Sport Witness

Sebastien Kehl is open to taking up a role at Tottenham Hotspur from next season, as he weighs up his next move.

BILD report on the former Borussia Dortmund director today. The 46-year-old appears to be opening up to the idea of moving to Tottenham this summer.

Kehl in high demand

The newspaper reports that Sebastien Kehl is in ‘high demand’ after leaving Borussia Dortmund last month. In fact, he is already being eyed by Tottenham Hotspur.

Reports have made it clear that Kehl is high on the list of top candidates currently being considered by Tottenham to replace Fabio Paratici. The Italian left to join Fiorentina in January.

Kehl was, according to a report this week, weighing up his options as he considers his future. BILD say this is likely happening while he enjoys a short vacation in Scandinavia to ‘clear his head’.

But the belief is that the former Borussia Dortmund midfielder is ‘open’ to taking up a sporting director position at a ‘renowned’ club like Tottenham. He would want to do this at the start of the new season at the latest. That, at least, is positive news for Tottenham.

Dortmund severance package

The bad news is that a severance package would have to be worked out with Borussia Dortmund first.

Sebastien Kehl’s contract with them runs until 2027. That includes a transfer fee for him worth around €2.5m. So negotiations will have to be held over that.

But a quick return to work would play into Borussia’s hands, as it would help them to reduce the severance payment to their former director. In other words, they’ll be happy to talk to Tottenham and work something out.

That would suggest there’s a deal there to be done. And with Kehl seemingly opening up to the idea, now may be the time for Tottenham to make their move. Or, at least once he’s done with his trip to Scandinavia.

Departing Feyenoord director of football Dennis te Kloese has an offer from the Premier League, after turning down Tottenham Hotspur last summer.

Voetbal Primeur cover the Feyenoord director today. Te Kloese is set to leave the Dutch side at the end of the season.

Summer availability

Dennis te Kloese is leaving Feyenoord in the summer after he and the club announced he was stepping down after four and a half years.

Reports quickly emerged that he could be on his way to Mexico, to take charge of Monterrey. However, according to Voetbal International, via Voetbal Primeur, there is a chance Te Kloese will remain in Europe.

‘There is also very serious interest from the Premier League,’ the magazine reports, adding that ‘Te Kloese is open to the idea, but perhaps, as he told insiders, he will do nothing for a while’.

Voetbal Primeur does not name the interested Premier League club or clubs. But in a separate report from the website, Chris Woerts throws Tottenham into the mix.

According to him, Te Kloese rejected the offer to join Spurs last summer.

“He is highly regarded in Europe,” he said.

“He receives offers from England, Spain, and Italy. Last year he turned down Tottenham Hotspur… he will find work.”

Tottenham summer search

That information matters because reports have already established that Tottenham are searching for a new director of football.

They are looking for someone to replace Fabio Paratici, who left for Fiorentina in January. The current leading candidate is Sebastien Kehl, who is also a free agent.

But German reports say he is considering his future carefully. In particular, he’s waiting to see if Tottenham drop out of the Premier League before potentially taking charge.

The idea at Spurs, it seems, is to pair a new DoF with Johan Lange to completely rebuild the team and club from the ground up.

With Te Kloese set to be a free agent, and a target last summer, perhaps he’s now a name to be reconsidered.

Leon Goretzka will leave Bayern Munich in the summer and Tottenham Hotspur are in the chase for the midfielder.

Last month, Sport Witness looked at Arsenal’s interest in the Germany international. The Gunners were seen as a real threat to Inter Milan and AC Milan, who were struggling from a financial viewpoint.

Moreover, it appeared as if the German would prefer a move to England, with Mikel Arteta’s side described as a leading candidate.

Now, Tottenham are being pushed more strongly, but their offer may fall short.

AC Milan pushing forward

Calciomercato’s Daniele Longo reports that the Rossoneri have a significant advantage over other competitors. They have been pushing for weeks, with Max Allegri very keen on the Bayern star.

It is believed Tottenham, along with Napoli and Atletico Madrid are also interested. All of those have offered Goretzka a two-year deal, which isn’t line with the player’s demands.

Milan have spoken to the 31-year-old’s entourage many times. They have offered a three-year deal, which is more suitable to the midfielder. He would get a wage of €5m plus bonuses of €2m.

All hope might not be lost for Tottenham, though. This is mainly because Milan are struggling to pay a signing bonus of €10m.

