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Crystal Palace will reportedly look to sign 23-year-old Romanian international Radu Dragusin from Tottenham Hotspur in the winter transfer window.

According to an update by Italian journalist Mirko Di Natale, Radu Dragusin is the subject of interest from Crystal Palace. The Eagles are eager to bolster their defensive unit by signing a centre-back in the winter transfer window. So, the 23-year-old Tottenham centre-back has emerged as a target for the South London outfit.

However, the 2024/25 FA Cup are not alone in the race to sign the Bucharest native, as AS Roma, AC Milan, Inter Milan, Napoli, and Nottingham Forest are also keen on landing him from Tottenham in the winter transfer window. Meanwhile, the Lilywhites are open to sanctioning a loan exit for Dragusin, provided it comes with a purchase option worth €30 million.

How has Radu Dragusin fared at Tottenham?

Radu Dragusin has hit a brick wall since joining Tottenham Hotspur from Genoa in a deal in €30 million worth January 2024. The young centre-back moved to the North London club rated as one of the best young prospects in Serie A. However, he has struggled to become a regular for the North London club. Additionally, a long-term knee injury kept the 23-year-old in the treatment room for most of 2025.

Dragusin has managed only 37 appearances thus far for Tottenham, amassing 2,604 minutes of game time. Meanwhile, the Romanian defender’s stock remains high, as several well-known clubs are keen on securing his services in the winter transfer window. Crystal Palace will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the coming weeks.

Move across the Premier League on the cards?

Crystal Palace’s interest in Radu Dragusin is understandable. The Eagles are scouring the market for a centre-back heading into the winter transfer window as they prepare for life after Marc Guehi. While the English international will leave after the 2025/26 season ends, Crystal Palace can do with more resources for the second half of the ongoing campaign.

Several candidates, including Youri Baas, have thus emerged on Crystal Palace’s radar, with Dragusin also a viable target. However, the 2024/25 FA Cup winners are not alone in the battle for the Tottenham defender’s signature.

Tottenham Hotspur will aim to learn Savinho’s stance over a possible move in the winter transfer window before approaching Manchester City with a bid.

According to a report by TEAMtalk, Savinho is the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur. The Lilywhites are eager to bolster their offensive unit by signing a wide attacker in the winter transfer window. So, the 21-year-old Manchester City whizkid has emerged as a target again for the North London club.

Tottenham also wanted to sign the young winger in the summer transfer window, but a deal failed to materialise. So, to cover their tracks this time, the 2024/25 UEFA Europa League winners will ascertain the player’s stance on a possible January move before approaching Manchester City with a bid.

How has Savinho fared at Manchester City?

Savinho has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Manchester City from Troyes in a deal worth €40 million in July 2024. The 21-year-old winger’s creative output was impressive in his debut season, as he scored three goals and provided 13 assists in 48 appearances last term. However, the youngster’s stock has fallen in the 2025/26 campaign.

The Brazilian winger has managed only 964 minutes of game time across 21 appearances in all competitions this term. Meanwhile, the player’s stock remains high, with Tottenham Hotspur among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the winter transfer window.

Will Tottenham return with a bid in January?

Tottenham Hotspur’s continued interest in Savinho is understandable. The Lilywhites have been combing the market for a wide attacker after parting ways with Son Heung-min in the summer transfer window. Additionally, Richarlison faces an uncertain future at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after enduring a topsy-turvy ride throughout his stint with the North London club.

Several candidates have thus emerged on Tottenham’s radar, with the North London club mulling over bids for Antoine Semenyo, Maghnes Akliouche, and Yan Diomande. However, moves for Akliouche and Diomande will not materialise in the winter transfer window, while Semenyo has picked Manchester City as his next destination.

Semenyo’s impending move has motivated Tottenham to pursue Savinho in the winter transfer window. However, the North London outfit will first ascertain the player’s stance on a possible January move before approaching Manchester City with a bid. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the 21-year-old Brazilian international.

Crystal Palace will host Tottenham Hotspur at Selhurst Park on Sunday, looking to bounce back from their disappointing run of form.

Crystal Palace are without a win in the last four matches in all competitions, and they will be desperate to get back to winning ways in the game vs Tottenham Hotspur at Selhurst Park on Sunday evening.

The hosts have a good team and a quality manager, and the home fans will demand a strong reaction from the players. It will be interesting to see if Crystal Palace can bounce back strongly and pick up all three points. On the other hand, Tottenham Hotspur are in poor form as well.

Spurs have picked up just one from their last six Premier League matches, and they have lost four times in that period. They are struggling with a lack of confidence and momentum. It remains to be seen whether they can bounce back here.

