottenham ‘appear to be the frontrunners in the race to sign’ Munoz and Spurs are ‘prepared to pay’ his €40m (£35m) release clause ‘to secure his signing as soon as possible, thus avoiding a bidding war that could inflate the young striker’s price.’

It is ‘a move that could disrupt Real Madrid’s plans’ with Los Blancos hoping to trigger their €8m buy-back clause and then sell to the highest bidder.

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But ‘Tottenham’s interest and their willingness to pay the release clause directly could jeopardise this plan’ and Real Madrid could have to settle for a percentage of the sale instead.

Ultimately, it ‘will depend on their decision to exercise it quickly’ in order to stop Tottenham and other clubs getting ahead of Real Madrid’s plans.

The report adds: ‘With the €40 million release clause in mind, Víctor Muñoz’s future seems to hinge on his own performance and the decisions of interested clubs. Tottenham, having shown early interest and a willingness to pay the clause, could move ahead of the other contenders, leaving Real Madrid with a difficult decision to make.’

Tottenham have made approaches for Man Utd forward Joshua Zirkzee and Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka, according to reports.

The north London club are having a difficult time in the Premier League this season with Thomas Frank’s side currently 14th in the table.

Tottenham have only won seven of their 23 Premier League matches this season with just two wins in their last ten matches in all competitions under Frank.

The Spurs boss is coming under increasing pressure to get it right on the pitch and he will be hoping Tottenham can do some January business to help him out.

There have been rumours that Spurs are ready to add another midfielder to their squad after they already moved to bring in Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid earlier this month.

And now Calciomercato journalist Daniele Longo has revealed that Tottenham have been the ‘first’ side to move for Bayern Munich midfielder Goretzka.

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A move seems more likely at the end of the season, when the Germany international is out of contract, and ‘the real threat lies with Spanish clubs: Barcelona and Atlético Madrid have inquired with the agents of the midfielder’.

Tottenham are also looking to further improve their attack if they can in January and our friends at TEAMtalk are reporting that Spurs have made an enquiry for Man Utd forward Zirkzee, who is looking for more game time ahead of the World Cup in the summer.

Tottenham and Crystal Palace have ‘asked about Zirkzee’s availability should United decide to open the door to a late move’ with the Red Devils currently not allowing him out.

Omar Marmoush also looks set to stay at Man City in January despite rumours of interest from Tottenham with Football Insider claiming the Citizens have ‘made a final decision that they will not sanction an exit’.

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Former Tottenham striker Mido has claimed that he told Daniel Levy that he should sign Egypt international Marmoush before he moved to Manchester.

Mido told OnTime Sports: “I sent a text message via phone to Daniel Levy, the chairman of Tottenham, with whom I have a good relationship, to sign Mohamed Salah while he was playing in Basel.

“And I told him that it was necessary to sign Salah because he will be one of the best players in the world. The Tottenham chairman replied that he would follow up on the player, and I think he now regrets not signing him.

“A year and a half ago, I sent the same message to Daniel Levy, and told him to follow Omar Marmoush, and that he will be one of the best players in the world, but I do not think the club moved to include him.”

According to reports, a deal for Liverpool star Andy Robertson to join Tottenham Hotspur is “not off” as this deal could be ‘triggered’ by a ‘domino’.

Robertson’s proposed move to Spurs is one of this transfer window’s more surprising deals as he nears the end of his current Liverpool contract.

The Scotland international was always likely to leave Liverpool at some point in 2026 as Arne Slot’s side have signed Milos Kerkez to be his long-term replacement.

But it became clear last week that his exit could be brought forward due to interest from Spurs, who reportedly had a deal ‘agreed’ before talks broke down over the weekend.

This is said to be due to Liverpool needing Kostas Tsimikas to return from his loan at Roma to fill the void left by Robertson, though Fabrizio Romano has explained that a deal for the Spurs target is “still on standby”.

“At the moment, the deal is still on standby. There are no agreements for the domino of left-backs. Let’s clarify. Roma want to sign a new left-back. [David] Moller Wolfe could be a possibility,” Romano said on his YouTube channel.

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“Then Roma would allow [Kostas] Tsimikas to go to Liverpool. And then Liverpool would allow Andy Robertson to go to Tottenham. This could be the domino.

“At the moment, there are still not all the agreements done. At the moment, it’s on standby. But the deal is still not considered completely off.

“We have to see what’s going to happen there with this domino. Robertson was open to moving to Tottenham.

“I think Robertson is still going to be a story in 2026. We will see if something happens in the final days of this window or eventually in the summer transfer window when he’s still expected to leave Liverpool and try a new chapter.”

Respected journalist David Ornstein has backed this report for The Athletic, claiming a deal could be rekindled if Roma ‘can find a deal they deem satisfactory’ to replace Tsimikas, with it noted that they ‘would like an emerging talent’ and ‘not a panic buy’.

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Now, a report from journalist Graeme Bailey for our pals at TEAMtalk claims Robertson to Spurs is ‘still alive’ as a ‘domino effect is ready to be triggered’.