Our take: Tottenham should look elsewhere

As of now, Spurs have too many midfielders who aren’t proficient on the ball in deeper areas. They recently signed Connor Gallagher, and he has always been better in the final third.

Goretzka himself is very similar to that, with his best always coming close to goal. He will add value in that sense but Tottenham need more midfielders who can dictate play.

Besides, the German is commanding quite a lot of money. Spurs would be better off signing a younger, more technical profile who suits Roberto De Zerbi’s system.

AIK Fotboll’s Zadok Yohanna is attracting attention from the Premier League, including Tottenham Hotspur.

The 18-year-old came up through the ranks of Nigerian side Ikon Allah FA and joined AIK Fotboll in June 2025.

His preferred position is on the right wing, but at the Swedish club, he also operates as a wing back. The Nigerian’s performances and potential have already caught Chelsea’s attention.

On April 10th, Sport Witness covered claims from Nigeria of the Blues keeping a close watch on the player. Two days later, we relayed news the Swedish club have set a €20-25m price.

AIK Fotboll recruitment chief Miikka Takkula has confirmed interest without revealing the details.

Tottenham join Chelsea in following player

Expressen in Sweden now report on Tottenham keeping a close watch on the youngster.

Broadcaster TV4 initially reported unnamed Premier League sides’ scouts were in Sweden to watch Zadok Yohann.

The outlet found out from their sources that a Spurs official was in Sweden yesterday. The scout watched Zadok Yohanna live in his side’s 2-1 loss to Degerfors IF.

He played the full 90 minutes, and after the match, the same outlet had a chat with the attacker, who was unaware the Spurs scout was in attendance.

“No, I don’t know. I didn’t know there were scouts here. I’m just focusing on my game. My focus is completely on AIK,” he said.

When asked about his future, Yohann explained: “Of course I have a dream.”

Meanwhile, the player has impressed Degerfors IF manager Henok Goitom.

“Yohanna is an exceptional player. I love watching him play. He plays like he plays on the street. We told Samba [Diatara] that he is good. And to [Elias] Barsoum that we have to play two against one there,” he added.

Our take: Spurs unlikely to spend big

If earlier claims are to be believed, the Allsvenskan side are requesting around €15-25m to sanction his sale.

Since moving to Europe, Zadok Yohanna has played 15 matches, managing four goals and three assists. He hasn’t been tested at the highest level yet.

Tottenham Hotspur’s João Palhinha future after this season remains uncertain.

He joined Spurs on loan from Bayern Munich in August 2025, a year after moving to the Bundesliga side.

The move to Tottenham saw the 30-year-old return to the English capital, where he had an impressive two-year spell at Fulham. He left Marco Silva’s side to join Bayern Munich.

Palhinha has been a regular for the north London club and maintained his place even after managerial changes.

He played 2,550 minutes from 40 matches, managing five goals and three assists for Tottenham.

His Premier League stats this season are as follows:

Appearances: 28

Total minutes: 1,831

Interceptions per game: 0.9

Tackles per game: 3.5

Balls recovered per game: 2.5

Clearances per game: 1.6

Blocked shots per game: 0.4

Duels won per game: 5.8

Last month, Sport Witness covered claims from Germany that the Portugal international is tipped to leave Tottenham after this season.

Fresh update on Tottenham future

Sky Deutschland now pick up on that and explain the midfielder’s future remains uncertain.

However, there is a ‘new development’ and that could favour João Palhinha extend his stay at Tottenham Hotspur beyond the loan spell.

As part of the temporary deal, Roberto De Zerbi’s side have a €25m purchase option but want to negotiate the price. In other words, Spurs are looking to lower the price to buy the former Sporting man in the summer.

Sky makes no mention of the fee Tottenham want to pay or if the Bundesliga winners are open to accepting their request.

For now, Bayern Munich are yet to make the final decision on the Portuguese’s future.

Our take: Premier League stay could be key

Tottenham Hotspur are now 18th in the table, trailing 17th placed West Ham United by two points.

Roberto De Zerbi has five more league matches to help Spurs avoid relegation from the Premier League.

If they were to stay in the top flight, João Palhinha’s long-term future could be at Tottenham, as long as Bayern Munich agree to lower the price.

That should be possible as he’s unlikely to be part of Vincent Kompany’s plans next season.