This will be a difficult outing for them away from home. The Hard Tackle takes a closer look at the encounter ahead of the latest meeting between the two sides, who will be desperate to clinch all three points.

Team News & Tactics

Crystal Palace

Cheick Doucoure and Chadi Riad have been ruled out due to their long-term knee injuries. Ismaila Sarr is at AFCON, and Daichi Kamada (hamstring) and Daniel Munoz (knee) are both out. Meanwhile, Oliver Glasner has been sweating over the fitness of Chris Richards and Eddie Nketiah, with the duo facing late fitness tests to determine their availability.

Crystal Palace will shape up in a 3-4-2-1 formation vs Tottenham Hotspur, with Dean Henderson taking his spot in goal. In the back three, Marc Guehi will start alongside Maxence Lacroix and Chris Richards.

Nathaniel Clyne and Tyrick Mitchell will feature as the wing-backs. They will look to protect the central defenders and hit the opposition on the break. As for the midfield unit, Will Hughes and Adam Wharton will add defensive cover and control in the middle of the park.

Eddie Nketiah and Yeremy Pino will start as the attacking midfielders, and they will look to create opportunities for their teammates. Finally, Jean-Philippe Mateta will lead the line for Crystal Palace vs Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.

Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Guehi, Lacroix, Richards; Clyne, Hughes, Wharton, Mitchell; Nketiah, Pino; Mateta

Tottenham Hotspur

James Maddison and Yves Bissouma are unavailable due to long-term knee injuries. Dejan Kulusevski is also sidelined with a knee problem. Dominic Solanke and Destiny Udogie are struggling with knocks. Meanwhile, Pape Matar Sarr is away at the Africa Cup of Nations. Cristian Romero and Xavi Simons are suspended after being sent off against Liverpool last weekend.

Tottenham Hotspur will shape up in a 4-2-3-1 formation vs Crystal Palace, with Guglielmo Vicario in goal. Pedro Porro and Djed Spence will start as the full-backs. They will look to help out defensively and contribute in the final third as well. Meanwhile, Kevin Danso will start alongside Micky van de Ven at the heart of the defence.

As for the midfield unit, Joao Palhinha will add defensive cover and physicality to the side alongside Rodrigo Bentancur. They will look to keep things tight in the middle of the park. Lucas Bergvall will reprise the attacking midfield role, and he will look to link the midfield with the attack.

The Swede will look to open up opportunities for his teammates and find the back of the net. Mohammed Kudus and Richarlison will add pace, flair, and unpredictability from the flanks. Finally, Randal Kolo Muani will lead the line for Tottenham vs Crystal Palace this weekend.

Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Porro, Danso, van de Ven, Spence; Palhinha, Bentancur; Kudus, Bergvall, Richarlison; Kolo Muani

Key Stats

Tottenham have conceded at least two goals in six of their last seven matches in the Premier League.

Tottenham have lost four of their last six Premier League matches.

Crystal Palace have lost three of their last six Premier League matches.

Crystal Palace did the Premier League double over Tottenham last season, as many victories as they’d managed in their previous 22 against Spurs (D3 L17). 15 goals have been scored in the last six matches between these two teams.

When facing opponents starting the day above them in the table, Tottenham have only won one of their last 19 London derbies away from home in the Premier League (D6 L12), with that lone victory coming against Brentford in February this year (2-0).

Player to Watch

Jean-Philippe Mateta

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The Crystal Palace striker is our key player to watch out for, and he could make a big difference for the home team in the final third. The Frenchman will look to find the back of the net and create opportunities for his teammates.

Tottenham have looked vulnerable at the back in recent weeks, and the French attacker could cause all sorts of problems for them. Mateta’s ability to hold up the ball and bring others into the play could add a new dimension to the Crystal Palace attack.

Meanwhile, Mateta has scored 23 goals across his last 31 Premier League starts at Selhurst Park, while he scored the game’s only goal in the corresponding fixture last season: a 1-0 win for Crystal Palace in October 2024. Tottenham will need to keep him quiet if they want to get something out of this game.

Prediction

Crystal Palace 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur

This will be a difficult game for Tottenham, and given their current form, they will need to raise their performance levels massively to get something out of this contest. Crystal Palace are struggling as well, and they will look to bounce back. This is a golden opportunity for them to set things right at home.

Tottenham are in poor form, and Crystal Palace have the quality to take advantage of their vulnerability. Both teams will be playing for a victory here, and this is likely to be a close game. However, Crystal Palace have the quality to pick up a narrow victory. The Hard Tackle predicts a 2-1 win for Oliver Glasner and his charges.