Liverpool are said to have ‘informed Robertson that a move to Tottenham remains an option for the final week of the window’, while Wolves defender David Moller Wolfe is a potential replacement for Tsimikas.

The report explains: ‘Roma have been working intensely to secure a new left‑back and have already seen one attempt knocked back. Their opening bid of £7million for Wolves defender David Möller Wolfe — who only arrived from AZ Alkmaar in the summer — has been rejected.

‘Wolves are prepared to sanction his departure, but only if they can recoup the £10million they invested in the Norwegian. The Serie A side are weighing up whether to return with an improved offer, though they are also assessing alternative targets as they push to resolve the situation quickly.’

According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur have decided on a ‘clear boundary’ that would ‘force’ them to part ways with under-fire head coach Thomas Frank.

Frank was appointed to replace former Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou, with the ex-Brentford manager chosen to steady the ship following his predecessor’s chaotic reign.

Postecoglou had some supporters as his football was entertaining and he helped Spurs to win the Europa League last season, but their shambolic performances in the Premier League made his position untenable as they finished 16th last term.

Under Frank, Spurs enjoyed a decent start to this campaign as they sat near the top of the Premier League, but they have reverted to type in recent months and have fallen to 14th in the table.

The north London side have also exited the FA Cup and Carabao Cup, with Frank fortunate to still be in a job.

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Frank remains one of the favourites to be the next Premier League manager sacked, and there were suggestions that he could be let go following recent poor results against West Ham and Burnley, but he remains in charge and will lead Spurs for their final Champions League group match against Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday night.

The experienced head coach has not clicked with supporters over his dull tactics, and Spurs are now looking over their shoulders as they are only eight points clear of the relegation zone.

Now, a report from Football Insider claims Spurs have ‘drawn a clear boundary’ regarding Frank’s future, with it noted that they ‘will be forced into action if they are dragged further into the relegation battle’.

The report adds: ‘The Lilywhites are now just eight points clear of West Ham in the final relegation place, and if that gap is cut further in the coming weeks, then a concrete decision will be made regarding Frank’s future.

‘Football Insider revealed on Saturday that Tottenham are prepared to give Frank more time to turn the team’s fortunes around, but sources now say that they are aware that a line must be drawn at some stage.’

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Were Spurs to dismiss Frank, they would likely bring in an interim replacement before targeting a long-term solution in the summer.

Club legend Robbie Keane, who is gaining admirers for his work at Ferencvaros, has been mooted as a possible option, but another report from Football Insider claims he is ‘unlikely’ to be chosen due to his lack of experience.

The report explains: ‘The 45-year-old’s work with Ferencvaros is attracting attention within the football world, but it’s understood that the Tottenham job would come too early for him at this stage of his managerial career.’

According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur have a ‘preferred option’ regarding a replacement for head coach Thomas Frank, though there are two ‘concerns’.

Frank is fortunate to still be in a job as Spurs are in the relegation zone in our calendar year table.

The former Brentford boss was brought in as a steady and dependable fix after Ange Postecoglou’s chaotic reign, but he has proven to be a wrong fit for Tottenham.

The head coach has clashed with supporters over his negative style of play, while Spurs have been toothless in attack and poor defensively too often this season.

At the weekend, Spurs narrowly avoided defeat against Burnley to remain 14th in the Premier League table.

After the game, Fabrizio Romano admitted Frank’s siutation is “complicated”.

“For sure it’s a complicated situation for Thomas Frank after the win against Borussia Dortmund to soften the pressure during the week, he’s now back at risk, so let’s see what’s going to happen for the future of Thomas Frank,” Romano said.

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“Of course it’s going to be a busy, busy week – the last week of the transfer window and Tottenham to decide on their manager and many things to assess.”

Now, Football Insider claims Spurs are ‘waiting to sack’ Frank as they ‘fear that they won’t be able to land a top target to replace him’.

The report claims: ‘Tottenham could appoint an interim manager until the end of the season if the Dane is given the boot, and that remains the preferred option if they are ultimately forced into sacking him.’

The same outlet claims ‘another concern’ for Spurs is the cost of sacking Frank, with financial football expert Dr Dan Plumley claiming that it could set them back around £8m.

“You’ve seen figures reported that his salary is around £8million a year, something like that,” Plumley told Football Insider.

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“There are a couple of years on it left to run. Also what you don’t often see is that the manager would get paid off the full amount of that contract.

“There’s likely a clause in the contract that says it can terminate at any point in time depending on performance, and that’ll be a set fee that they’ll agree on.

“Now, again, with a little bit of professional judgment, you know, that might be something at around a year’s salary or something like that, but it’ll already be agreed.

“So, you know, if those figures are reported that he is on around £8m, and we have to take that with a pinch of salt, then you might suggest that, you know, a sacking would cost in the region of £8m, something like that.

“I think he’s obviously still under pressure. Of course, they had a good result in the Champions League in midweek. But, yeah, I think it’s not often that you would get paid the full length of the contract.

“There’s going to be some predetermined deals in there, and that’s standard for a lot of these contracts nowadays.”