Spurs’ remaining fixtures are as follows:

Tottenham Hotspur were among the clubs in attendance as Sporting secured their place in the Taça de Portugal final with a 0-0 draw away at FC Porto, progressing thanks to their 1-0 win in the first leg.

Spurs have been active in Portugal in recent days, and this fixture offered a useful checkpoint across several profiles. A Bola reported their presence at the Estádio do Dragão.

Sporting did not need to chase the match. They sat deeper, protected their advantage and accepted long spells without the ball. Porto took control of territory and finished 18 times. Sporting managed just three shots.

That imbalance shaped the evaluation, especially for players dealing with pressure and defensive responsibility. And that’s where we start.

Maxi Araújo and wide reliability

Maxi Araújo is one of the more established names linked with Tottenham, and this was a performance built on discipline.

He was not eye-catching in an attacking sense, but he played his role well. Araújo helped contain Porto’s fierce attack and worked closely with his left winger. In a match where Sporting had to defend for long periods, his consistency stood out.

That kind of reliability can carry weight for Spurs, particularly if they look to add players who can adapt to different game states.

Experience and flexibility in midfield

Pablo Rosario added another layer to the scouting picture and arguably one of the more interesting ones for Tottenham.

He began the match as a defensive midfielder and later dropped into central defence after a change in the back line. Rosario remained composed under pressure, kept his passing simple and helped Porto progress play when space opened.

He also showed awareness off the ball, positioning himself well to break up transitions and support the defensive line. In a game where Porto were constantly pushing forward, his ability to balance structure and progression stood out.

At 29, he is not a long-term project. Still, for a club like Tottenham, especially in a period that could involve squad reshaping, players like Rosario can offer immediate depth and flexibility without requiring a major investment.

Right side and defensive reshaping

Young right-back Eduardo Quaresma delivered a really solid display. That is relevant considering Tottenham’s situation at that position, with uncertainty around Pedro Porro.

Quaresma handled his defensive duties with composure and showed awareness in positioning. He did not offer much going forward, but this was a match that asked more from him without the ball.

In the back line, Ousmane Diomande provided a different profile. He brought physical presence and showed confidence stepping out with the ball when possible. In a game where Sporting were often pinned back, those moments carried extra value.

With questions around the future of Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, Tottenham’s need to assess centre-back options remains clear. And Diomande would be a top notch choice.

Goalkeeper angle and long-term thinking

Diogo Costa was not heavily tested, but he showed his usual concentration late in the match. His quick reaction in stoppage time helped keep Porto alive in the tie, even if it was not enough.

For Tottenham, any long-term planning in goal may depend on the situation around Guglielmo Vicario. Costa fits the profile of a reliable and experienced option at a high level.

In the end, Tottenham watched players operate in a game where one side attacked constantly and the other defended with discipline. Araújo’s consistency, Rosario’s versatility, Quaresma’s positioning and Diomande’s presence all came in that setting.

Those details tend to matter more than the scoreline. And in this case, the match offered exactly the kind of test Spurs needed to observe.

Tottenham Hotspur’s Dejan Kulusevski hasn’t featured for the Premier League side since May 2025.

The Sweden international underwent surgery that month and has been on the sidelines since then.

Initial expectation was for the Tottenham man to regain full fitness in a few months and then before the end of last year.

However, the attacking midfielder is yet to return to the pitch and Sport Witness have given a timeline of recovery process and delay.

On October 1st, Jon Dahl Tomasson, who was then the national team manager, explained the Spurs attacker is in a “different phase of his rehabilitation.” Later that month, Sweden sacked him and appointed Graham Potter as his successor.

On November 20th, the former Chelsea boss hinted Kulusevski could return “around New Year”.

A month later, Potter said player could return for March’s international break, but the optimism disappeared in February. The coach admitted “it will be tough to come back in March.”

Sweden secured World Cup qualification in March.

At that time, the 25-year-old said he’s confident of representing his national team in the summer and this is despite undergoing another surgery recently.

Tottenham have no plans to sell

Calciomercato have a report on Dejan Kulusevski and Spurs’ plans for his future after this season.

Prior to his setback, there were rumours of the former Juventus man returning to Italy with AC Milan as his contender.

Kulusevski hasn’t played under Roberto De Zerbi yet, but the coach is keen on retaining him. The Italian manager wants him at his disposal even if the north London club drop to the Championship.

Tottenham Hotspur, for their part, aren’t planning on selling him in the summer, while the player has also ‘never expressed his desire’ to leave.