Arsenal and Tottenham are considering making offers in the region of €40 million for Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, with Inter Milan holding all the cards.

According to Inter Live, Arsenal and Tottenham are interested in signing Aleksandar Stankovic in the future, although Inter Milan hold all the cards in deciding the Serb’s future. Currently, the North London giants are ready to fork out €40 million for the Club Brugge star, but the Nerazzurri are yet to decide on the outcome.

Aleksandar Stankovic came into the spotlight recently when Arsenal took on Club Brugge, with the midfielder putting in an impressive display in the loss. The 20-year-old midfielder, the son of former Inter Milan star Dejan Stankovic, has already shown he has a big future in the game, as Inter Milan holds all the cards to his future.

Inter Milan sold him to Club Brugge in the summer for a reported €10 million fee, but hold a buy-back clause for 2026 and 2027. Next summer, the clause will be worth a reported €23 million, which will increase to €26 million in 2027, with the Nerazzurri tipped to bring him back to the club next summer.

Inter Milan manager Christian Chivu knows Aleksandar Stankovic all too well from their time together in the Inter Milan youth setup. The Serie A giants view him as a future of their midfield, but there is pressure growing from elsewhere as Arsenal and Tottenham are showing big interest.

Arsenal have been interested in Stankovic of late, as Mikel Arteta continues to look for a young midfield option to join the team. The profile of the 20-year-old midfielder fits well into what the Gunners want, although they face complications due to Inter Milan’s presence in any deal.

Arsenal, Tottenham are readying offers, but will Inter Milan sell?

Tottenham are also interested alongside their North London rivals Arsenal, with the duo now ready to launch a €40 million offer to test the waters. The sum may be seen as something that allows the Nerazzurri to make a profit should they exercise their buy-back clause on Stankovic, but they are not ready to sell.

Inter Milan will either keep Stankovic for the long-term future, or demand a significant fee that exceeds the €40 million reported in the story. Either way, the Nerazzurri are to win in the situation with the 20-year-old midfielder, as selling or keeping him will ensure there is plenty of promise for the midfielder in the future.

Tottenham Hotspur will be open to sanctioning a loan exit for 23-year-old Romanian international Radu Dragusin in the winter transfer window.

According to a report by Gazzetta dello Sport, as relayed by Sport Witness, Radu Dragusin is the subject of interest from AS Roma. The Serie A giants are eager to reinforce their defensive unit by signing a centre-back in the winter transfer window. So, the 23-year-old Tottenham centre-back has emerged as a target for Giallorossi.

The Lilywhites are open to sanctioning a loan exit for the young defender in the winter transfer window. Meanwhile, AS Roma will not be alone in the race to sign the Bucharest native, as another report by Gazzetta dello Sport has revealed that Juventus would be open to the possibility of re-signing him in the coming weeks.

How has Radu Dragusin fared at Tottenham?

Radu Dragusin has endured a frustrating spell since joining Tottenham Hotspur from Genoa in a deal in €25 million worth January 2024. The promising centre-back was among the best young prospects in Serie A when he left Genoa, but he has struggled to become a regular for the North London club. Additionally, a long-term knee injury kept the 23-year-old in the treatment room for most of 2025.

Dragusin has managed only 37 appearances thus far for Tottenham, amassing 2,604 minutes of game time. Meanwhile, the Romanian defender’s stock remains high, and a return to Serie A may be on the cards. AS Roma and Juventus are among the prospective suitors vying for the young defender’s signature heading into the winter transfer window.

Serie A return on the horizon?

AS Roma’s interest in Radu Dragusin makes sense. While Gian Piero Gasperini has several centre-backs in his squad, he wants more options for the central defensive unit to sustain the challenge of competing for the Serie A title after losing Evan Ndicka for a few weeks due to the Africa Cup of Nations. Several candidates, including Axel Disasi, have thus emerged on AS Roma’s radar, with Dragusin also a viable target.

As for Juventus, the Serie A giants are in a spot of bother over Gleison Bremer’s long-term future amid his links with several Premier League bigwigs, including Tottenham Hotspur. Even if Bremer remains at the Allianz Stadium, Luciano Spalletti wants better centre-backs in his squad. So, Dragusin is an option worth considering for Tottenham.

Apart from AS Roma and Juventus, Fiorentina may also chase Dragusin’s signature in the winter transfer window. Meanwhile, Tottenham will be open to sanctioning a loan exit for the 23-year-old Romanian international, thus boosting his suitors’ prospects.

Galatasaray will rival Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur in the race to sign 28-year-old Portuguese international Ruben Neves from Al-Hilal.

According to a report by Turkish outlet Sabah, Ruben Neves is the subject of interest from Galatasaray. Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are also keen on signing the Al-Hilal midfielder. Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League giants are demanding around €25 million to part ways with the Portuguese international in the winter transfer window.

How has Ruben Neves fared in the Saudi Pro League?

Ruben Neves has been one of the best players in the Saudi Pro League since completing a shock move to Al-Hilal from Wolverhampton Wanderers in July 2023. The 28-year-old has been exceptional for the club, winning nearly half a dozen trophies, including the Saudi Pro League.

The Portuguese international has made over 100 appearances for Al-Hilal thus far while chipping in with 14 goals and 25 assists. Meanwhile, Neves’s exploits for the Saudi Pro League club have not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs. Galatasaray, Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the winter transfer window.

A man in demand

Galatasaray will dip into the market for a midfielder next year, as Okan Buruk wants more options in the middle of the park for the second half of the 2025/26 season. Additionally, Gabriel Sara faces an uncertain future at the Turkish club amid his links with Leeds United. Neves has thus emerged as a viable target for Galatasaray.

As for Newcastle United, the Magpies will dip into the market for a midfielder next year amid uncertainties surrounding Joelinton’s long-term future. Additionally, Joe Willock is expected to leave Newcastle United in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, Manchester United’s interest in Ruben Neves makes sense. Casemiro is on the wrong side of 30, while Manuel Ugarte has failed to make their mark since joining Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain.

As for Tottenham Hotspur, Yves Bissouma has no future at the North London club, as repeated disciplinary violations have irked the club’s head coach, Thomas Frank. So, a winter departure is on the cards for the Malian international, with Neves emerging as a viable candidate to replace the former Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder.

Meanwhile, Al-Hilal will demand around €25 million to part ways with the 28-year-old Portuguese international. With Neves entering the final seven months of his contract, it will be interesting to see if Galatasaray, Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham are ready to pay €25 million to secure his services.

Inter Milan are interested in signing the Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario and defender Radu Dragusin.

Vicario has done reasonably well since joining the London club, but he has had his fair share of criticism as well. He can be quite inconsistent, and he has struggled when it comes to dealing with aerial balls. According to a report from Calciomercato, Inter Milan are prepared to provide him with an exit route.

They are looking to bring in a quality goalkeeper, and they believe that the Italian would be ideal for them. It remains to be seen whether they can agree on a deal with Tottenham. The North London club need more quality and depth in the side, and losing the Italian might not be acceptable for them right now. Despite his criticisms, he is the best goalkeeper at the club. They will need to bring in a top-class player before letting him move on.

Meanwhile, the Italian International could be attracted to the idea of returning to his homeland. Inter Milan are one of the biggest clubs in Italy, and the opportunity to join them will be exciting for the player. It remains to be seen how the situation unfolds.

Dragusin needs more game time

Meanwhile, Dragusin has struggled for regular gametime since joining Tottenham. The Romanian International has missed several months with an injury, but he has now recovered. It will be interesting to see if he can play regularly in the coming months. The defender is still only 23, and he needs to play every week to fulfil his potential. Sitting on the bench at Tottenham will not benefit him.

Currently, he is the fourth-choice central defender at the club. It would not be a surprise if he is looking to secure a move away from the London club. The move back to Italy could be ideal for him. He played his best football with Genoa in Italy, and he knows the league well. He could make an immediate impact.

Thomas Frank’s Tottenham Hotspur could hand their Brazilian forward Richarlison a surprise new deal.

According to Dean Jones via TEAMtalk, Tottenham could hand Richarlison a new deal, as they decide against letting him leave in the upcoming transfer window. Handing him an extended contract will give them time to assess his future, and also protect his value with his current contract running out in 18 months’ time.

Richarlison made a name for himself at Everton before joining the North London club in the summer of 2022. While they had massive expectations from the Brazilian international, he hasn’t really lived up to them.

While the 28-year-old has showcased his true potential at times, he hasn’t been consistent enough. As a result, his future has often been a big talking point. He has been linked with a move away from the club, amidst interest from Everton as well as Fulham.

However, it appears Spurs have decided against letting him leave mid-season, as they see no benefit in sanctioning a loan move. While they would like to cash in, the club want to recoup a significant portion of their original investment. As a result, renewing his contract could help preserve his value, with just over a year remaining on his current deal next summer.

Jones’ take on Richarlison’s future

While speaking about Richarlison’s future, Jones said: “Tottenham might double down on a stance of not letting Richarlison leave in January, by offering the forward an extended contract,”

“Spurs are expecting interest in the Brazilian striker ahead of the January transfer window, with both Everton and Fulham believed to be among clubs monitoring his situation.