Sources close to him insists that his focus is on regaining full fitness as he’s ‘determined to return to the pitch and return to the highest level.’

However, Calciomercato do warn Spurs’ relegation from the Premier League could impact the Swede’s future.

Spurs’ remaining fixtures

Roberto De Zerbi’s side are now 18th in the table, two points behind 17th placed West Ham United.

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Tottenham Hotspur’s season has already been shaped by injuries, and now even their scouting radar seems to be catching it.

The North London club have been dealing with a relentless run of fitness issues. At one stage, they had well over ten senior players unavailable, forcing constant reshuffles and exposing a thin squad. It has been one of the defining themes of their delicate campaign.

Against that backdrop, Tottenham have also been planning their squad for next season, wether they stay up or not. As part of that, Sport Witness sources understand they are among the English clubs to have made informal checks on Corinthians attacker Kayke.

No offer has been made. There has been no formal approach. This is simply early-stage monitoring, the kind clubs carry out regularly before deciding whether to move further.

Who is this prospect?

Kayke Ferrari, 21, has only recently broken into the Corinthians side. He has benefited from Memphis Depay’s injury and has earned the trust of manager Fernando Diniz.

The forward has played 13 matches in 2026, already more than his combined appearances across the previous two seasons. He has two goals and one assist at senior level.

Kayke’s rise through the Corinthians academy did not take long to turn heads. At U17 level, he scored 13 goals in 28 matches, a return that quickly pushed him up to the U20s.

He kept that momentum going, continuing to find the net and playing his part in the club’s Brazilian youth cup triumph in 2024.

That form soon translated into first-team opportunities. His debut arrived early in the 2024 Paulista, thrown straight into a derby against São Paulo.

A direct, skilful winger, Kayke is known for his dribbling, improvisation and eye for goal – traits that have helped him stand out despite limited senior minutes so far.

Injury scare raises immediate concern

Nothing seems to be so simple for Tottenham nowadays. And even Kayke Ferrari’s situation took a worrying turn in his latest outing.

The forward went down with a knee problem and had to be substituted immediately.

The reaction from the Corinthians bench said a lot. Players were visibly concerned, some even turning their attention away from the match to follow his condition. Initial treatment involved ice on the sideline, but the pain appeared severe.

During the quick assessment, Kayke was in tears. At one point, he even gestured a twisting motion with his hand, suggesting the knee had rotated during the incident.

There is no confirmed diagnosis yet. However, there was early concern internally about a potential ACL injury. Further tests were scheduled to determine the severity.

What happens next

Tottenham’s interest remains at a very early stage, and this injury complicates things further.

Also, interest has not been limited to England. Bolavip in Brazil said clubs in Spain and Italy are also watching, although, again, nothing has progressed beyond scouting.

Still, the situation carries a slightly ironic edge. Spurs, already battling a season full of medical setbacks, had only just started looking at Kayke Ferrari – and he has now picked up a potentially serious injury himself.

For now, everything pauses. Tottenham will wait. Kayke will undergo tests.

Given how this season has gone in North London, some may joke the club cannot catch a break – even when they are only watching from a distance.

Tottenham’s Manor Solomon has witnessed ups and downs during his ongoing loan at Fiorentina. Developments are emerging and there could be good and bad news for Spurs.

Sport Witness covered the Israel international’s move to Italy. This came right after he spent the first half of the campaign on loan at Villarreal, where he played only six times in La Liga.

Things have been better at Fiorentina, where the winger has two goals in 11 league games.

He missed multiple matches due to a thigh injury and returned to action a week ago.

Despite not having started a game since being back fit, Fiorentina could be considering a permanent deal for the Tottenham player.

Lower fee sought

Gazzetta dello Sport today look at how Solomon and Leeds United loanee Jack Harrison have performed since joining La Viola. The Englishman sparkled in the absence of the 26-year-old, scoring against Lecce, assisting against Lazio and Verona.

While this can push Fiorentina into keeping him, things are different for Solomon.

Manager Paolo Vanoli likes his pace and tenacity but there are major doubts over his fitness. This has stopped him from lasting the entirety of 90 minutes even when he was fully fit.

Tottenham inserted an option to buy of €10m in the loan deal.

Fiorentina, aware of the player’s fitness troubles, see that as a big gamble. This is leading them to speak to the London club for a discount.