“Richarlison began Saturday’s match against Liverpool on the subs bench but made a significant impact after being introduced, scoring and almost inspiring a comeback.

“The club are on the lookout for new attacking edge but have also considered blocking any departure in January for him.

“At the moment we understand they see no benefit in letting him leave on loan. And a sale would depend on the level of bidding and whether they can sufficiently upgrade him in the squad in the next month.

“If Spurs do decide to keep him on, sources suggest that Tottenham may even look to additionally lengthen his contract.

“Richarlison’s current deal runs until 2027, and any new proposal would be designed to protect his value while also giving the club additional time to assess the future.

“It comes at a time when Tottenham face a test of patience over boss Thomas Frank, but the club are trying to remain positive.”

Thomas Frank did have a bright start at Tottenham, but things haven’t been that great for him in recent months. He is under a lot of pressure and is looking at the winter window as an opportunity to reinforce his squad.

A new deal for Richarlison?

The former Brentford boss seeks more firepower in attack. While they are making plans to bolster the left flank, they have also decided to keep hold of Richarlison for now. With Dominic Solanke struggling with injuries and summer signing Randal Kolo Muani not having the desired impact, the Brazilian has been the preferred choice up top.

Liverpool have suffered a massive blow in their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur midfield sensation Lucas Bergvall.

According to a report from TEAMtalk, Tottenham have no intentions of sanctioning the departure of Lucas Bergvall amidst links with Liverpool. The North London club consider him an integral part of their long-term plans, and he is one of the last players they would look to cash in on.

Tottenham beat the likes of Barcelona back in 2024, when they struck a deal with Djurgarden to sign Bergvall for just £8.5 million. The 19-year-old midfielder has only gone from strength to strength since joining the North London club.

He has shown maturity beyond his years and has already established himself as a key figure in the team. He has been involved in 21 matches this term, racking up over 1,000 minutes already. He has started in half of their Premier League games and has featured in the starting XI in four out of their five Champions League outings.

Liverpool are keen on Bergvall

His impressive rise and consistent performances have caught the attention of Liverpool. The Merseyside club are looking at ways to reinforce their midfield and considers Bergvall an ideal fit for their project.

If reports are to be believed, they have already tabled a £52.5 million offer for the teenager, and Spurs have been considering whether to cash in on him or not.

Spurs won’t sell Bergvall anytime soon

However, the report from TEAMtalk suggests Spurs have no intentions of negotiating his departure. They consider him untouchable and claim that the Reds are preparing an offer or have already lodged one are falling on deaf ears in North London. The player is considered off limits with regard to any transfer in the near future.

Following his impressive rise, Tottenham handed him a new deal at the start of 2025. His contract now runs until 2031, which gives Spurs complete control over his future.

The North London club are quite confident that he will fulfil his potential and could end up becoming one of their mainstays. They are optimistic that he could develop into a £100 million player. While they could eventually look to cash in on him, an exit in the near future is very unlikely. As a result, Liverpool will have to look at other targets.

Tottenham Hotspur will reportedly look to sign 26-year-old Egyptian international Omar Marmoush from Manchester City in the winter transfer window.

According to a report by TEAMtalk, Omar Marmoush is the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur. The Lilywhites are eager to bolster their offensive unit by signing a versatile attacker in the winter transfer window. So, the 26-year-old Manchester City forward has emerged as a target for the North London outfit.

The 2024/25 UEFA Europa League winners have been keen on signing Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth in the winter transfer window. However, the Ghanaian international will unlikely join Tottenham in the coming weeks, as several bigger clubs are pursuing his signature.

How has Omar Marmoush fared at Manchester City?

Omar Marmoush has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Manchester City from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth £59 million in January 2025. The 26-year-old arrived at the Etihad after an exceptional spell with the Bundesliga club, and he was a rare bright spot in the second half of the 2024/25 season.

However, Marmoush has struggled this term, managing only 389 minutes of game time in 15 appearances across all competitions thus far, chipping in with only one goal and one assist. Meanwhile, the Egyptian attacker’s stock remains high, with Tottenham Hotspur among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the winter transfer window.

Move across the Premier League on the cards?

Tottenham Hotspur’s interest in Omar Marmoush makes sense. The Lilywhites are scouring the market for a versatile attacker heading into the winter transfer window, as they have yet to fill Son Heung-min’s void at the club. Additionally, Richarlison’s long-term future at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is uncertain.

Several candidates, including Antoine Semenyo, have thus emerged on Tottenham Hotspur’s radar. However, a winter move for the Bournemouth attacker is unlikely, compelling the 2024/25 UEFA Europa League winners to set their sights on Marmoush.