Our take: Tottenham should accept discount

Since joining Tottenham, Manor Solomon has never quite been seen as a player who has a big future there. The fact that Fiorentina is his third loan spell says everything about his situation.

Since Spurs roped the winger in for free, they won’t lose out on much if they do sell him.

He hasn’t been poor by any means in Florence and Tottenham should capitalise on the chance. There is every chance his injury problems can grow as time goes by, which is why Roberto De Zerbi’s side should be open to speaking to Fiorentina and executing a sale.

Tottenham Hotspur have been looking more and more towards Brazil in recent windows, and it’s not hard to see why.

It’s a market that regularly produces top talent at relatively accessible prices. On top of that, players are often open to a move to England, even if the situation isn’t perfect.

That matters right now, with Spurs still not entirely safe and at least flirting with the idea of a drop to the Championship. Even so, a move to England can still be attractive.

They’ve already been active there too. Tottenham recently worked on a deal to sign left-back Souza from Santos, which fits this wider strategy of tapping into the Brazilian market.

With that context in mind, Spurs have now taken another step.

Tottenham officials in Belo Horizonte

According to local insider outlet Central da Toca, a Tottenham scout was in the stands for Cruzeiro’s 2-0 win over Grêmio at the Mineirão last weekend. However, there’s no confirmation yet on who exactly they were watching.

Goals from Lucas Romero and Christian sealing the result after a dominant display. Both stood out on the night, but neither is believed to be among Tottenham’s main targets.

Cruzeiro have a few names catching attention, and their recent performances have only increased that.

Kaiki looks like the obvious one

Inside the Brazilian club, Kaiki is seen as the most likely to move to Europe. The 23-year-old left-back was close to joining Como last window, with a deal around €12.5m (£10.8m) on the table before Cruzeiro pulled back.

He ticks a lot of Premier League boxes. Physical, reliable, and able to get forward. Add in a recent Brazil call-up under Carlo Ancelotti, and his profile has only grown.

From a squad building point of view it could only make sense if Destiny Udogie is bound to leave Tottenham in the summer. Or even his fellow Brazilian Souza is expected to be loaned out. Still, he is a smart catch for any European side.

Kaio Jorge is the high-impact option

If the scout was looking for immediate attacking output, then Kaio Jorge would have been impossible to ignore.

The striker has started 2026 in strong form, with nine goals in 12 matches. Last year he scored 26 in 46. He looks sharp, confident, and increasingly decisive in front of goal. That alone puts him on the radar of clubs across Europe.

West Ham tried to sign him in the January window and failed. That’s because the club are reportedly not willing to entertain offers below €50m (£43.5m).

That pushes him into a very different category. For Tottenham, especially with uncertainty around their league position, that kind of investment would require serious conviction.

Others also on the radar

Another logical name is Jonathan Jesus, who sits in a slightly different bracket. He’s younger, 21, and probably less polished, but that comes with a lower entry cost.

Earlier this year, Zenit made a move in the region of €8m (£6.9m), which Cruzeiro rejected. Even so, that valuation puts him firmly in the “development signing” category.

Young wingers Keny Arroyo and Néiser Villareal also fit that description. Both are 20-year-old and are giving defenders hell.

Arroyo plays on the right. He arrived from Besiktas last summer for €8.5m (£7.3m) and is one of the first names in the team sheet since. Villareal can play on the left or up front. And before arriving at Cruzeiro, Barcelona had him on their radar following his performances for Colombia at the 2025 U20 World Cup.

The ‘experienced’ angle

There are also the more experienced profiles to be watched. Like centre-back Fabrício Bruno, who has already attracted interest from Juventus.

At 28, he doesn’t fit the same resale model as the others, but he offers something different – reliability, leadership, and immediate impact. If Spurs were thinking short-term stability, he could be part of that conversation, even if he’s not the typical target.

He recently renewed his deal until 2028. That makes him a difficult target, but his profile – technical, inventive, and able to control the final third – is exactly the kind Tottenham usually look at.

What this means for Spurs

This doesn’t feel like a one-player mission. It looks much more like Tottenham building a broader picture of the squad and identifying multiple options depending on how their summer shapes up.

Spurs are clearly building knowledge and keeping tabs on multiple players rather than rushing into a deal. But if their situation becomes clearer in the coming weeks, things could move quickly.

Either way, this is another sign that Brazil is becoming a key part of Spurs’ recruitment thinking – and Cruzeiro might just be the next place they dip into.